Interventional neuroimaging

Neurol Clin. 2009 Feb;27(1):109-37, viii. doi: 10.1016/j.ncl.2008.09.002.

Abstract

Interventional neuroimaging procedures are becoming more effective and safer. This article discusses the therapeutic benefits of endovascular procedures for commonly encountered clinical situations in cerebrovascular disease and brain tumors and then briefly discusses the advances in interventional neuroimaging modalities. Each topic is subdivided into prevalence/natural course, techniques/interventions, summary of clinical trials, and current guidelines/recommendations from professional organizations, whenever applicable.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Brain Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders / diagnosis*
  • Diagnostic Imaging / methods*
  • Humans
  • Radiography, Interventional / methods