What is neurointervention?
Neurointervention involves using small catheters guided by medical imaging to reach blood vessels, usually through an artery in the wrist or groin. It may allow treatment without an open cranial operation in appropriate cases.
The choice between endovascular treatment, open surgery, medical therapy or observation depends on the diagnosis and anatomy.
Conditions and procedures
Treatments may include brain aneurysm coiling, flow diversion, embolization of arteriovenous malformations and dural arteriovenous fistulas, mechanical thrombectomy for selected acute ischemic strokes, carotid or intracranial stenting, and cerebral diagnostic angiography.
Choosing a treatment
A detailed review of symptoms, examination, CT/MRI findings and vascular imaging is essential. Your clinical team discusses expected benefits, procedural risks, alternatives and follow-up needs.