What is Cerebral Venous Thrombosis
Cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) is a rare but serious condition characterized by the formation of blood clots within the cerebral venous sinuses. Dr. Santosh B. Patil offers advanced interventions, including in situ thrombolysis and thrombectomy, to effectively manage CVT and prevent complications.
SYMPTOMS
Symptoms of Cerebral Venous Thrombosis
Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis symptoms depend on how bad the clot is and its location. Symptoms include:
- Headache that keeps getting worse (most common symptom).
- Seizures
- Altered mental status and/or new neurologic deficits in the case of a large brain bleed.
Minimally invasive approach minimizes the risk of complications associated with traditional surgical techniques, offering patients a safer and more effective treatment option.
Intravenous Thrombolysis
Dr. Santosh Patil utilizes in Intravenous thrombolysis, a minimally invasive procedure, to dissolve blood clots within the cerebral venous sinuses. Thrombolytic agents are directly infused into the thrombus via catheterization, promoting clot dissolution and restoration of venous blood flow.
Thrombectomy
In cases where in situ thrombolysis alone may be insufficient, Dr. Patil may perform thrombectomy procedures to physically remove the clot from the cerebral venous sinuses. Using specialized devices, such as aspiration catheters or stent retrievers, Dr. Patil achieves prompt recanalization of the occluded sinuses, mitigating the risk of cerebral edema, hemorrhage, and neurological sequelae.
Venous Sinus Stenting for Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) is a condition characterized by elevated intracranial pressure without an identifiable cause. Dr. Patil offers venous sinus stenting as a therapeutic option for patients with IIH who are refractory to medical management.
Endovascular Coiling
Endovascular coiling allows for precise occlusion of the fistulous connection while preserving normal arterial and venous anatomy. This minimally invasive approach minimizes the risk of complications associated with traditional surgical techniques, offering patients a safer and more effective treatment option for CCF.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) is a rare but serious condition characterized by the formation of blood clots within the cerebral venous sinuses, leading to impaired blood drainage from the brain.