Dural sinus thrombosis endovascular therapy

Dural sinus thrombosis is a relatively rare, but potentially devastating di sease. The problem occurs when there is extensive thrombosis of the intracr anial dural sinuses, the outflow channels of venous blood from the brain. I f recanalization does not occur, venous hypertension can lead to cerebral e dema, infarction, and hemorrhage. Treatment of this disease usually involve s anticoagulants, but with mixed results. Endovascular approaches using dir ect infusion of thrombolytic drugs into the occluded sinuses may result in excellent recanalization and improved patient outcomes.