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Patient guides on brain aneurysms, stroke, spine conditions, and neurological emergencies: what a diagnosis means, when to seek emergency care, and how to prepare for your consultation. They do not replace a medical assessment.

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Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Vascular and endovascular neurosurgery in Mexico City

Professional license as a physician and surgeon: 10033165 · Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila
Neurosurgery specialty license: 12777210 · UNAM
Professional license in neurological endovascular therapy: 14891220 · UNAM
Neurosurgery certification: Mexican Council of Neurological Surgery · valid through February 2027
Certification in Neurological Endovascular Therapy: Mexican Council of Neurological Surgery · certificate TEN-53 · valid through March 2030

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General information. Does not replace a medical consultation. In a neurological emergency, go to an emergency department.

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Brain Aneurysms
Consultation and Second Opinion
Treatment Decisions
Stroke and Emergencies
Vascular malformations
Recovery and Family

Consultation and Second Opinion

What is the difference between a neurologist, a vascular neurosurgeon, and an endovascular specialist?

What each specialist does for cerebrovascular diseases, how they work together on diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up, and what to ask at your consultation.

Oct 10, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Brain Aneurysms

My scan says infundibulum or possible aneurysm: how can this be clarified?

What it means when your scan report says infundibulum or possible aneurysm, why the original images matter, and which tests may clarify the question.

Oct 9, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Treatment Decisions

I have allergies or kidney problems: What should I report before an angiogram?

If you’ve had reactions to contrast or have kidney problems or diabetes, learn what medical history, tests, and medications to report before an angiogram.

Oct 8, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Recovery and Family

My family member is more distracted after a stroke: how should we bring it up at a follow-up?

How to describe changes in attention, memory, or planning to the care team after a stroke: examples, keeping a log at home, and when to call 911.

Oct 7, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Vascular malformations

Why might an AVM require embolization in several sessions?

Why a cerebral AVM may be embolized in several sessions: size, feeding arteries, and its complementary role. What to ask your care team.

Oct 6, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Stroke and Emergencies

What tests may be done in the emergency department when a stroke is suspected?

When a stroke is suspected, the emergency department performs a neurological exam, CT scan, blood tests, and an electrocardiogram to distinguish bleeding from a blockage.

Oct 5, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Brain Aneurysms

My aneurysm grew between two studies: What should I ask?

If a report says your cerebral aneurysm has grown, find out what to ask about comparing studies, which images to bring, and what may change in your plan.

Oct 4, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Treatment Decisions

What is the difference between CT angiography, MR angiography, and cerebral angiography?

How CT angiography, MR angiography, and cerebral angiography differ: how they are performed, the contrast materials they use, their advantages and limitations, and what to tell your care team.

Oct 3, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Recovery and Family

What should I ask about the wound or puncture site before going home?

What to ask about the surgical wound or puncture site before discharge: washing, bandage, stitches, restrictions, and signs that mean you should call your care team or 911.

Oct 2, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Brain Aneurysms

I was diagnosed with several brain aneurysms: Are they all treated the same?

With more than one brain aneurysm, each lesion is evaluated separately based on its size, shape, and location. Learn how the plan is organized and what to ask.

Oct 1, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Vascular malformations

How do you choose between surgery, embolization, and radiosurgery for an AVM?

What each treatment for a cerebral AVM does, which factors influence the decision, when treatments are combined, their limitations, and what to ask the care team.

Sep 30, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez

Stroke and Emergencies

I woke up with weakness or difficulty speaking: what should I do?

Waking up with weakness or difficulty speaking could mean you are having a stroke: call 911. Learn what to look for, why it matters when you were last well, and what happens in the emergency department.

Sep 29, 2026 · Dr. Martin Roberto Casas Martínez