Stroke is a condition that requires prompt and precise treatment. Immediate care can minimize long-term effects and prevent fatal outcomes. The good news is that Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri offers Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) technology as a leading solution for diagnosing and treating strokes, particularly those caused by blocked blood vessels in the brain.
With the expertise of Dr. Joy, a neurosurgeon specializing in neurovascular surgery with a Ph.D. degree, stroke patients receive optimal treatment through brain DSA therapy.
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What is DSA (Digital Subtraction Angiography)?
DSA is an advanced medical imaging technology designed to provide a highly detailed view of blood vessels. This procedure uses X-rays and contrast agents to produce precise images of blood vessels, particularly in the brain.
DSA works by “subtracting” or “removing” images of bones and other tissues, leaving only the blood vessels visible with exceptional clarity.
Dr. Joy explains, “DSA is a minimally invasive procedure. We insert a small needle into the femoral artery or a blood vessel in the hand, then guide a catheter for diagnosis. If an issue is detected in the brain’s blood vessels, a smaller microcatheter is navigated precisely to the affected vessel for treatment.”
Functions and Benefits of DSA in Stroke Treatment
DSA plays a crucial role in stroke management, particularly for strokes caused by blocked blood vessels in the brain. The functions and benefits of DSA include:
- Accurate Diagnosis: DSA provides a highly detailed view of blood vessels, enabling precise detection of blockages.
- Direct Therapy: In addition to being a diagnostic tool, DSA allows immediate therapeutic intervention. Doctors can perform thrombolytic procedures to dissolve clots.
- Minimally Invasive: As a minimally invasive procedure, DSA reduces complications and speeds up recovery time.
- Gold Standard: DSA is considered the gold standard in managing brain blood vessel disorders due to its specificity and accuracy.
- Prevention of Permanent Damage: Rapid intervention with DSA can prevent reversible brain damage from becoming permanent.
Real Case: DSA Therapy for Brainstem Stroke Patient
One successful case at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri involved a patient with a blocked blood vessel in the brainstem. The patient arrived with the primary complaint of being unable to speak, accompanied by left-side paralysis (inability to move the arm and leg).
MRI results revealed a hyperintense signal in the right pons (part of the brainstem). However, T2 imaging showed no significant intensity changes, indicating that no permanent brain damage had occurred.
Dr. Joy emphasized the urgency of treatment in such cases: “For this condition, immediate intervention is critical because the damage is still reversible and can be restored.”
Following DSA thrombolytic treatment, the results were highly promising. The patient not only survived but also regained movement in previously paralyzed limbs.
The patient shared their experience: “After the MRI, they found a blockage, and then they performed the DSA procedure. During the procedure, I tested my hand, and over time, it felt lighter and started moving again. Thank God, I can move my hand and walk again. My memory is intact, and my nerves are undamaged.”
Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri: Comprehensive Stroke Treatment Facilities
Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri offers complete stroke management facilities, including:
- 24/7 Emergency Unit The hospital’s Emergency Unit operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, which is crucial since stroke treatment is a “race against time” where every minute counts.
- Multidisciplinary Medical Team The hospital boasts a multidisciplinary team of neurosurgeons and neurologists working together to provide comprehensive stroke treatment.
- Advanced Diagnostic Technology In addition to DSA, the hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic tools such as MRI, ensuring fast and accurate stroke detection.
- Golden Period Treatment Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri recognizes the importance of the golden period in stroke treatment. As highlighted in the case above, immediate treatment within 3 to 4 hours is essential for the best outcomes.
Brain DSA therapy at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri is a leading solution for stroke treatment, particularly for strokes caused by blocked brain blood vessels. With accurate diagnosis and targeted therapy, DSA not only saves lives but also restores bodily functions affected by stroke.
Under the leadership of Dr. Joy, a neurosurgeon specializing in neurovascular surgery, supported by a multidisciplinary medical team and state-of-the-art facilities, Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri is at the forefront of stroke treatment in Indonesia.
If you or a loved one experience stroke symptoms such as difficulty speaking, weakness on one side of the body, or sudden limb paralysis, seek immediate medical attention for timely and effective treatment.
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