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What is Brain Angiography

Angiography is a non-invasive diagnostic procedure to produce an X-Ray picture of the blood vessels. It is very true Narrow/ Abnormal/ Blocked/ Damaged blood vessels can lead to various types of brain-related problems. Doctors perform angiography detects the exact root cause of problems in blood vessels and the extent of damage to the blood vessel segments.

Brain/Head Angiography

Brain Angiography is known as Cerebral angiography and intra-arterial digital subtraction angiography. It is a very common and minimally invasive diagnostic procedure that uses X-Ray and iodine-containing contrast material (a special dye) to produce a cerebral angiogram. It helps the doctor in finding out the blockage/damage/abnormalities in blood vessels that can lead to problems like stroke or bleeding in the brain.

The procedure of Head Angiography

Radiologists along with a team of specialists perform the procedure of head angiography and use a catheter, X-Ray, and Special Dye. In the procedure, Catheter is used to combine the diagnosis and treatment process in a single step. Radiologists insert a catheter into an artery in the arm/leg and navigate to the area where the examination is taking place. Contrast material (Special Dye) and X-ray help to create a clear picture of blood vessels to make it easy for the doctor to identify the blood flow and the blockage/damage/Abnormalities in the blood vessels.

Common Uses of procedure of Brain Angiography

Experts do not recommend head Angiography/Cerebral Angiography for everyone with arterial blockage problems. But the doctors usually recommend if they require more information to plan the more appropriate treatment for disorders. As it gives a clear image of the problem and conditions that involve the blood vessels of the brain and neck. Cerebral Angiography/ Brain Angiography is helpful in the diagnosis of the given below conditions.

  1. Aneurysm
  2. Arteriosclerosis
  3. Inflammation of the blood vessels
  4. Brain Tumors
  5. Blood Clots
  6. Artery Lining’s Tears and many more

Apart from these conditions, experts use brain angiography to figure out the root cause of certain symptoms like:

  • Stroke
  • Severe Headache
  • Memory Loss
  • Dizziness
  • Double/ Blurred Vision
  • Slurred Speech
  • Balance/Coordination Problems etc.

Benefits of Brain Angiography

  1. It is a Minimal Invasive Procedure
  2. It produces a very clear, accurate, and detailed image of blood vessels in the brain and may eliminate the chance of surgery.
  3. It helps the doctor in planning for accurate treatment and making modifications in the treatment if required
  4. It helps in evaluating arteries of the head and neck before surgery
  5. Angiography may help to eliminate the need for surgery
  6. It helps in preparation for medical treatments like surgical removal of tumors and many more.

Words from Experts

Diagnosis and testing of the Brain can be no doubt emotional as well as a little bit scary. But if we know the various aspects and procedures of brain angiography like how it is helpful in relieving some anxiety. Be assured that Brain Angiography scans are very safe and the benefits of getting the test outweigh the potential. For concerns regarding brain angiography and the cost of brain angiography in Delhi, feel free to contact us.

Dr. Ravin Sharma

Radiologist at Ganesh Diagnostic

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