Definition: An intracranial stent is a small mesh tube placed inside narrowed or blocked arteries within the brain to restore adequate blood flow and reduce the risk of recurrent stroke.
Procedure Steps:
• – Diagnostic angiography to identify intracranial artery stenosis.
• – Catheter insertion via femoral or radial artery.
• – Balloon angioplasty to dilate the narrowed artery.
• – Placement of a self-expanding or balloon-mounted stent in the affected area.
• – Administration of antiplatelet medications to prevent clot formation.
• – Postoperative monitoring for neurological complications.
Purpose / Benefits:
• – To improve cerebral perfusion and reduce the risk of ischemic stroke.
• – To provide a minimally invasive alternative to open brain surgery in selected patients.
