How are aneurysms treated using Interventional Neuroradiology?
Brain aneurysms are treated using Endovascular Coiling or Flow Diverter Stents:
Coiling – Small platinum coils are placed inside the aneurysm to prevent rupture.
Flow Diverters – A stent is placed to redirect blood flow away from the aneurysm, promoting healing.
How is a stroke treated using Interventional Neuroradiology?
For acute ischemic stroke, doctors use Mechanical Thrombectomy, a procedure where a tiny catheter is guided to the blocked artery in the brain to remove the clot using a Stent Retriever or the PENUMBRA aspiration system. This helps restore blood flow and prevents permanent brain damage.
What are the benefits of Interventional Neuroradiology compared to open surgery?
INR procedures are minimally invasive, meaning:
Smaller incisions and reduced blood loss
Shorter hospital stays and quicker recovery
Lower risk of infections and complications
Highly precise treatments with real-time imaging guidance
What conditions are treated with Interventional Neuroradiology?
The INR team treats a wide range of neurovascular and spinal conditions, including:
Stroke (Ischemic & Hemorrhagic)
Brain & Spinal Aneurysms
Arteriovenous Malformations (AVM) & Arteriovenous Fistulas (AVF)
Carotid-Cavernous Fistulas (CCF)
Intracranial & Extracranial Stenosis (Narrowing of blood vessels in the brain & neck)
Venous Sinus Thrombosis & Pseudo-Tumor Cerebri
Spinal Vascular Malformations & Tarlov Cysts
Tumors of the Brain, Head, Neck, and Spine
What is Interventional Neuroradiology?
Interventional Neuroradiology (INR) is a subspecialty of radiology that uses minimally invasive, image-guided procedures to diagnose and treat diseases of the brain, head, neck, spine, and spinal cord. These procedures involve the use of catheters, stents, and embolic agents to treat conditions like strokes, aneurysms, vascular malformations, and spinal disorders.
Can a baby have long-term complications after neonatal resuscitation?
Some babies may have breathing difficulties, developmental delays, or neurological concerns, but early interventions improve outcomes.
How soon should a new born be transported after resuscitation?
As soon as the baby is stabilized, usually within the first few hours after birth.
Is transportation safe for critically ill new borns?
Yes, with specialized neonatal transport teams using temperature-controlled incubators, ventilators, and continuous monitoring.
Who performs neonatal resuscitation?
Neonatologists, pediatricians, NICU nurses, and trained resuscitation teams.
What is the survival rate for new borns needing resuscitation?
With timely intervention, survival rates are high, though outcomes depend on the underlying condition.
