Stroke surgery is a life-saving intervention performed to treat certain types of strokes, especially when caused by bleeding (hemorrhagic stroke) or blocked blood vessels (ischemic stroke). The primary goal is to restore blood flow, reduce brain pressure, and prevent further brain damage.
When is Stroke Surgery Needed?
- Large brain hemorrhage causing pressure
- Blocked arteries due to clot (ischemic stroke)
- Aneurysm or arteriovenous malformation (AVM) rupture
- Failure of medical management or worsening symptoms
Common Surgical Procedures
- Craniotomy - Removes blood clots or repairs bleeding vessels
- Carotid Endarterectomy - Clears blocked neck arteries to prevent future strokes