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Our experts treat stroke, aneurysms and other neurovascular conditions to protect your brain health and improve outcomes.
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When a neurovascular condition threatens your brain health, you deserve a team with the experience to guide your care. At the USC Neurovascular Center, our specialists treat stroke, brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), moyamoya disease and other complex disorders. We use advanced therapies to restore blood flow, protect brain function and help you achieve the best possible outcome.
Our multidisciplinary team includes vascular neurologists, cerebrovascular surgeons, interventional neurologists, neurocritical care physicians, rehabilitation specialists and other experts. Instead of working separately, we collaborate to review your condition from every angle. You’ll have a clear understanding of your diagnosis, treatment options and what to expect before making any decisions about your care.
Innovation is part of everything we do. As part of Keck Medicine of USC, our physicians lead research that continues to improve the diagnosis and treatment of neurovascular disease. Through clinical trials, eligible patients may have access to new therapies before they’re widely available. You can feel confident with a team that’s helping shape the future of neurovascular care.
These advanced tests help us diagnose neurovascular conditions, understand how blood flows through your brain and create your personalized treatment plan.
MRI uses magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. MRA focuses specifically on your blood vessels, helping us identify aneurysms, narrowed arteries and other neurovascular conditions without surgery.
CT scans use X-rays to create detailed images of your brain, while CTA uses contrast dye to produce detailed images of your blood vessels. These tests allow us to quickly diagnose stroke, bleeding, aneurysms and other vascular conditions.
Perfusion imaging measures how well blood is reaching different areas of your brain. It helps our specialists know which areas of the brain may be damaged and which areas we can still save after a stroke.
Often considered the gold standard for evaluating blood vessels in the brain, this minimally invasive procedure uses a small catheter and contrast dye to create highly detailed images. It helps us diagnose aneurysms, blockages and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs).
Unlike a traditional MRI, this specialized scan looks at the walls of your blood vessels rather than just blood flow. We use it to identify inflammation and narrowing of the arteries.
This painless ultrasound uses sound waves to evaluate blood flow through the carotid arteries in your neck. It helps identify narrowing or blockages that may increase your risk of stroke.
This noninvasive ultrasound monitors blood flow through the arteries inside your brain. We use it to detect narrowed blood vessels and assess your risk for stroke.
Our specialists use advanced diagnostic technology, including artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted image analysis, to better understand your condition. By reviewing your results together, we can make a more accurate diagnosis and recommend the best possible treatment.
Referral requirements vary depending on your insurance. Many patients can schedule a neurovascular consultation directly. Referrals may come from a primary care provider, neurologist, neurosurgeon or another specialist.
Your first visit includes a thorough review of your medical history, symptoms, medications and any previous imaging or medical records. If we need more information, our specialists may recommend advanced imaging to confirm a diagnosis.
After your evaluation, providers from multiple specialties review your case together. We discuss your diagnosis, explain treatment options and answer questions so you can make informed decisions about your care.
Your care continues after treatment with ongoing follow-up visits to monitor your progress and reduce your risk of future complications. When appropriate, we’ll coordinate rehabilitation as you regain function and return to everyday life.
It takes comprehensive care to treat conditions affecting the blood vessels of the brain and central nervous system. That’s why we have a wide range of experts on our team, including:
Symptoms may include:
Some brain aneurysms and AVMs don’t cause symptoms. We may only discover them during imaging or after bleeding occurs.
Call 911 or seek emergency medical care immediately if you experience stroke symptoms, including:
Stroke is a medical emergency, and early treatment can greatly improve your outcome.
Yes. We can treat many neurovascular conditions with medications or minimally invasive endovascular procedures rather than traditional surgery. Your treatment plan will depend on your diagnosis, the severity of your condition, your overall health and your personal goals.
Without treatment, some neurovascular disorders can lead to stroke, brain hemorrhage, seizures, cognitive decline or worsening symptoms. Some of these conditions are life-threatening, which is why early evaluation and treatment are so important.
Recovery is different for every person and depends on your diagnosis, treatment and overall health. Some patients recover quickly. Others may need rehabilitation, physical therapy, speech therapy and ongoing neurologic care to regain function over time.
Not all neurovascular conditions are preventable. But several factors can increase your risk, including:
Many patients come to us for a second opinion for complex conditions, especially when considering surgery. Getting a second opinion can help you learn more about your diagnosis, explore all available treatment options and know what to expect in your care plan.
Please bring any previous imaging studies, medical records, a current list of medications and notes from other specialists you’ve seen. Having this information allows our team to review your full history and make the most of your visit.
Most likely. Many patients benefit from advanced imaging because it provides a clearer picture of the brain’s blood vessel structure, blood flow and stroke risk. Your team will recommend imaging only when needed, based on your symptoms, diagnosis and medical history.
Yes. Healthy lifestyle habits can significantly reduce your risk of stroke. Your provider might talk to you about:
We identify and treat ischemic attacks to reduce the risk of recurrent strokes.
We deliver expert care for complex neurovascular diseases, with a focus on preventing disability and improving your quality of life.
Our dedicated neurosurgeons use minimally invasive methods whenever possible to treat a wide range of neurological conditions.
Our neurologists and neurosurgeons are leaders in treating neurological disorders.
Our internationally renowned physicians and clinicians are dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. We are leaders in cutting-edge treatments, breakthrough research and exceptional outcomes.
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