The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical analysis of blood
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- indicators blood coagulation
- neurological examination
- functionality x-ray
- CT/MRI scan
- neuropsychological tests (on indications):
- ENMG (electroneuromyography)
- EEG (electroencephalography)
- SEPs (somatosensory evoked potentials)
- VEPs (visually evoked potentials)
- BAEP tests (brainstem auditory evoked potential)
- preoperative care
- treatment of the cavernoma with coiling
- 1-day intensive care unit stay
- postoperative MRI control
- symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- full hospital accommodation
- developing of further guidance
Required documents
- Medical records
- MRI/CT scan (if available)
- MR/CT-angiography (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Adult and Pediatric Neuroradiology at the University Hospital Heidelberg offers the full range of radiological diagnostics and imaging-guided treatment diseases of the nervous system (brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves). The department is equipped with state-of-the-art CT and MRI systems, which allow performing high-precision diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including examinations of the nerve functions and metabolic processes in the brain. The department is headed by Prof. Dr. med. Martin Bendszus.
The service range of the department includes:
- Diagnostics and treatment of stroke
- Diagnostics and treatment of cerebral aneurysms
- Diagnostics and treatment of cerebral vascular stenosis
- Diagnostics and treatment of arteriovenous malformations
- Diagnostics and treatment of dural arteriovenous fistulas
- Diagnostics and treatment of vascular malformations in the head and neck
- Diagnostics and treatment of inflammatory diseases of the nervous system
- Myelography (X-ray examination of the spinal cord liquor-conducting pathways)
- MR neurography
- Fetal MRI of the brain
- Diffusion MRI
- Perfusion MRI
- MR spectroscopy
- Neuroradiological MRI diagnostics in children to identify developmental disorders (brain and spinal cord malformations, hypoxia, metabolic and growth disorders), headaches and tumors
- Other medical services
Curriculum vitae
- 1988 -1995 Study of Medicine, University of Bonn.
- 1995 Medical Degree at the University of Bonn.
- 2002 Habilitation at the University of Würzburg.
Professional Career
- 1995 - 1996 Intern, Department of Neurosurgery, University of Bonn.
- 1996 Assistant Physician in the Department of Neuroradiology, University of Würzburg.
- 2001 Consultant in Diagnostic Radiology.
- 2001 Consultant in Neuroradiology.
- 2002 Appointed as a Senior Lecturer in Neuroradiology.
- 2003 - 2007 Professorship for Neuroimaging at the University of Würzburg.
- Since 11/07, Head of the Department of Adult and Pediatric Neuroradiology, University Hospital Heidelberg.
Awards and Honors
- 1998 Scholar of the 16th Symposium Neuroradiologicum, Philadelphia, USA.
- 2000 Kurt Decker Award of the German Society of Neuroradiology.
- 2001 Award of Excellence of the German Society of Neuroradiology.
- 2003 Jubilee Scholarship of the University of Würzburg.
- 2003 Research Award of the German Society for Neuromuscular Diseases.
- 2003 and 2005 Innovation Award in Interventional Neuroradiology, German Society of Neuroradiology.
- 2005 Holthusen Ring of the German Society of Radiology.
- 2005 Lucien Appel Reward of the European Society of Neuroradiology.
- 2006 Coolidge Award.
- 2008 Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen Award of the German Society of Radiology.
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About hospital
According to Focus magazine, the University Hospital Heidelberg ranks among the top five hospitals in Germany!
The hospital is one of the most advanced and reputable medical institutions not only in Germany but throughout Europe. There are more than 43 specialized departments and 13 medical institutes which cover all fields of modern medicine. A distinctive feature of the hospital is the presence of unique therapeutic methods for the treatment of complex and rare clinical cases.
Due to successful clinical practice, the hospital has been holding leading positions in the international medical arena for many years. The basis for this popularity is the combination of the very latest technologies, competent specialists, and active research activities, which allows introducing of revolutionary diagnostic and treatment methods, which save lives.
In addition to the outstanding medical achievements, it is worth noting a particularly friendly and pleasant atmosphere, and respectful attitude towards the patient. Both doctors and nursing staff make every effort to meet all the needs and wishes of the patient, pay due attention to each clinical case, and have personal communication with the patient, which contributes to a positive treatment result.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the University Hospital Heidelberg live in comfortable single and double rooms designed in bright colors. Each room is equipped with an ensuite bathroom with a shower and toilet. The patient rooms are quite spacious, they have a table with chairs for receiving visitors. Roomy wardrobes are provided for storing personal belongings. It is possible to connect to the Internet. In addition, the hospital offers enhanced-comfort rooms with a safe, refrigerator, and upholstered furniture. Patients have 24-hour access to the services of medical personnel.
Meals and Menus
The patient and his accompanying person have a daily choice of three menus. If you for some reason do not eat all the products, you will be offered an individual menu. Please inform the medical staff about your dietary preferences prior to the treatment.
Further details
Standard rooms include:
Religion
The religious services are available upon request.
Accompanying person
During the inpatient program, an accompanying person may stay with you in a room or hotel of your choice.
Hotel
During the outpatient program, you may live in a hotel of your choice. The managers will help you choose the most suitable options.
The hospital offers a full range of laboratory tests (general, hormonal, tests for infections, antibodies, tumor markers, etc.), genetic tests, various modifications of ultrasound scans, CT scans, MRI and PET / CT, angiography, myelography, biopsy and other examinations. Treatment with medications, endoscopic and robotic operations, stereotaxic interventions is carried out here, modern types of radiation therapy are also used. The hospital offers patients all the necessary therapeutic techniques.
- Endovascular treatment of liver pathologies with LigaSureTM, Ultracision® and Habib®-Sealer devices
- Correction of chest deformities in children (Nass operation)
- Minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass grafting
- Replacement of ascending aorta (David procedure)
- Operations using the da Vinci robotic system
These are primary lung tumors and metastases in the lungs, benign and malignant liver pathologies, thyroid pathologies, gastroesophageal reflux disease, heart rhythm disturbances and heart failure, infertility, fibromyalgia, damages and pathologies of large joints, polyneuropathy and other diseases.
- Thoracic surgery
- Cardiac surgery
- Urology
- Orthopedics and traumatology
- Obstetrics and gynecology
The hospital's team consists of more than 13,000 highly qualified employees