Interventional neuroradiology, also known as neurointerventional surgery, is a medical specialty that uses minimally invasive techniques to diagnose and treat conditions of the brain, spine, and head and neck.

This field involves the use of imaging technologies, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRI scans, to guide the placement of catheters and other small instruments through blood vessels to reach the affected area. Once the instrument is in place, interventional neuroradiologists can perform a variety of procedures, such as clot removal for stroke, aneurysm repair, and embolization for tumors or abnormal blood vessels.

Interventional neuroradiology procedures are typically less invasive and have a faster recovery time than traditional surgery, making them an attractive option for many patients. Interventional neuroradiologists work closely with other specialists, including neurologists, neurosurgeons, and other members of the healthcare team, to provide the best possible care for patients with neurologic conditions.

A guidewire is a thin, flexible wire used in medical procedures to help guide and position catheters, devices, and other instruments within the body. Guidewires are made of various materials such as stainless steel, nitinol, and polymer-coated materials. They are available in different lengths, diameters, and tip shapes to accommodate various procedures and anatomical structures.

Guidewires are typically introduced into the body through a small incision or puncture in the skin and are guided through the body using medical imaging, such as X-rays or ultrasound. Once the guidewire is positioned in the desired location, other instruments can be advanced over the wire to perform a specific procedure, such as angioplasty or stent placement.

Guidewires are commonly used in interventional radiology, cardiology, urology, and other medical specialties. They are important tools that allow medical professionals to perform minimally invasive procedures with a high degree of precision and accuracy.