Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 9, 2026

Comprehensive Endovascular and Open Surgical Management of Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformations
14:58

Comprehensive Endovascular and Open Surgical Management of Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformations

Published on: October 20, 2017

Extracranial vertebral artery intervention

Debabrata Mukherjee1, Guillermo Pineda

  • 1University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40536-0200, USA. Mukherjee@uky.edu

Journal of Interventional Cardiology
|November 29, 2007
PubMed

Insights

Atherosclerosis commonly causes vertebral artery stenosis. This article focuses on the interventional management of proximal extracranial vertebral artery disease, a significant cause of vertebral artery ischemia.

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Neurology
  • Interventional Cardiology

Background:

  • Atherosclerosis is the leading cause of vertebral artery stenosis.
  • Stenosis commonly affects the origin and proximal segments of both extracranial and intracranial vertebral arteries.
  • Extracranial vertebral artery (ECVA) disease was historically considered less severe than intracranial disease.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the interventional management strategies for proximal extracranial vertebral artery (ECVA) disease.
  • To highlight the significance of proximal ECVA disease as a cause of vertebral artery ischemia.

Main Methods:

  • Review of interventional management techniques for proximal ECVA disease.
  • Focus on patient populations experiencing vertebral artery ischemia due to ECVA disease.

Main Results:

  • Significant occlusive disease of the proximal vertebral artery is a primary cause of vertebral artery ischemia in many patients.
  • Interventional management is a key approach for addressing proximal ECVA disease.

Conclusions:

  • Proximal extracranial vertebral artery disease requires focused interventional management.
  • Understanding the impact of ECVA disease is crucial for managing vertebral artery ischemia.

More Related Videos

An In Vivo Assessment of Blood-Brain Barrier Disruption in a Rat Model of Ischemic Stroke12:19

An In Vivo Assessment of Blood-Brain Barrier Disruption in a Rat Model of Ischemic Stroke

Published on: March 11, 2018

Minimally Invasive Thumb-sized Pterional Craniotomy for Surgical Clip Ligation of Unruptured Anterior Circulation Aneurysms11:58

Minimally Invasive Thumb-sized Pterional Craniotomy for Surgical Clip Ligation of Unruptured Anterior Circulation Aneurysms

Published on: August 11, 2015

Related Concept Videos

The Arch of Aorta01:10

The Arch of Aorta

The coronary arteries, originating from the ascending aorta, bifurcate from two sinuses located within the ascending aorta. Positioned just above the aortic semilunar valve, these sinuses house essential aortic baroreceptors and chemoreceptors, crucial for maintaining cardiac function. The left coronary artery and the right coronary artery branch off from the left posterior and anterior aortic sinuses, respectively.
Encircling the heart, the coronary arteries form a ring-like structure before...
Arteries of the Head and Neck01:26

Arteries of the Head and Neck

The human body's intricate network of arteries ensures that every organ system receives the necessary oxygen and nutrients for optimal function. The arterial network in the head and neck region is particularly complex, providing vital blood flow to the brain, eyes, and other critical structures. Prominent arteries in this region include the internal carotid arteries and the vertebral arteries.
The internal carotid arteries supply blood to the anterior portion of the cerebrum. They enter the...
Venous Thrombosis III: Interprofessional Care01:29

Venous Thrombosis III: Interprofessional Care

Venous thrombosis requires effective prevention and treatment strategies to improve patient outcomes and reduce potential complications.Prevention StrategiesHealthcare providers must prioritize preventing venous thromboembolism (VTE) for all adult patients upon admission. Interventions depend on bleeding and thrombosis risk, medical history, current medications, diagnoses, planned procedures, and patient preferences. Patients on bed rest should change positions every two hours and, if not...
Veins of Head and Neck01:19

Veins of Head and Neck

The blood drainage from the head and neck is primarily managed by three pairs of veins: the external jugular, internal jugular, and vertebral veins. The external jugular veins drain superficial scalp and face structures, passing over the sternocleidomastoid muscles to empty into the subclavian veins.
On the other hand, the vertebral veins, unlike their arterial counterparts, are not primarily responsible for brain drainage. Instead, they drain the cervical vertebrae, spinal cord, and some small...