In a medical facility in Odesa, doctors performed a groundbreaking surgery that saved the life of a stroke patient.
According to Alexander Skrypka, head of the interventional radiology department, this was one of the most complex cases - affecting the brainstem. The basilar artery was nearly completely blocked by an atherosclerotic plaque. Such strokes are among the most dangerous, and without immediate medical assistance, the chances of survival are minimal.
The specialists decided to operate and perform angioplasty on the artery. Hospital No. 10 has experience with this treatment method in cardiology for coronary artery atherosclerosis, but applying it to cerebral vessels is an innovative technology in Ukraine.
The operation lasted about 60 minutes. The narrowed artery was widened using a special balloon, followed by a drug-coated balloon.
For complete recovery, the patient will face rehabilitation. However, she is already speaking, moving, and has every chance of returning to a normal life.
Hospital No. 10 has its own angiograph, and the city government continuously equips the hospital with the latest technology. This enables healthcare professionals to implement modern treatment methods, save lives, and maintain the health of patients.
