We provide treatment for Moyamoya disease, a rare disease that is prevalent in East Asia. We perform approximately 60 bypass surgeries annually for this condition (2023 data), demonstrating our extensive experience.

Moyamoya disease is a rare, idiopathic disease prevalent in East Asia. Since its inception, our center has been performing bypass surgeries for Moyamoya disease and is often regarded as a leading institution for its treatment. In addition to providing treatment, we also conduct research on the disease’s pathology and the development of new therapeutic methods.

Program details

Moyamoya disease is a rare, idiopathic disease prevalent in East Asia, characterized by the narrowing of cerebral vessels from childhood to adulthood, leading to cerebral infarction, or brain hemorrhage due to excessive pressure on the remaining small cerebral vessels.

Since its establishment, our center has been performing bypass surgeries for Moyamoya disease, treating approximately 60 cases in fiscal year 2023.

In addition to treatment, we conduct extensive research within the center to understand the pathology of Moyamoya disease and to develop new therapeutic methods. We also lead multi-center collaborative research as part of a Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare research group.

Providing Medical Institution

National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center (NCVC)

〒564-8565
6-1 Kishibeshinmachi, Suita, Osaka

Google Map https://www.ncvc.go.jp/

Specialty

・Specializes in both cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, with a comprehensive approach that includes prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and the development of innovative therapies.
・Offers a wide range of advanced health screening programs, including the Advanced Cardiovascular Health Screening Program, designed for the early detection of cardiovascular diseases.
・Provides highly specialized care in areas such as ventricular assist devices (VADs) and heart transplantation, stroke, lifestyle-related diseases, pediatric cardiovascular disorders, obstetrics and gynecology, and preventive health screening.
National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center – Advancing Cardiovascular Medicine

The National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center (NCVC) is Japan's leading national center dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and research of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

The hospital's five core principles are:

1.To provide model cardiovascular care and world-leading advanced medical treatment.
2.To deliver safe, high-quality healthcare based on transparency and the highest ethical standards.
3.To promote cutting-edge cardiovascular research through close integration of the hospital and research institute.
4.To educate and develop specialists and future leaders in cardiovascular medicine.
5.To foster a workplace where all staff can work with pride, purpose, and professional fulfillment.

In the era of the 100-year lifespan, NCVC places patients' values at the center of care. Through a multidisciplinary team approach, it provides comprehensive cardiovascular care throughout every stage of life—from disease prevention and acute treatment to rehabilitation and long-term health management.