Cerebral vasospasm and delayed cerebral ischemia: Review of literature and the management approach

Abstract

This article highlights the pathogenesis and management of cerebral vasospasm. It discusses the various pharmacological, endovascular, and neurosurgical approaches available for the treatment of cerebral vasospasm. Numerous drugs and procedures have been tried and tested in the management of cerebral vasospasm. We try to highlight the pros and cons of various pharmacological agents and case-based use of other not so popular and investigational techniques.

Keywords: Cerebral vasospasm; delayed cerebral ischemia; endovascular intervention; medications.

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