神经血管内外科项目

的 UCSF 神经血管内外科项目 specializes in using minimally invasive methods to diagnose and treat all types of cerebrovascular disorders (those involving blood vessels of the brain, head, 颈部或脊柱). 的se conditions range from birthmarks created by abnormal blood vessels to life-threatening blockages and aneurysms. 对于这些高级程序, 导管(细的), flexible tube) is navigated through the blood vessels under X-ray guidance and used to bring miniature surgical tools to the site of the problem. Working through a very small incision, the doctor threads the catheter through arteries and veins to the area of concern and can then view and repair the problem.

Working from within the blood vessels is typically easier on patients than traditional surgery. 的y recover more quickly, spend less time in the hospital and have lower risks of complications.

Our program brings together a variety of specialists, 包括神经外科十大赌博平台排行榜, neurointerventional放射科十大赌博平台排行榜, vascular neurologists and specialized nurse practitioners. 作为一个协作团队工作, we provide the full spectrum of diagnostic services and treatments for both adults and children. Our surgeons are experienced in cutting-edge techniques, 比如机器人辅助手术, and our radiologists use state-of-the-art imaging to evaluate and treat cerebrovascular conditions. For patients with around-the-clock needs, we provide highly specialized treatment at the UCSF 神经加护病房, 位于我们的帕纳萨斯校区.

我们的十大赌博平台排行榜做的手术不止一个,000 neuroendovascular procedures a year, making us one of the most experienced programs of this kind in the country. As a result of the high level of care we provide, UCSF has been certified as a comprehensive stroke center by the Joint Commission. 事实上, our outcomes for stroke patients consistently exceed national comprehensive stroke center guidelines.

We have also been designated a center of excellence for cerebral cavernous malformation care by the Angioma Alliance and a center of excellence for hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) care by Cure HHT. 的 doctors in our program also provide care for patients at the UCSF Birthmarks and Vascular Anomalies Center 和 脉动性耳鸣诊所.

Our program is also committed to research focused on developing new methods of diagnosing and treating disorders involving the blood vessels of the brain, head, 颈部和脊柱.