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Zhang L, Su H, Yu J. Case report: Endovascular coil embolization of an aneurysm at the origin of the accessory middle cerebral artery from the A1 segment as the collateral artery to twigs. Front Neurol 2023; 14:1078173. [PMID: 37153660 PMCID: PMC10157198 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2023.1078173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2022] [Accepted: 03/27/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023] Open
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An aneurysm at the origin of the accessory middle cerebral artery (AccMCA) from the A1 segment of the anterior cerebral artery (ACA) as the supplying artery of a twig-like MCA is exceptional. In this study, we reported on such a case and presented a review of the relevant literature. A 56-year-old male suffered a subarachnoid hemorrhage. Digital subtraction angiography confirmed a twig-like MCA and a ruptured aneurysm at the origin of the AccMCA. Endovascular coil embolization of the aneurysm was performed. After the microcatheter was positioned in the aneurysm, soft coils were delivered to complete the embolization. Postoperatively, the patient recovered uneventfully. One month later, the patient returned to his job without any neurological deficits. Postoperative computed tomography at the 3-month follow-up showed that the brain tissue was normal. By reporting our case and reviewing the relevant literature, we found that endovascular coil embolization for such aneurysms at the AccMCA origin is feasible in certain cases.
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- Lei Zhang
- Department of Neurosurgery, Daqing Oilfield General Hospital, Daqing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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Endovascular treatment for aneurysms at the A1 segment of the anterior cerebral artery: current difficulties and solutions. Acta Neurol Belg 2021; 121:55-69. [PMID: 33108602 DOI: 10.1007/s13760-020-01526-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2020] [Accepted: 10/08/2020] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Aneurysms located at the A1 segment of the anterior cerebral artery are considered rare and unique entities. Endovascular treatment (EVT) is effective in preventing aneurysmal bleeding. However, EVT for A1 aneurysms is difficult due to their distinctive configurations. A current review of EVT for A1 aneurysms is lacking. Therefore, we focused on the available literature on this specific issue. To more clearly expound this entity, we also provided some illustrative cases. The A1 segment can be equally divided into the proximal, middle, and distal segments. Proximal aneurysms are most common and difficult to treat via EVT. The A1 segment has a complex anatomy and many important branches. Due to the small size, predominant posterior direction, and sharp upturn of the microcatheter from the parent artery, microcatheter positioning and support is difficult for A1 aneurysms. EVT for A1 aneurysms mainly includes reconstructive and deconstructive strategies. The complications of EVT for A1 aneurysms include aneurysmal perforation, thromboembolic events, and coil protrusion related to stent-assisted embolization. A1 aneurysms represent rare and difficult vascular lesions. EVT is quite challenging for A1 aneurysms due to their distinctive configurations. The outcomes are acceptable.
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Hou K, Xu K, Liu H, Li G, Yu J. The Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Considerations for Intracranial Aneurysms Associated With Middle Cerebral Artery Anomalies: A Systematic Review. Front Neurol 2020; 11:564797. [PMID: 33193002 PMCID: PMC7654337 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2020.564797] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2020] [Accepted: 09/10/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background: As a result of their low incidence, most of the studies on intracranial aneurysms associated with middle cerebral artery (MCA) anomalies were presented as case reports or small case series. No systematic review on this specific entity has been conducted. Methods: A PubMed search of the published studies was performed on April 6th, 2019 for patients who had intracranial aneurysms associated with MCA anomalies. The languages included in this study were English, Chinese, and Japanese. Results: Finally, 58 articles reporting of 67 patients including 1 case in our center were included. The identified patients (37 females, 55.2%) aged from 4 to 81 (49.85 ± 15.22) years old. 50 (50/67, 74.6%) patients presented with hemorrhagic stroke either from the MCA anomalies associated aneurysms or other sources. 63 aneurysms (63/67, 94.0%) were saccular, 3 (4.5%) were dissecting or fusiform, and 1 (1.5%) was pseudoaneurysm. 32 (32/65, 49.2%) patients had other concurrent cerebrovascular anomalies. 56 (83.6%) patients underwent open surgeries, 8 (11.9%) patients underwent endovascular treatment, and 3 (4.5%) patients were conservatively managed. 56 (56/61, 91.8%) patients achieved a good recovery. Conclusions: The pathophysiological genesis of intracranial aneurysms associated with MCA anomalies is still obscure. The inflicted patients tend to have other concurrent cerebrovascular anomalies, which denotes that congenital defect in cerebrovascular development might play a role in this process. Most of the affected patients could experience a good recovery after treatment.
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- Kun Hou
- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Neurology, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Neurology, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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Li K, Guo Y, Qu L, Xu B, Xu K, Yu J. Hybrid surgery for an arteriovenous malformation fed by an accessory middle cerebral artery and drained by a developmental venous anomaly: A case report and literature review. Exp Ther Med 2018; 16:1994-2000. [PMID: 30186430 PMCID: PMC6122327 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2018.6372] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2018] [Accepted: 06/21/2018] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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An accessory middle cerebral artery (AMCA), which mainly acts in the collateral circulation of the middle cerebral artery (MCA), is a rare anatomic malformation. Similar to other intracranial vessels, cerebrovascular disease can occur in the AMCA. However, the development of an arteriovenous malformation (AVM) in the AMCA is very rare, especially in conjuction with developmental venous anomalies (DVAs). Here, a rare case of an AMCA combined with an AVM and a DVA was reported. The patient was a 47-year-old female with intracranial hemorrhage at symptom onset. CT and MRI showed lesions in the left Sylvian fissure and insula accompanied by hemorrhage. DSA suggested a left AMCA; an AVM of the AMCA was located in the deep Sylvian fissure. The AVM was diffusely developed and drained into the DVA. The operation was performed in a hybrid operating room. The major feeding artery of the AVM, which was derived from the AMCA, was clipped, then the AVM and DVA were subsequently removed. Intraoperative DSA showed that the AVM and DVA were radically removed. A pathological examination confirmed the presence of an AVM. The patient recovered well and was discharged. Therefore, as highlighted in this case report, rare AVMs can be found in AMCAs and can even occur simultaneously with a DVA. Hybrid surgical treatment can be used to remove AVMs and can lead to an improved prognosis.
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- Kailing Li
- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130021, P.R. China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130021, P.R. China
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- Department of Pathology, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130021, P.R. China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130021, P.R. China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130021, P.R. China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130021, P.R. China
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Kheyreddin AS, Filatov YM, Kaftanov AN, Sazonov IA, Bukharin EY, Dmitriev AV. [Rupture of a giant aneurysm of the accessory middle cerebral artery: a case report and a literature review]. ZHURNAL VOPROSY NEĬROKHIRURGII IMENI N. N. BURDENKO 2018; 81:103-107. [PMID: 29393293 DOI: 10.17116/neiro2017816103-107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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The accessory middle cerebral artery is a rare congenital vascular abnormality. The international literature has reported cases of accessory MCA aneurysms. In this article, we describe a case of rupture of a giant partially thrombosed aneurysm of the accessory MCA. This case is of great interest due to rarity of the pathology and associated diagnostic errors.
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- A S Kheyreddin
- Burdenko Neurosurgical Institute, Moscow, Russia, 125047
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- Burdenko Neurosurgical Institute, Moscow, Russia, 125047
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- Burdenko Neurosurgical Institute, Moscow, Russia, 125047
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- Burdenko Neurosurgical Institute, Moscow, Russia, 125047
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- Burdenko Neurosurgical Institute, Moscow, Russia, 125047
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- Burdenko Neurosurgical Institute, Moscow, Russia, 125047
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Nomura M, Tamase A, Kamide T, Mori K, Seki S, Iida Y. Accessory middle cerebral artery associated with an unruptured aneurysm at its origin. Surg Neurol Int 2015; 6:S421-3. [PMID: 26539314 PMCID: PMC4597300 DOI: 10.4103/2152-7806.166179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2015] [Accepted: 06/17/2015] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND An aneurysm originating from the junction of the A1 segment of the anterior cerebral artery and accessory middle cerebral artery (Acc-MCA) is markedly rare. We report a rare case of an Acc-MCA aneurysm, and discuss the clinical course and management of this rare condition. CASE DESCRIPTION A 64-year-old man with a past history of cerebral infarction was revealed to have a left Acc-MCA and an aneurysm at its origin. The aneurysm was clipped via a transsylvian approach. Due to its location and projectile direction, the neck of the aneurysm was left partially unclipped. CONCLUSION Although an Acc-MCA aneurysm is very rare, it has a potential risk of rupture. Therefore, radical treatment is necessary for such aneurysms.
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- Motohiro Nomura
- Department of Neurosurgery, Yokohama Sakae Kyosai Hospital, 132 Katsura-cho, Sakae-ku, Yokohama 247-8581, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yokohama Sakae Kyosai Hospital, 132 Katsura-cho, Sakae-ku, Yokohama 247-8581, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yokohama Sakae Kyosai Hospital, 132 Katsura-cho, Sakae-ku, Yokohama 247-8581, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yokohama Sakae Kyosai Hospital, 132 Katsura-cho, Sakae-ku, Yokohama 247-8581, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yokohama Sakae Kyosai Hospital, 132 Katsura-cho, Sakae-ku, Yokohama 247-8581, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yokohama Sakae Kyosai Hospital, 132 Katsura-cho, Sakae-ku, Yokohama 247-8581, Japan
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Noguchi K, Aoki T, Komaki S, Takeuchi Y, Hirohata M, Morioka M. Unusual hemodynamic stroke related to an accessory middle cerebral artery: The usefulness of fusion images from three-dimensional angiography. Surg Neurol Int 2014; 5:26. [PMID: 24778914 PMCID: PMC3994683 DOI: 10.4103/2152-7806.127890] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2013] [Accepted: 01/24/2014] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Ischemic stroke associated with an anomaly of the middle cerebral artery (MCA) is a rare occurrence. The diagnosis is very difficult when there are steno-occlusive lesions associated with an accessory middle cerebral artery (AMCA). CASE DESCRIPTION A 77-year-old female with hypertension and hyperlipidemia experienced repeated transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) of motor aphasia and dysarthria. Although angiography showed only left intracranial occlusion, the fusion images of three-dimensional digital subtraction angiography (3-D DSA) showed complex steno-occlusive lesions and an AMCA related with the TIA. The cerebral blood flow (CBF) to the left frontal lobe was supplied by the AMCA, via the anterior communicating artery from the right internal carotid artery. The left temporal and parietal lobes were supplied by the stenotic MCA, via the left posterior communicating artery from the left posterior cerebral artery. Single-photon emission computed tomography showed a marked decrease in CBF to both the left frontal and temporal lobes. A left superficial temporal artery (STA)-to-left MCA double anastomosis was performed, in which each branch of the STA supplied branches of the AMCA and MCA. CONCLUSION This is the first reported case of ischemic stroke in a patient with an AMCA. The exact diagnosis could be made only by using fusion images of 3-D DSA, which were useful for understanding the complicated CBF pattern and for the choice of recipient artery in bypass surgery.
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- Kei Noguchi
- Department of Neurosurgery, Kurume University School of Medicine, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kurume University School of Medicine, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kurume University School of Medicine, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kurume University School of Medicine, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kurume University School of Medicine, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kurume University School of Medicine, Fukuoka, Japan
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LaBorde DV, Mason AM, Riley J, Dion JE, Barrow DL. Aneurysm of a duplicate middle cerebral artery. World Neurosurg 2011; 77:201.e1-4. [PMID: 22405396 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2011.03.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2010] [Revised: 09/16/2010] [Accepted: 03/29/2011] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Anatomic middle cerebral artery (MCA) anomalies are rare, but each of the described variants (eg, duplicate, fenestrated, accessory) can be of clinical significance. CASE DESCRIPTION A 34-year-old man with a history of left hemispheric stroke was found to have an aberrant, early-arising duplicate left M1 segment of the MCA with an associated asymptomatic fusiform aneurysm. The patient was treated with a superficial temporal artery (STA) to distal MCA bypass followed by surgical trapping of the aneurysm. RESULTS Intraoperative and follow-up angiography performed postoperatively at 3 months showed complete isolation of the aneurysm from the circulation and patency of the bypass graft. The postoperative course was uneventful with the exception of a craniotomy flap infection, which was effectively managed with intravenous antibiotics, flap removal, and subsequent use of a fabricated replacement. CONCLUSIONS This rare case is presented and used as a framework for a brief discussion of the literature regarding both variant MCA anatomy and treatment considerations for these anomalies when associated with an aneurysm.
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- David V LaBorde
- Department of Neurosurgery, Division of Interventional Neuroradiology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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Wakabayashi Y, Hori Y, Kondoh Y, Asano T, Yamada A, Kenai H, Yamashita M, Nagatomi H. Ruptured anterior cerebral artery aneurysm at the origin of the accessory middle cerebral artery. Neurol Med Chir (Tokyo) 2011; 51:645-8. [PMID: 21946729 DOI: 10.2176/nmc.51.645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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A 36-year-old female patient was admitted to our hospital with a rare case of aneurysm at the origin of the accessory middle cerebral artery (MCA) manifesting as severe headache and vomiting. Neurological examination did not detect any abnormalities or consciousness disturbance. Computed tomography demonstrated diffuse subarachnoid hemorrhage. Magnetic resonance angiography showed an aneurysm in the horizontal portion of the left anterior cerebral artery (A(1)). Digital subtraction angiography and three-dimensional digital subtraction angiography demonstrated a saccular aneurysm originating at the junction of the left A(1) and accessory MCA. Another accessory MCA originated at the proximal portion of the left A(2) without an aneurysm. Two accessory MCAs were found on the left. Neck clipping was performed via a left pterional approach. One month after admission, she was discharged without neurological deficits.
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Lee IH, Jeon P, Kim KH, Byun HS, Kim HJ, Kim ST, Kim JS. Endovascular treatment of a ruptured accessory middle cerebral artery aneurysm. J Clin Neurosci 2010; 17:383-4. [PMID: 20074969 DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2009.02.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2009] [Revised: 02/14/2009] [Accepted: 02/17/2009] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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A 51-year-old female presented with bilateral accessory middle cerebral arteries (MCA) with associated ruptured aneurysm manifesting as a subarachnoid hemorrhage. Angiography demonstrated the bilateral accessory MCA and associated ruptured aneurysm at the junction of the left anterior cerebral artery and left accessory MCA. This was successfully treated by coil embolization. Magnetic resonance angiography obtained 6 months later revealed no evidence of residual or recurring aneurysm.
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- In Ho Lee
- Department of Radiology and Center for Imaging Science, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, 50, Ilwon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-710, Korea
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Kang DH, Park J, Park SH, Hamm IS. Saccular aneurysm at the anterior communicating artery complex associated with an accessory middle cerebral artery : report of two cases and review of the literature. J Korean Neurosurg Soc 2010; 46:568-71. [PMID: 20062574 DOI: 10.3340/jkns.2009.46.6.568] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2009] [Revised: 03/05/2009] [Accepted: 10/26/2009] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Accessory middle cerebral artery (MCA) is an infrequent vascular anomaly of the brain. Cerebral aneurysms associated with this anomalous artery are also very rare. To our knowledge, there have only been ten previous reports of an aneurysm associated with accessory MCA. The authors present two patients with accessory MCA-related aneurysms. A 38-year-old male and a 59-year-old female both presented with sudden-onset severe headache. In both patients, computed tomography (CT) scan revealed subarachnoid hemorrhage. A subsequent angiogram demonstrated an accessory MCA arising from the anterior cerebral artery (ACA) and a saccular aneurysm at the anterior communicating artery (ACoA) complex associated with an accessory MCA. Surgical clipping allowed for complete exclusion of the aneurysm from the arterial circulation. Based on our review of the ten cases of aneurysms associated with accessory MCA documented in the literature, we suggest that accessory MCA-related aneurysms can be classified according to whether the accessory MCA originates from the proximal A1 segment or from the ACoA complex. We also emphasize the importance of precise interpretation of preoperative angiograms and intraoperative precaution in determining the presence of this anomalous artery prior to temporary clip placement.
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- Dong-Hun Kang
- Department of Neurosurgery, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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Kim MS, Lee HK. The angiographic feature and clinical implication of accessory middle cerebral artery. J Korean Neurosurg Soc 2009; 45:289-92. [PMID: 19516946 DOI: 10.3340/jkns.2009.45.5.289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2009] [Accepted: 04/26/2009] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Although there are several descriptions of this vessel, there is no detailed angiographic study of the accessory middle cerebral artery (AMCA) in Korea. We describe the angiographic characteristics of the cortical territory and origin of AMCA and discuss the clinical significance of this anomaly. METHODS We searched for patients with AMCAs from a retrospective review of 1,250 conventional cerebral angiograms. We determined the origins, diameters and cortical territories of these AMCAs. RESULTS Fifteen patients (15 of 1250 = 1.2%) had 16 AMCAs (one patient had bilateral AMCAs). AMCAs originated from the distal A1 in eleven cases, middle A1 in two, proximal A1 in two, and proximal A2 in one case. All AMCAs followed a course parallel to the main middle cerebral artery (MCA). All but three of these arteries were smaller than the main MCA. Thirteen of the smaller diameter AMCAs had cortical distribution to the orbito-frontal and prefrontal, and precentral areas. Three AMCAs had diameter as large as the main MCA. These three supplied the orbitofrontal, prefrontal, precentral, central and anterior-parietal arteries. CONCLUSION The AMCAs originated from A1 or A2. Most had smaller diameter than the main MCA. The AMCAs coursed along the horizontal portion of the MCA, but supplied the orbital surface, the anterior frontal lobe and sometimes wider cortical territory, including the precentral, central, anterior-parietal areas.
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- Myoung Soo Kim
- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Reis CV, Zabramski JM, Safavi-Abbasi S, Hanel RA, Deshmukh P, Preul MC. The Accessory Middle Cerebral Artery: Anatomic Report. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2008. [DOI: 10.1227/01.neu.0000315284.44157.4a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Objective:
An accessory middle cerebral artery (MCA) usually originates between the A1 and proximal A2 segment of the anterior cerebral artery, reaches the sylvian fissure, and supplies the territory of the MCA. This anomaly has been associated with cerebral aneurysms and Moyamoya disease. We report an accessory MCA arising from the A2 segment.
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A cadaveric head, fixed in formalin solution and injected with red and blue silicone on its vascular tree to trace intracranial and extracranial vessels, was dissected.
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An accessory MCA was found arising from the A2 segment of the anterior cerebral artery and feeding the basal and inferior surface of the inferior frontal gyrus. In our specimen, the vessel was associated with intracranial aneurysms at other locations.
Conclusion:
Although anomalies of the MCA are rare, neurosurgeons must be familiar with such anatomic variations. An accessory MCA can be associated with Moyamoya disease and aneurysms at its junction with the anterior cerebral artery. Patients with this anomaly may, therefore, have an increased risk for developing aneurysms and other neurovascular complications. By obstructing the surgical view, an accessory MCA may increase the difficulty of exposing lesions in the vicinity of the optic chiasm.
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- Cassius V.C. Reis
- Division of Neurological Surgery and Neurosurgical Research, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Division of Neurological Surgery and Neurosurgical Research, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Division of Neurological Surgery and Neurosurgical Research, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Division of Neurological Surgery and Neurosurgical Research, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Division of Neurological Surgery and Neurosurgical Research, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Division of Neurological Surgery and Neurosurgical Research, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
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