Endovascular treatment of middle cerebral artery aneurysms with flow modification with the use of the pipeline embolization device.

ABSTRACT:

Background and purpose

The Pipeline Embolization Device was reported to be safe and effective in the treatment of sidewall aneurysms, preserving the patency of the vessels covered by the construct. However, to date, the safety and efficacy of this device in treating bifurcation aneurysms remains unknown. We report our preliminary experience with the use of the Pipeline Embolization Device in the management of MCA aneurysms located at the bifurcations, including mid- and long-term follow-up data.

Materials and methods

Wide-neck MCA aneurysms, which give rise to a bifurcating or distal branch in which other endovascular techniques are thought to be unfeasible or more risky, were included. Data including demographics, aneurysm features, antiplatelet therapy, complications, and

SUBMITTER: Yavuz K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7964741 | biostudies-literature | 2014 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature