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Neurovascular emergencies in the elderly.

John B Weigele¹, Robert W Hurst

¹Department of Radiology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 2 Dulles-Room 219, 3400 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA. john.weigele@uphs.upenn.edu

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Summary

Neurovascular diseases in the elderly are critical emergencies. Advances in neuroimaging and interventional neuroradiology offer effective treatments for these aging-related cerebrovascular conditions.

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Intra-Arterial Delivery of Neural Stem Cells to the Rat and Mouse Brain: Application to Cerebral Ischemia

Intra-Arterial Delivery of Neural Stem Cells to the Rat and Mouse Brain: Application to Cerebral Ischemia

Published on: June 26, 2020

Area of Science:

Geriatric Medicine
Neurology
Vascular Medicine

Background:

Neurovascular diseases are a leading cause of death and disability in the elderly.
The aging population is increasing, highlighting the impact of aging on the cerebrovascular system.
Neurovascular emergencies in older adults are often treatable with modern medical advances.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide an overview of common neurovascular disorders in the elderly requiring urgent care.
To emphasize the growing importance of interventional neuroradiology in managing these conditions.

Main Methods:

Review of current clinical neurosciences literature.
Focus on diagnostic roles of neuroimaging.
Emphasis on therapeutic applications of neurointerventional techniques.

Main Results:

Neurovascular emergencies in the elderly are increasingly manageable.
Neuroimaging is crucial for diagnosis.
Interventional neuroradiology is a vital therapeutic option.

Conclusions:

Urgent evaluation and treatment are essential for neurovascular disorders in the elderly.
Interventional neuroradiology plays a significant and expanding role in the management of these conditions.