What is a cerebral angiogram procedure?

A diagnostic cerebral angiogram is a medical procedure that helps specialized. doctors examine the blood vessels in the head and neck, including the brain. These doctors are able to examine blood vessels. using high-tech imaging equipment to take x-ray pictures.

How long does it take to recover from a cerebral angiogram?

Without complications, recovery from a cerebral angiogram takes about a week. On the day you return home, you can resume your normal diet and start taking your usual medications as prescribed unless your cerebral doctor recommends otherwise.

What is a 4 vessel cerebral angiogram?

An angiogram of the head (cerebral angiogram) can be used to look at the veins or the four arteries (four-vessel study) carrying blood to the brain. During an angiogram, a thin, soft tube called a catheter is placed into a blood vessel in the groin or arm. The catheter is guided to the head and neck area.

Why would you need a cerebral angiogram?

A brain angiogram (cerebral angiogram) is a test (also called a procedure) that looks for problems with blood vessels and blow flow in the brain. These problems may include a bulge in a blood vessel (aneurysm), a narrowing or blockage of a blood vessel, or bleeding in the brain.

Why would someone need a cerebral angiogram?

A cerebral angiogram may be performed: to evaluate arteries of the head and neck before surgery. to provide additional information on abnormalities seen on MRI or CT of the head, such as the blood supply to a tumor. to prepare for other medical treatment, such as in the surgical removal of a tumor.

Is a brain angiogram considered surgery?

The angiogram is a minimally invasive procedure. A catheter (long, thin, flexible plastic tube) is placed into your leg and is guided through the blood vessels of the body to reach the neck and head. An x-ray dye is injected to highlight the vessels simultaneously when films are taken from several angles.

What happens after a brain angiogram?

You may resume your normal diet immediately after the exam. You will be able to resume all other normal activities eight to 12 hours after the exam. You should report to your physician immediately if you experience any of the following after your procedure: weakness or numbness in the muscles of your face, arms or legs.