Treatment of Vasospasm
Vasospasm is a serious narrowing of brain arteries that can occur after subarachnoid hemorrhage, usually due to a ruptured brain aneurysm. It may reduce blood flow to the brain and increase the risk of stroke.
Symptoms / Warning Signs
Reduced alertness
New weakness or numbness
Speech difficulty
Confusion or drowsiness
Worsening neurological condition
Diagnosis
Patients are closely monitored in the Neuro-ICU using:
Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound
CT Angiography / CT Perfusion
MRI / MR Angiography
Diagnostic cerebral angiography
Treatment
Treatment may include:
Blood pressure and fluid optimization
Medicines to improve blood vessel relaxation
Intra-arterial Nimodipine through catheter-based therapy
Balloon angioplasty for larger narrowed arteries
Repeat treatment if vasospasm returns
Early treatment helps prevent stroke and brain damage.
Treatment
Treatment may include:
Blood pressure and fluid optimization
Medicines to improve blood vessel relaxation
Intra-arterial Nimodipine through catheter-based therapy
Balloon angioplasty for larger narrowed arteries
Repeat treatment if vasospasm returns
Early treatment helps prevent stroke and brain damage.
FAQs
Yes, severe vasospasm can reduce brain blood flow and cause stroke.
It commonly occurs after subarachnoid hemorrhage.
Yes, many cases are treated with minimally invasive catheter-based therapy.