Ct angiogram of the brain
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A diagnosis really can not be made unless certain angiographic findings are demonstrated
It has been proposed that BACNS represents a form of reversible vasoconstriction or spasm (spasm of the muscles in the blood vessels of the brain, leading to their narrowing) rather than true arteritis (inflammation of the artery). On angiogram, the blood vessels are seen to be narrowed and in spasm.
I also have Abnormal Dilatation of the left middle cerebral artery region. The called the aneurysm a Bulbous expansion of the trifurcation on the left middle cerebral artery. I also had some Sino-Inflammatory or Sino-Polyposis changes. Other than that they didn't find anything wrong. I was wondering what treatment they will do for my aneurysm if any at all. My family doctor told me to continue with normal acitvities and exercise. He was not to concerned about it bursting.
A specialist injects dye into the arteries, which creates a map of your arteries and the aneurysm on xrays. CT can reveal blood flow in your brain and show aneurysm location. Sometimes a dye may be injected into a vein to highlight blood flow in your arteries and veins, CT angiogram and provide additional detail regarding appearance of brain aneurysm. MRI can create detailed images of your brain and show aneurysm’s location. Hope this helps. Take care.
he said I was comparing 2 different testing methods and that another regular angiogram ( and not the CT Slice Angiogram ) may show its only 55-60 and not 70. I dunno , those CT scans are supposed to be pretty accurate. He said I was comparing apples to oranges. I could really use some advice if possible from some of you who are in somewhat of the same boat as me.
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Non-intervention angiogram CT scan 64/128/256 slice is almost as good and maybe better than the intervention of a cath angiogram. For a successful CT test the heartrate should be below 60 beats and the patient should be able to hold there breath for 20 seconds or so...also an obese patient is not a very good candidate for obvious reasons. More inclusive than a cath as it includes the anatomy of the vessels, respiratory system, the aorta (ascending, arch, and descending.
I know the heart Dr immediately put me on the Coumadin (before all the testing) because of the reading from the Holter monitor and the possibility of blood clots. Same reason for the beta blocker. It is the stronger medication to stabilize my heart rate to a degree that the blood clots are no longer a threat and I can get off both the beta blocker and coumadin that the CT angiogram is for. I'm not sure I'm being clear.
Correlates to the amount of plaque deposit in the arteries....get more information from your doctor on what it means for you!
Except for a minor pricking from the injection of painkiller at the top of the leg I felt nothing whatever, watched the arteries moving on the screen and talked to the doctor while he was maneuvring around them.. As it happened, a stent was put in but again, I felt nothing. I was in truth a bit uncomfortable afterwards when the anesthetic (which is only given to avoid discomfort at the entry point) wore off but I asked for a painkiller and calmed down. Go ahead. Have no fear.
The CT scan indicates there is substanital soft plaque buildup within the linings of the vessels. A couple of years ago, my total CT score was/is over 1000 and that is supposed to indicate a high probability for a heart event within a year....waiting for the other shoe to drop!...no problems, feel fine.
Your nearly passing out may indeed be a TIA or a Transient Ischemic Attack. This can be evaluated further by angiogram of the blood vessels supplying the brain, to see which vessel/s are constricted.
It is also important to correct any underlying disorders such high cholesterol, diabetes or hypertension to lessen the possibility of more vessels being affected
Regards.
I would love to have some input on just how much I need to worry and how much I should push my dad to have the angiogram. He had the CT because he was getting short of breath with activity. He also has had some trouble with his arms going numb when he raises them for long periods of time. Can anyone help me understand this a little more please? Thank you!
There must have been some kind of vessel weakness/damage for it to bleed.
Perhaps your best plan would be to keep your blood pressure in the normal range, or better still, low normal. Any other vessels heading for the same problem would have a much greater chance to recover. Maybe a reason they didn't intervene is that the bleed was too too deep in the brain and the artery was too small for stenting etc ?
If this can happen without a posture change, and if you have other sensations such as dizziness, weakness or disorientation during these brief spells, then possibly there is some interruption of the blood flow to the entire back of the brain. This would need to be assessed with an MRA or a CT angiogram.
The CT scan 64 slice is not the state-of-art for CAD detection. The CT scan 256 slice 3D images is very good as the images provide a view as if actually seeing the source. The 3D CCG differs from CT as it measures blood velocity to determine fault that may or may not be due to blockage but another cause. A cath angiogram has the advantage if there is blockage, the blockage can be stented at the time, and it is not painful at all!.
Can you have a CT done every month? Of course not. A CT--even with the very slight risk of cancer--is safer than an angiogram. Angiograms are very safe, but not without risk.
The CT is noninvasive, and it would give you either information that you are developing heart disease, or it would give you piece of mind that you are not. Either answer would be useful to you.
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