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Moyamoya Diagnosis

Diagnosis

Based on the patients' symptoms and history, the physician may order one or all of these tests before making a decision about treatment.

  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Cerebral angiogram
  • MRI/Nova
  • Xenon CT scans
  • Neuropsychological assessment—As part of the presurgical diagnostic process, an evaluation of mental abilities (such as memory) is performed. These abilities can be affected by moyamoya disease. The evaluation, which consists of paper and pencil tests and questions, provides a baseline and provides the team information about how the brain is functioning.

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Clinical Trials

Clinical trials are research studies that evaluate a new medical approach, device, drug, or other treatment. As a Stanford Health Care patient, you may have access to the latest, advanced clinical trials.

Open trials refer to studies currently accepting participants. Closed trials are not currently enrolling, but may open in the future.

Closed Trials

Cerebrovascular Program

Our cerebrovascular specialists are known worldwide for their expertise in the intricate diagnosis and treatment of blood vessel conditions affecting the brain. From diagnosis through follow-up care, we anticipate your long-term health needs, providing timely treatment with a focus on treating the whole person. 

Cerebrovascular Program
213 Quarry Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Phone: 650-723-6469
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