Vascular neurology

Vascular neurology is a medical subspecialty that focuses on the treatment of diseases affecting the blood vessels in the brain, spine, and extremities. This type of neurology specializes in evaluating and treating conditions of the vascular system that are often caused by hypertension, stroke, or arteriosclerosis. Vascular neurologists are trained to diagnose and treat these conditions, which can range from simple to complex. The vascular system, including its vessels and cells, supports the brain and other structures in the body. When these vessels become damaged, blocked, or injured, it can lead to diseases of the brain or spinal cord such as stroke, cerebrovascular disease, and aneurysm. Vascular neurologists are trained to evaluate and diagnose these diseases and the accompanying symptoms that can affect the patient’s ability to function properly. Vascular neurologists use a variety of tests, both imaging and non-imaging, to evaluate and diagnose their patients. These tests include CT, MRI and angiography. In addition, they may also use non-invasive techniques such as ultrasound or an angiogram of the brain and its vessels. Depending on the outcome of the tests, treatment may include medications, such as anticoagulants or antihypertensives, as well as physical and occupational therapy. In some cases, surgery is also required to repair or bypass an incompletely blocked artery that could be causing a stroke or another vascular neurology problem. In sensitive matters such as these, the clinical decision-making of trained neurologists is critical for positive outcomes. Vascular neurologists play a critical role in diagnosing and treating patients who have experienced a stroke, other forms of cerebrovascular disease, or issues caused by the vascular system. Their treatment plan is individualized based on the condition of the patient and the underlying cause of the vascular neurology issue.