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Pathogenesis of extracranial cerebrovascular disease
1Baystate Medical Center, and Neurosurgical and Neurological Group, Inc., Springfield, Massachusetts, USA.
Neurosurgery Clinics of North America
|March 25, 2000
Insights
Diseases affecting the extracranial vasculature, such as atherosclerosis and dissection, are common. This review discusses the pathogenesis of these vascular conditions.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Medicine
- Neurology
- Pathology
Background:
- The extracranial vasculature supplies blood to the head and neck.
- This vascular network is susceptible to diverse pathologies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the pathogenesis of diseases affecting the extracranial vasculature.
- To consolidate current understanding of these conditions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing research.
- Synthesis of information on disease mechanisms.
Main Results:
- Extracranial vascular diseases encompass atherosclerosis, dissection, inflammation, and compression.
- Pathogenesis involves complex biological and mechanical processes.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the pathogenesis of extracranial vascular diseases is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
- Further research is needed to elucidate specific disease mechanisms.
Abstract:
The extracranial vasculature is subject to a vast array of disease processes including atherosclerosis, dissection, inflammation, and mechanical compression. Our current understanding of the pathogenesis of these diseases is discussed.