Interventional Neuroradiology

Interventional neuroradiology offers minimally invasive therapies for diseases of the brain and spine.

Interventional neuroradiological treatments of vascular conditions are accomplished with microcatheters (tiny plastic tubes) that are usually inserted through small incisions in the patient’s groin area and threaded through the blood vessels to reach the brain. In this way, an interventional neuroradiologist can provide a variety of treatments such as: Placing metallic coils in brain aneurysms to prevent them from rupturing Delivering clot-busting medication to open up arteries or veins of stroke victims Stopping the blood supply to a brain tumor prior to surgery Opening up arteries of the brain with a stent (a small tube) Treating compression fractures of the spine by injecting cement into fractured vertebrae

The interventional neuroradiology program at Loyola University Health System is integrated with other programs, and there are close collaborations with neurosurgeons, neurologists, otolaryngologists (physicians trained in the treatment of ear, nose and throat disorders), and other specialists to treat a wide range of diseases and design the best treatment approach for each patient.

Although neurointerventional procedures sometimes are offered in preparation for surgery or radiation, or in combination with surgery and other treatments, interventional neuroradiologists increasingly provide curative procedures that are effective alternatives to traditional, open surgery.

Locations

• Loyola Outpatient Center
• Loyola Oakbrook Terrace Medical Center

Contact Us

For an appointment or for more information about Interventional Neuroradiology
, call (888) LUHS-888.