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MMA Embolization for Subdural Hematoma: The Mount Sinai Experience

While using a burr hole is the gold standard for surgical evacuation of a subdural hematoma, a recurrence rate of up to 33 percent after surgical intervention has been reported in patients. Interventional neurologist Shahram Majidi, MD, explains how middle meningeal artery embolization (MMAE) has emerged as a promising treatment modality for patients with chronic subdural hematoma and presents cases from Mount Sinai where this technique was applied.

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Background on subdural hematoma and current treatment/management options
Method for collecting data on the use of MMAE to treat subdural hematomas at Mount Sinai
Results of Mount Sinai’s trial
What the trial means for treatment of subdural hematomas in the future
Q&A/Discussion


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Shahram Majidi, MD.

Shahram Majidi, MD

Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, Neurology, and Radiology
Director of Cerebrovascular Services, Mount Sinai Brooklyn
Mount Sinai Health System

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