At Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, an advanced Radiology and diagnostic imaging services NABL & NABH-accredited diagnostic centre, get your CT Brain & Neck Angiography done. The contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) scan can be used to give the doctor more information about the blood vessels in the neck and brain area to assess whether there are narrowed vessels, blocked blood vessels, aneurysms, dissections, and other problems of the blood vessels that affect blood supply to the brain.

About CT Brain & Neck Angiography

CT Brain & Neck Angiography is a comprehensive vascular imaging examination that involves assessment of the susceptibility of the arteries in the brain and those providing the blood supply via the neck. In conjunction with the intravenous contrast, the other blood vessels will be seen on the CT scan, as well as the cerebral arteries and the carotid and vertebral arteries. The examination may be suggested by a doctor if there is a possibility that someone had a stroke as a result of blood vessels becoming blocked, problems with the carotid arteries, a blood vessel aneurysm, a wound to blood vessels, or some other cause of decreased blood flow to the brain. It can also supply valuable anatomical information in selection and treatment planning for select vascular procedures.

What is CT Brain & Neck Angiography?

The angiography, or imaging procedure, is used to view the blood vessels. For CT Brain & Neck Angiography, an iodine-based contrast agent is introduced via a vein, and the CT images are obtained with the proper timing to help identify the arteries in the brain and neck. Assessment of the neck arteries (carotid and vertebral) and the intracranial vessels is part of the exam. This helps the radiologist see how the blood vessels narrow, how they get blocked, and whether there is an outpouching or dissection of the blood vessels anywhere along the way.

Common Reasons for CT Brain & Neck Angiography

• Evaluation for stroke: Assesses for blocked or narrowed arteries which could be related to an acute stroke.
• Transient ischaemic attack: May help to guide investigations for possible vascular causes of transient neurological symptoms.
• Diagnose if there is an abnormal increase in the size of the arteries in the brain (possible brain aneurysm).
• Carotid artery stenosis: Evaluates narrowing of the arteries that run to the brain.
• Vessels of the vertebra defect: Tests for narrowing, blockage, or destruction of blood vessels in the area of the vertebra.
• Arrhythmia detection: May be employed to gauge whether or not there was an arrhythmia of the heart.
• Sudden and severe headache: May be suggested by a doctor if they believe that the headache is caused by some type of blood vessel disease or an aneurysm.
• Suspected vascular malformation: Supports in assessing the suspected abnormality in the structure of cerebral blood vessels.
• Head/neck trauma: May be advised in the case of suspected artery injury.
• Pre-procedural assessment: Provides vascular information before specific surgery or endovascular procedures.
• Reassessment of known vascular disease: Can be used to review some of the arterial abnormalities or selected aneurysms clinically, if warranted.

Conditions Evaluated

Cerebral Arterial Blockage

CT Brain & Neck Angiography may be able to identify blood vessel blockages that supply blood to the brain. This information could be important if evaluating the stroke to determine if it has become acute and for defining further management.

Cerebral Aneurysms

During the examination, problems with the blood vessels that make up the wall of the heart (aneurysm) can be detected. It gives details, such as its size and form, to help determine its location in order to plan treatment by specialists.

Carotid Artery Stenosis

Granted, the scan evaluates the constriction of the neck's carotid arteries. It is useful to illustrate the location and severity of stenosis, which may affect cerebral blood flow.

Vertebral Artery Abnormalities

Vertebral artery blood vessels: Assist in supplying nourishment to the brain. However, CT angiography can assist in determining specific abnormalities, such as narrowing, blockage, and dissection.

Arterial Dissection

When the layers of an artery wall are torn or made to open up, it is called a dissection. When clinically suspected, CT angiography may be useful in detecting this disease and to evaluate the involved vessel.

Intracranial Vascular Malformations

The test may help identify some abnormalities of the blood vessels in the brain or their structure. In some cases, another type of imaging may be necessary to definitely describe that issue relating to vascular problems.

Vascular Causes of Subarachnoid Haemorrhage

CT angiography may be helpful if there is bleeding around the brain to see if there is some other blood vessel involved in the bleed, or if the aneurysm is present. However, based on the patient's clinical case, the image technique to be used will depend.

Traumatic Vascular Injury

When a serious head or neck injury has occurred, CT Brain & Neck Angiography may be helpful to evaluate if the neck and/or brain arteries are injured.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is a NABL & NABH certified diagnostic centre with advanced equipment for Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Pathology in a single center. We utilize modern diagnostic technology, proper protocols for scanning, knowledgeable specialists and care focused on the patient to support our imaging service. To have diagnostic images of excellent quality and to report these images reliably to help inform a clinical decision.

Book Your CT Brain & Neck Angiography

Call Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy for more details of the appointment dates and availability of CT Brain & Neck Angiography. Bring any medication history, imaging results, and/or prescription. Inquire with the centre about any known reactions to contrast agents, kidney disease, thyroid disease, or other medical history before the examination.