The Journal of NeuroInterventional Surgery (JNIS) Podcast is your source for a comprehensive look at the latest scientific research and literature in the field of neurointerventional surgery. Hosted by Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Michael Chen, each episode features in-depth interviews with authors and leading experts. Stay informed on the latest neurointerventional techniques for the treatment of a range of neurological and vascular problems including stroke, aneurysms, brain tumours, and spinal disorders. Subscribe here or listen on your favourite podcast platform. JNIS - jnis.bmj.com - is published by BMJ on behalf of the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery. * The purpose of this...
Latest episodes
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37 min
CSF-Venous Fistulas: a practical guide for interventionalists
Diagnosing and managing cerebrospinal fluid-venous fistulas (CSFs) requires navigating complex venous anatomy and nuanced imaging techniques. In this episode, JNIS Editor-in-Chief,…
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24 min
AI in neurointerventional surgery: evaluating LLMs decision-making capabilities in acute stroke triage
Large language models (LLMs) are moving beyond simple data extraction to complex, guideline-based triage in emergency stroke care. In this episode, JNIS Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Michae…
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22 min
Super large bore catheters in stroke thrombectomy: a systematic review
Evaluating device performance, safety, and procedural efficacy remains essential as mechanical thrombectomy technology for large vessel occlusion (LVO) rapidly evolves. In this epi…
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23 min
Combined delivery catheters vs. traditional aspiration in stroke thrombectomy
Optimising mechanical thrombectomy speed and efficiency remains a primary focus in acute ischemic stroke management. In this episode, JNIS Editor, Dr. Michael Chen, talks with Dr.…
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26 min
Endovascular shunting for normal pressure hydrocephalus: safety trial insights with Professor Adel Malek
Evaluating the 90-day safety and technical feasibility of a percutaneous transvenous approach represents a critical milestone for routing cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) – the clear liqu…
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21 min
Reperfusion grade and outcomes in the ESCAPE-MeVO Trial
Achieving near-complete reperfusion in medium vessel occlusions (MeVO) is linked to smaller final infarct volumes. However, this did not translate into a statistically significant…
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23 min
Reducing opioid use after aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage: the role of MMA infusion
Headache affects up to 90% of patients following aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH), often requiring high-dose opioids that can complicate neurological monitoring. In this e…
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16 min
A brain-sparing endovascular technique for aqueductal stenosis
Can aqueductal stenosis be treated through a minimally invasive endovascular approach without transgressing brain parenchyma? In this episode, JNIS Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Michael Che…
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20 min
Unseen wounds: the psychological toll of complications
Medical professionals can oftentimes fall under the category of "second victims", as they experience burnout and moral injury from the impacts of their work. Over the course of a n…
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28 min
MMA Embolization: shifting the standard for chronic subdural hematoma
. Dr Donald Heck (1) and Dr Peter Kan (2) join JNIS Editor-in-Chief Dr. Michael Chen to discuss the commentary “Middle meningeal artery embolization in the routine care of chronic…
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21 min
Non-invasive imaging for pulsatile tinnitus: a diagnostic algorithm
Pulsatile tinnitus — the perception of a rhythmic sound in sync with the heartbeat — can be a key indicator of underlying vascular or structural pathology. In this episode, JNIS ne…
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16 min
Long-term clinical outcomes of the SCENT trial
In the SCENT trial, researchers investigated the effects of the Surpass flow diverter system for treating wide-necked aneurysms. Five-year results of this trial have recently been…
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13 min
Evaluating socioeconomic influences on aneurysm treatment with the Area Deprivation Index
High risk factors for stroke such as smoking and blood pressure are not equally represented throughout the patient population. These are just two of the socioeconomic influences on…
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18 min
The River study: a novel venous sinus stent for the treatment of idiopathic intracranial hypertension
The "River" stent is a novel stent designed specifically to account for the anatomical and procedural requirements of venous sinus stenosis. A multicentre study of the device's saf…
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22 min
Impacts of prolonged intracranial catheter dwell time
Observations from practice and data analysis have shown that the duration of mechanical thrombectomy procedures are a strong predictor of outcome even with successful procedures. A…
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16 min
Reviewing dual anti-platelet therapy durations after stent-assisted coiling
The use of assistive devices when treating unruptured aneurysms is widespread in neurointerventional practice. But there is no standard for how long patients should receive dual an…
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17 min
National trends in catheter angiography and cerebrovascular imaging
There has been a large increase in the number of non-invasive neurovascular studies performed in the last decade, particularly CT angiograms and MR angiograms. What has this meant…
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22 min
Malpractice claims and complaints in Neurointervention
Although many U.S. neurointerventionalists report at least one stressful malpractice claim over their career, the majority conclude without any court proceedings or direct repercus…
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20 min
’L-stenting’ for wide-neck bifurcation aneurysms
Single-stent assisted coiling techniques such as ‘L-stenting’ are an alternative to intrasaccular devices for wide-neck bifurcation aneurysms. In this episode, Aliya Siddiqui¹ and…
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18 min
Neuropsychiatric consequences of aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage
Patients with good motor function outcomes after aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage treatment may still be left with neuropsychiatric effects. They can suffer from such difficult c…