Moyamoya病

什么是Moyamoya病？

Moyamoya病是一种罕见的，进行性血管疾病，比成年人更常见地影响儿童。当患者患有莫亚马亚病时，颈动脉被阻塞或狭窄，减少了流向大脑的血液。这可能会使他们有认知延迟，癫痫发作和中风的风险。Moyamoya一词的意思是日语中的“烟雾”，描述了在X射线上的X射线外观，这些杂物缠结，这些容器的形式是试图绕过障碍物。事实证明，手术是最有效的长期治疗方法，大多数接受手术的患者继续恢复良好的生活质量。

您可以在Uthealth神经科学上期待什么

At UTHealth Neurosciences, our dedicated team of neurosurgeons and other specialists use the latest technology to accurately diagnose and treat Moyamoya Disease. We work in multidisciplinary teams to share insights, leading to better treatment decisions and outcomes. Throughout the treatment process, we will work closely with the doctor who referred you to ensure a smooth transition back to your regular care. While you are with us, you will receive expert care, excellent communication, and genuine compassion.

蒙亚哥病的原因

原因是未知的，但被认为是由遗传缺陷或创伤性损伤触发的。它与其他几种疾病有关，包括唐氏综合症和镰状细胞贫血。这种疾病在东亚人群中更为普遍，在女性中略有普遍。诊断的平均年龄为7，但峰值诊断范围在5至10岁和30至50岁之间。

蒙亚哥病的迹象

第一个烟雾病通常是一个mi的迹象ni-stroke, called a transient ischemic attack. This is more common among children ages 5 to 10. A stroke is a medical emergency and requires immediate attention. Reduced blood flow to the brain can cause headaches, seizures, blurry vision, and weakness on one side of the body.

诊断

医生将讨论您的症状和病史。他们将进行身体和神经系统检查，并订购成像测试以绘制大脑和血流。MRI在颈动脉动脉中的血液降低。通常还进行血管造影，以产生血管的详细图像。

莫亚马亚病的治疗

可以规定药物（例如血液稀释剂），以降低中风的风险，但手术是最佳的长期治疗方法。由于这种疾病随着时间的流逝而恶化，因此莫亚马亚病的患者可能会遭受中风，导致认知能力下降而无需手术。可以使用几种类型的血运重建手术，您的Uthealth神经科学团队将与您讨论最佳选择。经验丰富的神经外科医生将执行该过程。如果已经发生中风，手术后可能需要进行物理疗法。

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At UTHealth Neurosciences, we offer patients access to specialized neurological care at clinics across the greater Houston area. To ask us a question, schedule an appointment, or learn more about us, please call (713) 486-8000, or click below to send us a message. In the event of an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Room.