Published with the inputs from Dr Mohan Leslie Noone, Senior Consultant, Neurologist, Baby Memorial Hospitals - Kozhikode
Spinal angiography is a specialized imaging test that provides detailed pictures of the blood vessels supplying the spinal cord. It is performed using a contrast dye and X-ray guidance (fluoroscopy) to help diagnose or plan treatment for vascular abnormalities, such as arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), fistulas, aneurysms, or spinal cord ischemia.
Spinal angiography is an invasive imaging procedure used to visualize the arteries and veins of the spinal cord. It helps detect abnormal connections or blockages in the spinal blood vessels that may cause pain, weakness, or neurological symptoms.
Your doctor may recommend this procedure if you have:
No. The procedure itself is not painful because local anesthesia is used at the insertion site. Patients may feel mild pressure or warmth when the dye is injected.
Yes. It is a safe and well-established diagnostic procedure when performed by experienced neurointerventional specialists.
Possible but rare risks include:
If you are experiencing unexplained spinal symptoms, back pain, or neurological weakness due to suspected vascular conditions, the Neurointerventional & Neurosciences Team at Baby Memorial Hospital (BMH) offers advanced spinal angiography and endovascular treatments with cutting-edge imaging and expert care.
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