Neurointerventions
Neurointerventions, or interventional neuroradiology, is a medical specialty that uses image-guided, catheter-based techniques to diagnose and treat disorders of the brain, spine, and the vessels of the head and neck. The emphasis is on minimally invasive approaches as alternatives to open surgery.
Common procedures include diagnostic cerebral angiography and various therapeutic endovascular treatments. Therapeutic options for intracranial aneurysms
Imaging plays a central role, with digital subtraction angiography, magnetic resonance angiography, and computed tomography angiography
Training and professional practice vary by country, but the field generally requires advanced fellowship training in
Access to neurointerventions depends on resources and expertise, and ongoing research seeks to expand indications, refine