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Carotid Artery Stenting in Yelahanka | Manipal Hospitals

Carotid and Intracranial Stenting

Carotid Artery Stenting in Yelahanka

Stroke often begins silently. A gradual narrowing of blood vessels supplying the brain can develop over time without obvious warning signs. Then, suddenly, symptoms such as weakness, difficulty speaking, or vision problems appear. In many cases, restoring blood flow quickly can prevent permanent damage. At Manipal Hospital Yelahanka, specialists focus on identifying vascular blockages quickly and restoring circulation through advanced minimally invasive procedures.  Our carotid artery stenting in Yelahanka programme focuses on reopening narrowed arteries using minimally invasive techniques that improve circulation to the brain while reducing the risk of stroke.

How It Works

Carotid and intracranial stenting are advanced procedures designed to treat narrowed or blocked arteries that supply blood to the brain. These narrowings, known as stenoses, are most commonly caused by the gradual buildup of plaque along the artery walls. Over time, this can restrict blood flow or create conditions where small clots travel to the brain and trigger a stroke.
The process begins with detailed vascular imaging. CT angiography or digital subtraction angiography helps specialists understand the exact location and severity of the narrowing. Once the anatomy is clearly defined, a treatment plan is created.

During an intracranial stenting procedure in Yelahanka, a catheter is inserted through a small puncture in the wrist or groin. Guided by real-time imaging, the catheter is carefully navigated through the blood vessels to reach the narrowed segment. A tiny balloon may first be used to gently widen the artery. After that, a mesh-like stent is deployed to hold the artery open and restore smooth blood flow. Following the procedure, patients are monitored closely while medications are used to prevent clot formation and support the healing of the treated vessel.

Benefits

When arteries supplying the brain become narrowed, restoring circulation quickly can reduce the risk of stroke. Key benefits include the following:

  • Minimally invasive treatment without major surgery

  • Improved blood flow to the brain

  • Reduced risk of stroke caused by arterial narrowing

  • Faster recovery compared with open surgical procedures

  • Careful monitoring and long-term vascular follow-up

What to Expect

Hearing that a brain artery is narrowed can feel unsettling. Understanding the treatment process can help make the journey clearer.

  • Initial evaluation: Your doctor reviews symptoms, medical history, and vascular imaging to determine whether stenting is the most appropriate treatment.

  • Preparation before the procedure: Blood tests and medication reviews are completed. Patients are usually advised to take specific blood-thinning medications before the intervention.

  • The procedure itself: Under local anaesthesia and light sedation, a catheter is inserted into an artery in the wrist or groin. Using detailed imaging guidance, the doctor advances the catheter to the narrowed vessel and places the stent to restore blood flow.

  • Observation after treatment: Patients are monitored in a specialised neurological unit where blood pressure, neurological status, and circulation are carefully observed.

  • Follow-up care: Regular imaging and clinic visits ensure that the artery remains open and that stroke risk continues to decrease over time.

Each step is carefully coordinated so that treatment is both safe and effective.

Why Manipal Hospitals

Managing complex vascular conditions of the brain requires expertise, technology, and seamless teamwork. At Manipal Hospital Yelahanka, specialists from neurology, neurosurgery, and interventional neuroradiology work together to design personalised treatment strategies. Patients receiving neurovascular stenting treatment in Yelahanka benefit from an integrated care pathway that combines advanced imaging, minimally invasive procedures, and specialised monitoring. Our approach is strengthened by several important advantages:

  • Experienced neurointerventional specialists trained in complex vascular procedures

  • Advanced biplane angiography suites for detailed vessel imaging

  • Real-time imaging systems that guide precise stent placement

  • Multidisciplinary decision making involving neurologists and neurosurgeons

  • Continuous neurological monitoring after vascular interventions

  • Dedicated stroke and neurocritical care teams

  • Structured medication protocols that support long-term vessel health

  • Early lifestyle and rehabilitation counselling to reduce future risk

  • Clear communication with patients and families about treatment choices

These resources allow our teams to deliver treatment that is both technically precise and carefully coordinated.

Speciality – Neurointerventional and Vascular Neurosurgery

The Neurointerventional and Vascular Neurosurgery teams at Manipal Hospital Yelahanka  focus on diagnosing and treating disorders affecting the blood vessels of the brain. By combining catheter-based techniques with advanced imaging guidance, specialists restore blood flow safely while helping reduce the risk of stroke and other neurological complications.

Services Offered

Comprehensive vascular care includes advanced angiography, diagnostic evaluation of carotid and intracranial artery narrowing, minimally invasive stent placement, balloon angioplasty, medication management for stroke prevention, and a specialised intracranial stenting procedure in Yelahanka supported by neurological monitoring and long-term vascular follow-up planning.

Facilities and Services

Delivering safe vascular treatment requires advanced imaging technology and specialised neurological monitoring. Our centre provides:

  • High-resolution CT and MRI imaging for detailed vascular assessment

  • Advanced digital subtraction angiography systems for precise vessel mapping

  • Biplane fluoroscopy allows for accurate stent placement

  • Microcatheter technology is designed for delicate vascular navigation

  • Dedicated neurointerventional procedure suites

  • Continuous cardiac and neurological monitoring during procedures

  • Specialised neuro-intensive care units for postoperative observation

  • Stroke response teams are available around the clock

  • Structured follow-up imaging after carotid artery stenting in Yelahanka

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FAQ's

Stenting is usually recommended when arteries supplying the brain become significantly narrowed and increase stroke risk. Doctors evaluate symptoms, imaging findings, and overall health before deciding if the procedure is appropriate.

Both treatments are effective. Stenting is minimally invasive and often preferred for patients who may not tolerate open surgery well. The best option depends on artery anatomy and individual risk factors.

Most patients remain in the hospital for observation for one or two days. Normal activities usually resume within a short period, while medications and follow-up imaging ensure the artery remains open.

Patients usually take blood-thinning medications for a period of time after the procedure. These medications help prevent clot formation while the stent becomes integrated into the artery wall.

You will be given local anaesthesia to numb the entry site, so you should not feel sharp pain. You might feel some pressure during the procedure, but our team keeps you comfortable. Most people tolerate carotid artery stenting in Yelahanka very well and are surprised by how smooth the experience is.

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