Case study 117 - Moyamoya disease Moyamoya disease is a chronic and progressive condition of the arteries in the brain. People with moyamoya disease have narrowing of these blood vessels that leads to blockages and can eventually cause ischemic stroke, hemorrhagic stroke, and seizures. #neurosurgery #casestudy #sundaycasestudy #ladyspinedoc #healthcareworker #hospital #surgery #neurosurgeon #medicalschool #medstudent #medicalstudent #nursing #brain #brainawarenessweek #moyamoya #moyamoyadisease

Case Study 206 - Moyamoya Disease 🧠🇯🇵 Yesterday’s “Japanese brain mystery” turned out to be Moyamoya disease, a rare but serious cerebrovascular condition that requires fast recognition and specialized surgical care. Moyamoya occurs when the internal carotid arteries and their major branches gradually narrow, reducing blood flow to critical areas of the brain. In response, the brain tries to protect itself by forming a fragile web of tiny collateral vessels. On angiography, these look like a