ScienceSeptember 1, 2026

neuroradiology

NOO-roh-ray-dee-OL-uh-jee

Definition

A medical subspecialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of brain, spinal cord, and head and neck diseases using advanced imaging techniques.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'neuron' (nerve) combined with 'radiology', which itself stems from the Latin 'radius' (ray) and the Greek suffix '-logia' (study of). It entered medical terminology in the 20th century as imaging technology advanced to allow for the study of nervous system structures.

In the news

The article mentions Dr. Naoki Kaneko as an expert in interventional neuroradiology, highlighting his specialized work in developing new treatment options for complex brain aneurysms.

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