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Zerweck L, Pohmann R, Klose U, Martirosian P, Haas P, Ernemann U, Khan N, Roder C, Hauser TK, Hennersdorf F. Evaluation of the contribution of individual arteries to the cerebral blood supply in patients with Moyamoya angiopathy: comparison of vessel-encoded arterial spin labeling and digital subtraction angiography. Neuroradiology 2024; 66:1131-1140. [PMID: 38492021 DOI: 10.1007/s00234-024-03338-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 03/18/2024]
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PURPOSE Vessel-encoded arterial spin labeling (VE-ASL) is able to provide noninvasive information about the contribution of individual arteries to the cerebral perfusion. The aim of this study was to compare VE-ASL to the diagnostic standard digital subtraction angiography (DSA) with respect to its ability to visualize vascular territories. METHODS In total, 20 VE-ASL and DSA data sets of 17 patients with Moyamoya angiopathy with and without revascularization surgery were retrospectively analyzed. Two neuroradiologists independently assessed the agreement between VE-ASL and DSA using a 4-point Likert scale (no- very high agreement). Additionally, grading of the vascular supply of subterritories (A1-A2, M1-M6) on the VE-ASL images and angiograms was performed. The intermodal agreement was calculated for all subterritories in total and for the subdivision into without and after revascularization (direct or indirect bypass). RESULTS There was a very high agreement between the VE-ASL and the DSA data sets (median = 1, modus = 1) with a substantial inter-rater agreement (kw = 0.762 (95% CI 0.561-0.963)). The inter-modality agreement between VE-ASL and DSA in vascular subterritories was almost perfect for all subterritories (k = 0.899 (0.865-0.945)), in the subgroup of direct revascularized subterritories (k = 0.827 (0.738-0.915)), in the subgroup of indirect revascularized subterritories (k = 0.843 (0.683-1.003)), and in the subgroup of never revascularized subterritories (k = 0.958 (0.899-1.017)). CONCLUSION Vessel-encoded ASL seems to be a promising non-invasive method to depict the contributions of individual arteries to the cerebral perfusion before and after revascularization surgery.
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- Leonie Zerweck
- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Straße 3, 72076, Tuebingen, Germany.
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- Magnetic Resonance Center, Max-Planck-Institute for Biological Cybernetics, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Straße 3, 72076, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Section on Experimental Radiology, Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Tuebingen, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Straße 3, 72076, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Tuebingen, Tuebingen, Germany
- Moyamoya Center, University Children's Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Tuebingen, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Straße 3, 72076, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Straße 3, 72076, Tuebingen, Germany
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Yingqian H, Dan W, Liping L, Zhiman L, Dingxiang X, Zhuhao L, Zhiyun Y, Li J, Jing Z. Longitudinal evaluation of cerebral perfusion evolution after revascularization surgery in moyamoya disease by CT perfusion. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2024; 33:107638. [PMID: 38360250 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2024.107638] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Revised: 02/09/2024] [Accepted: 02/13/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE To assess the longitudinal evolution of cerebral perfusion after revascularization surgery in patients with moyamoya disease (MMD) by CT perfusion (CTP). MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirty-one clinically confirmed MMD patients (12 males and 19 females, average age: 33.26 y, Suzuki stages 3 and 4: 19 and 11, respectively) who underwent revascularization surgery (bilateral (n=13) or unilateral (n=18)) were studied retrospectively. All patients underwent CTP examinations before and in the week after surgery and long-term (>3 months). CTP metrics (CBF, CBV, MTT, TTP, and delay TTP) were derived. The corresponding CTP metric values of the ROIs, which were manually drawn in the white matter (WM) and gray matter (GM), were recorded. RESULTS Six patients developed a new or progressive cerebral infarction/hemorrhage. In all patients, compared with the preoperative level, the TTP of GM and WM decreased in the short term after the surgery (P ≤ 0.005). Concurrently, the WM CBF increased significantly a week after surgery (P =0.02). However, in the long-term follow-up, the CBV and CBF in the GM and WM decreased to equal to or lower than the preoperative level, especially for CBV in the WM (P =0.012). Furthermore, cerebral perfusion began to decrease in the sixth month, and a continuous decline was observed over the next two months. It returned to the presurgical level after one year. In addition, the improvement in postsurgical perfusion was greater in Suzuki stage 3 patients than stage 4 patients. CONCLUSION Cerebral perfusion in patients with MMD improved shortly after surgery. However, in the long-term, brain perfusion decreased, most seriously in 6-8 months postoperatively, which might indicate that patients with MMD need timely follow-up and long-term intervention.
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- Huang Yingqian
- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, No. 58 Zhongshan Road 2, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China
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- Department of Radiology, Hui Ya Hospital of The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Huizhou, 516000, PR China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, No. 58 Zhongshan Road 2, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, No. 58 Zhongshan Road 2, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, No. 58 Zhongshan Road 2, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, No. 58 Zhongshan Road 2, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, No. 58 Zhongshan Road 2, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, No. 58 Zhongshan Road 2, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China.
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, No. 58 Zhongshan Road 2, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China.
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Yuan X, Yu H, Sun Z, Wu J, Gao L, Chong Z, Jin F, Chen Y, Liu D. Evaluation of surgical revascularization procedure outcomes for adult Moyamoya disease: a computed tomography perfusion-based study. Insights Imaging 2023; 14:184. [PMID: 37924434 PMCID: PMC10625502 DOI: 10.1186/s13244-023-01519-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/03/2023] [Indexed: 11/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The effectiveness of surgical interventions, whether direct or indirect, for Moyamoya disease (MMD) remains controversial. This study aims to investigate CT perfusion (CTP) as an objective method to evaluate the outcomes of different surgical modalities for adult MMD. METHODS The clinical and imaging data of 41 patients who underwent superficial temporal artery-middle cerebral artery (STA-MCA) bypass and 43 who received encephaloduroarteriosynangiosis (EDAS) were retrospectively analyzed. Intra- and intergroup differences in the Modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score, the change in clinical symptoms, collateral grade, and CTP parameters pre- and postoperatively were compared. RESULTS The overall level of the change in clinical symptoms in the STA-MCA group was higher than in the EDAS group (p < 0.05). In the operative area, the relative cerebral blood flow (rCBF) was significantly higher whereas the relative time to peak (rTTP) and the relative mean transit time (rMTT) were significantly lower in the STA-MCA and EDAS groups postoperatively than preoperatively (all p < 0.05). In the ipsilateral frontal lobe and basal ganglia, the postoperative rCBF was significantly higher, and the rTTP was significantly lower than the preoperative in the STA-MCA group (all p < 0.05). The postoperative rCBF improvement was higher in each brain area for STA-MCA than in the EDAS group (all p < 0.05). CONCLUSION Highlighting the utility of CTP, this study demonstrates its effectiveness in assessing postoperative cerebral hemodynamic changes in adult MMD patients. STA-MCA yielded a larger postoperative perfusion area and greater improvement compared to EDAS, suggesting CTP's potential to elucidate symptom variation between two surgical revascularization procedures. CRITICAL RELEVANCE STATEMENT We analyzed computed tomography perfusion parameters in pre- and postoperative adult Moyamoya disease patients undergoing superficial temporal artery-middle cerebral artery bypass and encephaloduroarteriosynangiosis. Our findings suggest computed tomography perfusion's potential in objectively elucidating symptom variations between these surgical revascularization approaches for MMD. KEY POINTS • Postoperative perfusion improvement is only confined to the operative area after EDAS. • Besides the operative area, postoperative perfusion in the ipsilateral frontal lobe and basal ganglia was also improved after STA-MCA. • The degree of perfusion improvement in each brain area in the STA-MCA group was generally greater than that in the EDAS group.
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- Xuexia Yuan
- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, China
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- Siemens Healthineers, No. 399, West Haiyang Road, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, China.
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, China.
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Dorschel KB, Wanebo JE. Physiological and pathophysiological mechanisms of the molecular and cellular biology of angiogenesis and inflammation in moyamoya angiopathy and related vascular diseases. Front Neurol 2023; 14:661611. [PMID: 37273690 PMCID: PMC10236939 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2023.661611] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2021] [Accepted: 01/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/06/2023] Open
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Rationale The etiology and pathophysiological mechanisms of moyamoya angiopathy (MMA) remain largely unknown. MMA is a progressive, occlusive cerebrovascular disorder characterized by recurrent ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes; with compensatory formation of an abnormal network of perforating blood vessels that creates a collateral circulation; and by aberrant angiogenesis at the base of the brain. Imbalance of angiogenic and vasculogenic mechanisms has been proposed as a potential cause of MMA. Moyamoya vessels suggest that aberrant angiogenic, arteriogenic, and vasculogenic processes may be involved in the pathophysiology of MMA. Circulating endothelial progenitor cells have been hypothesized to contribute to vascular remodeling in MMA. MMA is associated with increased expression of angiogenic factors and proinflammatory molecules. Systemic inflammation may be related to MMA pathogenesis. Objective This literature review describes the molecular mechanisms associated with cerebrovascular dysfunction, aberrant angiogenesis, and inflammation in MMA and related cerebrovascular diseases along with treatment strategies and future research perspectives. Methods and results References were identified through a systematic computerized search of the medical literature from January 1, 1983, through July 29, 2022, using the PubMed, EMBASE, BIOSIS Previews, CNKI, ISI web of science, and Medline databases and various combinations of the keywords "moyamoya," "angiogenesis," "anastomotic network," "molecular mechanism," "physiology," "pathophysiology," "pathogenesis," "biomarker," "genetics," "signaling pathway," "blood-brain barrier," "endothelial progenitor cells," "endothelial function," "inflammation," "intracranial hemorrhage," and "stroke." Relevant articles and supplemental basic science articles almost exclusively published in English were included. Review of the reference lists of relevant publications for additional sources resulted in 350 publications which met the study inclusion criteria. Detection of growth factors, chemokines, and cytokines in MMA patients suggests the hypothesis of aberrant angiogenesis being involved in MMA pathogenesis. It remains to be ascertained whether these findings are consequences of MMA or are etiological factors of MMA. Conclusions MMA is a heterogeneous disorder, comprising various genotypes and phenotypes, with a complex pathophysiology. Additional research may advance our understanding of the pathophysiology involved in aberrant angiogenesis, arterial stenosis, and the formation of moyamoya collaterals and anastomotic networks. Future research will benefit from researching molecular pathophysiologic mechanisms and the correlation of clinical and basic research results.
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- Kirsten B. Dorschel
- Medical Faculty, Heidelberg University Medical School, Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, United States
- Department of Neuroscience, HonorHealth Research Institute, Scottsdale, AZ, United States
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Golay X, Ho ML. Multidelay ASL of the pediatric brain. Br J Radiol 2022; 95:20220034. [PMID: 35451851 PMCID: PMC10996417 DOI: 10.1259/bjr.20220034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2022] [Accepted: 03/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Arterial spin labeling (ASL) is a powerful noncontrast MRI technique for evaluation of cerebral blood flow (CBF). A key parameter in single-delay ASL is the choice of postlabel delay (PLD), which refers to the timing between the labeling of arterial free water and measurement of flow into the brain. Multidelay ASL (MDASL) utilizes several PLDs to improve the accuracy of CBF calculations using arterial transit time (ATT) correction. This approach is particularly helpful in situations where ATT is unknown, including young subjects and slow-flow conditions. In this article, we discuss the technical considerations for MDASL, including labeling techniques, quantitative metrics, and technical artefacts. We then provide a practical summary of key clinical applications with real-life imaging examples in the pediatric brain, including stroke, vasculopathy, hypoxic-ischemic injury, epilepsy, migraine, tumor, infection, and metabolic disease.
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- Xavier Golay
- MR Neurophysics and Translational Neuroscience, UCL Queen
Square Institute of Neurology London, London,
England, UK
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- Radiology, Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio
State University, Columbus, OH,
USA
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Wang DJJ, Le Bihan D, Krishnamurthy R, Smith M, Ho ML. Noncontrast Pediatric Brain Perfusion: Arterial Spin Labeling and Intravoxel Incoherent Motion. Magn Reson Imaging Clin N Am 2021; 29:493-513. [PMID: 34717841 DOI: 10.1016/j.mric.2021.06.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Noncontrast magnetic resonance imaging techniques for measuring brain perfusion include arterial spin labeling (ASL) and intravoxel incoherent motion (IVIM). These techniques provide noninvasive and repeatable assessment of cerebral blood flow or cerebral blood volume without the need for intravenous contrast. This article discusses the technical aspects of ASL and IVIM with a focus on normal physiologic variations, technical parameters, and artifacts. Multiple pediatric clinical applications are presented, including tumors, stroke, vasculopathy, vascular malformations, epilepsy, migraine, trauma, and inflammation.
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- Danny J J Wang
- USC Institute for Neuroimaging and Informatics, SHN, 2025 Zonal Avenue, Health Sciences Campus, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA
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- NeuroSpin, Centre d'études de Saclay, Bâtiment 145, Gif-sur-Yvette 91191, France
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- Department of Radiology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Drive - ED4, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Drive - ED4, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Drive - ED4, Columbus, OH 43205, USA.
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Li Q, Zhang W, Xiao E. SOD2 overexpression in bone marrow‑derived mesenchymal stem cells ameliorates hepatic ischemia/reperfusion injury. Mol Med Rep 2021; 24:671. [PMID: 34296303 PMCID: PMC8335722 DOI: 10.3892/mmr.2021.12310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2021] [Accepted: 05/12/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Hepatic ischemia/reperfusion injury (HIRI) is a complex pathophysiological process that may develop after liver transplantation and resection surgery, as well as in uncontrolled clinical conditions. Bone marrow‑derived mesenchymal stem cells (BM‑MSCs) are potential targets for liver diseases. Thus, the present study aimed to investigate the effects of superoxide dismutase 2 (SOD2) overexpression in BM‑MSCs on HIRI by constructing a HIRI rat model. The adenoviral vector containing SOD2 and the corresponding control vector were designed and constructed, and SOD2‑overexpressing BM‑MSCs were injected into the tail vein of the rats. Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels, as well as pathological changes and the remnant liver regeneration rate were determined. The activities of SOD and glutathione peroxidase (GSH‑Px), and malondialdehyde (MDA) content were measured. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) were determined with 2',7'‑-dichlorofluorescein diacetate and measured via fluorescence microscopy. Cell apoptosis was assessed using TUNEL staining. Moreover, the expression levels of Bax, Bcl‑2 and caspase‑3 were detected via western blotting. SOD2‑overexpressing BM‑MSCs significantly reduced the elevation of serum AST and ALT levels. Furthermore, SOD2‑overexpressing BM‑MSCs enhanced SOD and GSH‑Px activities, and suppressed the production of MDA and ROS. Histopathological findings revealed that SOD2‑overexpressing BM‑MSCs decreased the number of TUNEL‑positive cells in the liver. It was also found that SOD2‑overexpressing BM‑MSCs promoted Bcl‑2 expression, but inhibited Bax and caspase‑3 expression in HIRI. Collectively, these findings suggest that SOD2‑overexpressing BM‑MSCs may provide therapeutic support in HIRI by inhibiting oxidative stress and hepatocyte apoptosis.
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- Qiuyun Li
- Department of Radiology, Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
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- Department of Radiology, The Second People's Hospital of Hunan Province, Changsha, Hunan 410007, P.R. China
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- Department of Radiology, Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
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Zhang X, Xiao W, Zhang Q, Xia D, Gao P, Su J, Yang H, Gao X, Ni W, Lei Y, Gu Y. Progression in Moyamoya Disease: Clinical Feature, Neuroimaging Evaluation and Treatment. Curr Neuropharmacol 2021; 20:292-308. [PMID: 34279201 PMCID: PMC9413783 DOI: 10.2174/1570159x19666210716114016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Revised: 05/08/2021] [Accepted: 07/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Moyamoya disease (MMD) is a chronic cerebrovascular disease characterized by progressive stenosis of the arteries of the circle of Willis, with the formation of collateral vascular network at the base of the brain. Its clinical manifestations are complicated. Numerous studies have attempted to clarify the clinical features of MMD, including its epidemiology, genetic characteristics, and pathophysiology. With the development of neuroimaging techniques, various neuroimaging modalities with different advantages have deepened the understanding of MMD in terms of structural, functional, spatial, and temporal dimensions. At present, the main treatment for MMD focuses on neurological protection, cerebral blood flow reconstruction, and neurological rehabilitation, such as pharmacological treatment, surgical revascularization, and cognitive rehabilitation. In this review, we discuss recent progress in understanding the clinical features, in the neuroimaging evaluation and treatment of MMD.
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- Xin Zhang
- Department of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, China
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- Department of Nursing, Huashan Hospital North, Fudan University, China
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- Department of Radiology, Huashan Hospital North, Fudan University, China
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- Department of Radiology, Huashan Hospital North, Fudan University, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, China
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Kaseka ML, Slim M, Muthusami P, Dirks PB, Westmacott R, Kassner A, Bhathal I, Williams S, Shroff M, Logan W, Moharir M, MacGregor DL, Pulcine E, deVeber GA, Dlamini N. Distinct Clinical and Radiographic Phenotypes in Pediatric Patients With Moyamoya. Pediatr Neurol 2021; 120:18-26. [PMID: 33962345 DOI: 10.1016/j.pediatrneurol.2021.03.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2020] [Revised: 03/10/2021] [Accepted: 03/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Given the expanding evidence of clinico-radiological differences between moyamoya disease (MMD) and moyamoya syndrome (MMS), we compared the clinical and radiographic features of childhood MMD and MMS to identify predictors of ischemic event recurrence. METHODS We reviewed a pediatric moyamoya cohort followed between 2003 and 2019. Clinical and radiographic characteristics at diagnosis and follow-up were abstracted. Comparisons between MMD and MMS as well as between MMD and two MMS subgroups (neurofibromatosis [MMS-NF1] and sickle cell disease [MMS-SCD]) were performed. RESULTS A total of 111 patients were identified. Patients with MMD presented commonly with transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) (35 % MMD versus 13% MMS-NF1 versus 9.5% MMS-SCD; P = 0.047). Symptomatic stroke presentation (MMD 37% versus MMS-NF1 4% versus 33%; P = 0.0147) and bilateral disease at diagnosis (MMD 73% versus MMS-NF1 22 % versus MMS-SCD 67%; P = 0.0002) were uncommon in MMS-NF1. TIA recurrence was common in MMD (hazard ratio 2.86; P = 0.001). The ivy sign was absent on neuroimaging in a majority of patients with MMS-SCD (MMD 67% versus MMS-NF1 52% versus MMS-SCD 9.5%; P = 0.0002). Predictors of poor motor outcome included early age at diagnosis (odds ratio [OR] 8.45; P = 0.0014), symptomatic stroke presentation (OR 6.6; P = 0.019), and advanced Suzuki stage (OR 3.59; P = 0.019). CONCLUSIONS Moyamoya exhibits different phenotypes based on underlying etiologies. Frequent TIAs is a common phenotype of MMD and symptomatic stroke presentation a common feature of MMD and MMS-SCD, whereas unilateral disease and low infarct burden are common in MMS-NF1. In addition, absence of ivy sign is a common phenotype in MMS-SCD.
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- Matsanga Leyila Kaseka
- Division of Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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- Department of Physiology, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Department of Experimental Medicine, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Psychology, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Physiology, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Haematology & Oncology, SickKids, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Encephaloduroarteriosynangiosis (EDAS) treatment of moyamoya syndrome: evaluation by computed tomography perfusion imaging. Eur Radiol 2021; 31:8364-8373. [PMID: 33956177 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-021-07960-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2020] [Revised: 03/17/2021] [Accepted: 03/29/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To explore the value of computed tomography perfusion (CTP) imaging for evaluating the efficacy of encephaloduroarteriosynangiosis (EDAS) treatment of moyamoya syndrome (MMS). METHODS Forty-three patients with MMS (48 hemispheres) who received EDAS treatment were examined using CTP and DSA before and after surgery. CTP of the ipsilateral cortex, contralateral mirror area, and pons region were measured, and the relative cerebral blood flow (rCBF) and volume (rCBV), mean transit time (rMTT), and time-to-peak (rTTP) were calculated. Based on postoperative DSA, 48 hemispheres were apportioned to two groups based on rich (grades 2, 3) or poor (grades 0, 1) collateral vessel formation, and the pre- and post-operative differences in perfusion changes were compared. The association between clinical outcome, CTP, and the degree of DSA collateral vessels was explored. RESULTS rCBF and rMTT significantly improved in both the poor and rich collateral vessel formation groups (n = 21 and 27, respectively), while rTTP significantly improved only in the latter. Postoperative CTP improved in the rich and the grade 1 collateral vessel groups (p < 0.01). The clinical improvement was consistent with the improvement of CTP (p = 0.07), but less consistent with the degree of collateral angiogenesis (p = 0.003). CONCLUSION CTP can quantitatively evaluate the improvement of brain tissue perfusion in the operated area after EDAS. Brain tissue perfusion in operated areas improved regardless of postoperative rich or poor collateral vessel formation observed via DSA. A significant improvement in rTTP in the operated area may indicate the formation of abundant collateral vessels. KEY POINTS • CTP showed that brain tissue perfusion in the operated area after EDAS improved regardless of rich or poor collateral vessel formation observed via DSA. • Significant improvement of rTTP in the operated area may indicate the formation of abundant collateral vessels.
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Deckers PT, van Hoek W, Kronenburg A, Yaqub M, Siero JCW, Bhogal AA, van Berckel BNM, van der Zwan A, Braun KPJ. Contralateral improvement of cerebrovascular reactivity and TIA frequency after unilateral revascularization surgery in moyamoya vasculopathy. NEUROIMAGE-CLINICAL 2021; 30:102684. [PMID: 34215154 PMCID: PMC8102652 DOI: 10.1016/j.nicl.2021.102684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2020] [Revised: 03/24/2021] [Accepted: 04/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Contralateral cerebrovascular reactivity may improve after unilateral surgery in moyamoya. TIA frequency from the contralateral hemisphere can decrease after unilateral moyamoya surgery. These findings support staged rather than direct bilateral surgery in moyamoya.
Objective Moyamoya vasculopathy is a rare, often bilateral disease characterized by progressive stenosis and occlusion of the distal internal carotid artery, leading to a progressive deterioration of cerebrovascular reactivity (CVR) and increased risk of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), infarction and hemorrhage. Surgical revascularization is a widely accepted symptomatic treatment, often performed bilaterally in one or two stages. To possibly further optimize treatment strategy, we investigated the effect of unilateral revascularization surgery on the CVR of, and TIA frequency originating from, the contralateral hemisphere. Methods From our database of 143 moyamoya vasculopathy patients we selected those with bilateral disease, who underwent hemodynamic imaging ([15O]H2O positron emission tomography (PET)-CT with acetazolamide challenge) before and 14 months (median) after unilateral revascularization. We evaluated CVR in three regions per hemisphere, and averaged these per hemisphere for statistical comparison. Conservatively treated patients were showed as a comparison group. To examine TIA frequency, we selected patients who presented with TIAs that (also) originated from the contralateral – not to be operated – hemisphere. We scored changes in CVR and TIA frequency of the ipsilateral and contralateral hemisphere over time. Results Seven surgical and seven conservative patients were included for CVR comparison. Of the 20 scored contralateral regions in the surgical group, 15 showed improved CVR after unilateral revascularization, while 5 remained stable. The averaged scores improved significantly for both hemispheres. In conservatively treated patients, however, only 3 of the 20 scored regions improved in the least-affected (contralateral) hemispheres, and 9 deteriorated. From the 6 patients with contralateral TIAs at presentation, 4 had a decreased TIA frequency originating from the contralateral hemisphere after unilateral surgery, while 2 patients remained stable. Conclusion Both CVR and TIA frequency in the contralateral hemisphere can improve after unilateral revascularization surgery in bilateral MMV.
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- Pieter T Deckers
- Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, UMC Utrecht Brain Center, Utrecht, the Netherlands.
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- Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, UMC Utrecht Brain Center, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, UMC Utrecht Brain Center, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Amsterdam UMC, Location VUmc, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Imaging Division, Department of Radiology, Utrecht Center for Image Sciences, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht the Netherlands; Spinoza Centre for Neuroimaging, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Imaging Division, Department of Radiology, Utrecht Center for Image Sciences, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht the Netherlands
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Amsterdam UMC, Location VUmc, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, UMC Utrecht Brain Center, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, UMC Utrecht Brain Center, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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Bambach S, Smith M, Morris PP, Campeau NG, Ho ML. Arterial Spin Labeling Applications in Pediatric and Adult Neurologic Disorders. J Magn Reson Imaging 2020; 55:698-719. [PMID: 33314349 DOI: 10.1002/jmri.27438] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2020] [Revised: 10/26/2020] [Accepted: 10/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Arterial spin labeling (ASL) is a powerful noncontrast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique that enables quantitative evaluation of brain perfusion. To optimize the clinical and research utilization of ASL, radiologists and physicists must understand the technical considerations and age-related variations in normal and disease states. We discuss advanced applications of ASL across the lifespan, with example cases from children and adults covering a wide variety of pathologies. Through literature review and illustrated clinical cases, we highlight the subtleties as well as pitfalls of ASL interpretation. First, we review basic physical principles, techniques, and artifacts. This is followed by a discussion of normal perfusion variants based on age and physiology. The three major categories of perfusion abnormalities-hypoperfusion, hyperperfusion, and mixed patterns-are covered with an emphasis on clinical interpretation and relationship to the disease process. Major etiologies of hypoperfusion include large artery, small artery, and venous disease; other vascular conditions; global hypoxic-ischemic injury; and neurodegeneration. Hyperperfusion is characteristic of vascular malformations and tumors. Mixed perfusion patterns can be seen with epilepsy, migraine, trauma, infection/inflammation, and toxic-metabolic encephalopathy. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: 4 TECHNICAL EFFICACY STAGE: 3.
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- Sven Bambach
- Abigail Wexner Research Institute, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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Yu J, Du Q, Xie H, Chen J, Chen J. What and why: the current situation and future prospects of "ivy sign" in moyamoya disease. Ther Adv Chronic Dis 2020; 11:2040622320960004. [PMID: 33101620 PMCID: PMC7549182 DOI: 10.1177/2040622320960004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2020] [Accepted: 08/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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“Ivy sign” is a special imaging manifestation of moyamoya disease (MMD), which
shows continuous linear or punctate high intensity along the cortical sulci and
subarachnoid space on magnetic resonance images. Ivy sign was reported to
reflect the development of compensatory collaterals, and to be closely related
to hemodynamic changes and clinical symptoms, and to indicate the postoperative
prognosis, in MMD patients. It is a unique and critical marker for MMD. However,
due to the lack of consistent criteria, such as definition, grading, and
identification standards, ivy sign has not received much attention. We undertook
a comprehensive literature search and summarized the current situation regarding
ivy sign in MMD in terms of baseline characteristics, detection methods,
definition, regional division and distribution patterns, grading criterions,
incidence, related factors, the mechanism of ivy sign, and the effects of
treatments. We also provided related concerns raised and future prospects
relevant to studies about ivy sign in MMD.
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- Jin Yu
- Department of Neurosurgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Rheumatology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Medical Image, Maternal and Child Health Hospital of Hubei Provence, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Donghu Road 169, Wuhan, 430071, China
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Kashiwazaki D, Yamamoto S, Akioka N, Hori E, Shibata T, Kuwayama N, Noguchi K, Kuroda S. High-intensity vessel sign on fluid-attenuated inversion recovery imaging: a novel imaging marker of high-risk carotid stenosis-a MRI and SPECT study. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2020; 162:2573-2581. [PMID: 32458404 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-020-04408-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2020] [Accepted: 05/10/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Measurement of luminal stenosis and determination of plaque instability using MR plaque imaging are effective strategies for evaluating high-risk carotid stenosis. Nevertheless, new methods are required to identify patients with carotid stenosis at risk of future stroke. We aimed to clarify the mechanisms and clinical implications of the hyperintense vessel sign (HVS) as a marker of high-risk carotid stenosis. METHODS We included 148 patients who underwent carotid stent (CAS) or carotid endarterectomy (CEA). MRI FLAIR was performed to detect HVS prior to and within 7 days after CAS/CEA. MR plaque imaging and 123I-iodoamphetamine SPECT was performed prior to CEA/CAS. Detailed characteristics of HVS were categorized in terms of symptomatic status, hemodynamic state, plaque composition, and HVS on time series. RESULTS Forty-six of 80 symptomatic hemispheres (57.5%) and 5 of 68 asymptomatic hemispheres (7.4%) presented HVS (P < 0.01). Of the 46 symptomatic hemispheres with HVS, 19 (41.3%) presented with hemodynamic impairment and 27 (58.7%) presented without hemodynamic impairment. Of 19 hemispheres with hemodynamic impairment, 12 subjects (63.2%) showed high intensity and 7 (36.8%) showed iso-intensity plaques on T1WI. All 27 hemispheres without hemodynamic impairment showed high-intensity plaques. Of the five asymptomatic and HVS-positive hemispheres, one showed hemodynamic impairment; MR plaque imaging revealed T1 iso-intensity. The other four hemispheres that did not show hemodynamic impairment showed T1WI high-intensity plaques. CONCLUSION There are two possible mechanisms of HVS, hemodynamic impairment due to severe carotid stenosis and micro-embolism from unstable plaques. HVS could be a radiological marker for high-risk carotid stenosis.
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- Daina Kashiwazaki
- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Toyama, 2630 Sugitani, Toyama, 930-0194, Japan.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Toyama, 2630 Sugitani, Toyama, 930-0194, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Toyama, 2630 Sugitani, Toyama, 930-0194, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Toyama, 2630 Sugitani, Toyama, 930-0194, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Toyama, 2630 Sugitani, Toyama, 930-0194, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Toyama, 2630 Sugitani, Toyama, 930-0194, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Toyama, Toyama, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Graduate School of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Toyama, 2630 Sugitani, Toyama, 930-0194, Japan
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Arterial transit artifacts observed by arterial spin labeling in Moyamoya disease. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2020; 29:105058. [PMID: 32807463 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2020.105058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2020] [Revised: 06/01/2020] [Accepted: 06/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Arterial spin labeling (ASL) is a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique used to assess cerebral perfusion. When tissue perfusion is impaired, such as in Moyamoya disease, a hyperintense band called the arterial transit artifact (ATA) may occur, which interferes with accurate measurements on ASL-MRI. In this study, we evaluated the correlation of ATAs with magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) and single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) imaging results in Moyamoya disease. The aim of our study was to elucidate the pathophysiology of ATAs and risk factors for high ATA scores. MATERIALS AND METHODS This retrospective study included 28 patients (56 hemispheres) with Moyamoya disease treated at our institution. MRI, MRA, ASL perfusion, and N-isopropyl-[123I] b-iodoamphetamine (123I-IMP) SPECT were performed. In order to semi-quantitatively evaluate the degree of ATA, the ATA scores were measured according to the number of hyperintense signal bands in the cerebral cortex. The relationship between the ATA scores and clinical and radiological factors were analyzed. RESULTS Regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF) determined with ASL weakly correlated with that determined by 123I-IMP SPECT (ρ=0.31, p=0.027). There was no significant association between the ATA scores and rCBF values determined with 123I-IMP SPECT (p=0.872, 0.745, 0.743 at PLD1000 (post-labeling delay), 1500, and 2000, respectively). However, there was a significant correlation between ATA scores and MRA scores (ρ=0.427 p=0.001; ρ=0.612 p=0.001; ρ=0.563 p=0.001 at PLD1000, 1500, and 2000, respectively). An analysis of patient background characteristics revealed a significantly higher incidence of high ATA scores in female patients, patients with high MRA scores, and patients with a distinguishable ivy sign. A multivariate analysis confirmed that female sex, high MRA score, and presence of an ivy sign were risk factors for high ATA scores. CONCLUSION ATA scores were moderately correlated with MRA scores, and presence of an ivy sign was the most predictive factor for high ATA scores. A high ATA score determined using ASL in a patient with Moyamoya disease might suggest an advanced disease stage and a reduction in cerebrovascular reserve capacity.
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Chiba T, Suzuki H, Yamaguchi S, Nishino K. Usefulness of Post-labeling Delay for the Assessment of Bright Vessel Appearance by Arterial Spin Labeling. JOURNAL OF NEUROENDOVASCULAR THERAPY 2020; 14:345-350. [PMID: 37501673 PMCID: PMC10370909 DOI: 10.5797/jnet.oa.2019-0100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2019] [Accepted: 04/24/2020] [Indexed: 07/29/2023]
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Objective This study was performed to clarify the differences in blood flow strength, blood vessel diameter, and post-labeling delay (PLD) by physical experiments, and to examine whether bright vessel appearance (BVA) can be observed by arterial spin labeling (ASL). Methods We introduced simulated blood flow (25 cm/sec, 12.5 cm/sec) using a specially made phantom of fixed tubes in a plastic container. At each speed, we scanned at several points of PLD using ASL imaging. We measured the signal in the tube to obtain a signal intensity (SI). We revised the T1 level from the SI and obtained SIblood. We used SItissue with normal perfusion measured from obtained clinical images by ASL and compared it with SIblood. Results In tubes with a narrow inner diameter, the signal slightly decreased. SI also decreased under slow flow compared with fast flow. At each flow rate, SIblood significantly exceeded SItissue. Conclusion PLD distinguishes spin in brain tissue from 1525 msec to 2525 msec, and it can be observed. As spin signal decreases when the flow rate is slow, attention is necessary for observation. Assessment at PLD1525-2525 msec where normal perfusion was obtained suggested that BVA can be observed.
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- Taishi Chiba
- Department of Radiology, Kakunodate General Hospital, Senboku, Akita, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kakunodate General Hospital, Senboku, Akita, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kakunodate General Hospital, Senboku, Akita, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kakunodate General Hospital, Senboku, Akita, Japan
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Yu J, Du Q, Chen J. Angiographic characteristics in Moyamoya disease with the p.R4810K variant: a propensity score-matched analysis. Eur J Neurol 2020; 27:e26. [PMID: 32125061 DOI: 10.1111/ene.14194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2020] [Accepted: 02/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- J Yu
- Department of Neurosurgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Rheumatology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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Savolainen M, Pekkola J, Mustanoja S, Tyni T, Hernesniemi J, Kivipelto L, Tatlisumak T. Moyamoya angiopathy: radiological follow-up findings in Finnish patients. J Neurol 2020; 267:2301-2306. [PMID: 32322979 PMCID: PMC7358936 DOI: 10.1007/s00415-020-09837-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2020] [Accepted: 04/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Moyamoya angiopathy (MMA) is a chronic progressive disorder, but imaging changes observed over time are not yet characterized in European populations. We analyzed the progression of MMA with magnetic resonance imaging and angiography (MRI and MRA) in our Finnish MMA registry. Stage classification based on MRA findings was used to evaluate the progress of the disease. METHODS 32 patients with MMA were evaluated with MRI and MRA and compared to previous imaging. The follow-up imaging was done 103 (range 6-380) months after the MMA diagnosis, and 64 (range 6-270) months after the previous imaging. We graded the disease stage according to the previously described MRA grading scale. RESULTS No acute lesions, including silent ischemic strokes were found in the follow-up image compared to latest available previous image. One patient had an asymptomatic intracerebral hemorrhage since the last imaging. Ivy sign was observed in 22% of the patients in the follow-up image. Six percent (n = 2) had microhemorrhages and 9% (n = 3) white matter lesions in the follow-up imaging. The MRA grade was evaluated from the follow-up images and it was 3 and 2.5 points (right and left, respectively). Fifty-six percent (n = 18) had old ischemic lesions in the follow-up image. Majority (71%) of the old ischemic lesions were large anterior circulation infarcts. CONCLUSIONS A slow progression of MMA-related changes on MRI/MRA was found, being in line with our previous reports suggesting a rather benign course of the disease in the Finnish population.
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- Marika Savolainen
- Department of Neurology, South Karelia Central Hospital, Valto Käkelän katu 1, 53130, Lappeenranta, Finland. .,Clinical Neurosciences, Neurology, University of Helsinki and Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland.
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- Department of Radiology, HUS Medical Imaging Center, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Clinical Neurosciences, Neurology, University of Helsinki and Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Child Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Juha Hernesniemi International Center for Neurosurgery, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Clinical Neurosciences, Neurosurgery, University of Helsinki and Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Department of Neurology, Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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