Multiple sclerosis and chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency: A critical review

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Abstract

Chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency (CCSVI) was recently proposed as a contributing factor in the pathology of multiple sclerosis. This concept has gained remarkable attention, partly because endovascular neurointervention has been suggested as a treatment strategy. This review summarizes available evidence and provides a critical analysis of the published data. Currently, there is inconclusive evidence to support CCSVI as an etiological factor in patients with multiple sclerosis. Endovascular procedures should not be undertaken outside of controlled clinical trials.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)231-235
Number of pages5
JournalTherapeutic Advances in Neurological Disorders
Volume4
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 2011

Keywords

  • chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency
  • multiple sclerosis

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pharmacology
  • Neurology
  • Clinical Neurology

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