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AJNR - American Journal of Neuroradiology

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American Journal of Neuroradiology 2008;29:1806.

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American Journal of Neuroradiology
DOI 10.3174/ajnr.A1211

REVIEW ARTICLE

Interventional Neuroradiology of the Head and Neck

D. Gandhi, J.J. Gemmete, S.A. Ansari, S.K. Gujar and S.K. Mukherji

From the Divisions of Interventional Neuroradiology (D.G., J.J.G., S.A.A.) and Diagnostic Neuroradiology (S.K.G., S.K.M.), Department of Radiology and Neurosurgery (D.G.), University of Michigan Health System, Ann Arbor, Mich.

Please address correspondence to Dheeraj Gandhi, MD, University of Michigan Hospital, 1500 E Medical Center Dr, B2 A209, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-0030; e-mail: dheeraj{at}umich.edu

SUMMARY: Interventional neuroradiology procedures are a valuable asset in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of various disorders affecting the extracranial head and neck. A detailed understanding of cross-sectional and vascular anatomy and an awareness of potential collateral pathways between extracranial and intracranial vessels are essential for ensuring safe and successful procedures. With the use of high-quality imaging and a meticulous technique, the incidence of major complications is extremely low.