Iranian hospital pioneers non-invasive brain angiography with cutting-edge tech

Tehran’s Baqiyatallah Hospital uses advanced system to treat vascular blockages without surgery

TEHRAN, Iran (MNTV) — Baqiyatallah Hospital in Iran’s Tehran has adopted a state-of-the-art angiography system that enables doctors to treat vascular blockages in the brain without opening the skull. 

The angiography system offers a safer and less invasive option for patients who may not be eligible for traditional surgery, according to Mehr News.

The hospital’s new technology, known as the “Artis Q,” is the third angiography device in its facility. 

Unlike conventional methods requiring anesthesia and surgical intervention, the Artis Q system allows precise, minimally invasive procedures to address cerebrovascular conditions, particularly in elderly patients or those with medical complications that preclude open surgery.

The device’s advanced capabilities have significantly enhanced the hospital’s treatment outcomes. 

Equipped with large 56-inch monitors—an upgrade from earlier 14-inch displays—the floor-mounted system offers high flexibility and better visualization during procedures.

Mahrou Taherpour, head of the Cardiac Angiography and Post-Cath Unit at Baqiyatallah Hospital, explained that while angiography was traditionally used for heart-related procedures, the new device expands the scope to include brain, leg, and abdominal vessel treatments.

“In the past, we had to perform open surgery to treat blocked brain vessels,” Taherpour told Press TV. “Now, thanks to this new technology, we can treat these conditions without opening the skull, ensuring faster recovery and reduced risk.”

The Artis Q is particularly suited for non-cardiac interventions, including treatments for abdominal aortic aneurysms, leg artery blockages, and acute strokes. 

The hospital’s adoption of the system marks a notable advancement in Iran’s medical sector, offering patients access to safer and more efficient vascular treatments.