MR evaluation of neurovascular conflict

Sudipta Saha, Sumit Chakraborty, Surojit Das, Avik Sarkar, Akash Mukherjee

Abstract


Nerve root compression by vascular structures is a common etiological factor for facial neuralgias. The precise diagnosis of this neurovascular compression or conflict (NVC) is important for selecting a therapeutic strategy. In this case series we have tried discuss this aspect of NVC.

Key words: Neurovascular conflict(NVC), Root entry zone (REZ), MRI, Trigeminal neuralgia, Cerebellopontine angle(CPA)


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