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Matsukawa H, Orscelik A, Elawady SS, Sowlat MM, Cunningham CM, Al Kasab S, Uchida K, Yoshimura S, Spiotta AM. Endovascular Coiling of Ruptured Tiny Saccular Intracranial Aneurysms: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. World Neurosurg 2024; 187:e414-e446. [PMID: 38663736 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2024.04.100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2024] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 05/27/2024]
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BACKGROUND The safety and efficacy of endovascular coiling of ruptured tiny saccular intracranial aneurysms (IAs) (≤3 mm) remain unknown. METHODS A comprehensive search of PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Scorpus databases up to November 15, 2023 was performed. Pooled prevalence was calculated for occlusion rates, recanalization, retreatment, long-term favorable outcome, and procedure-related complications and mortality. Pooled odds ratios were calculated to compare these outcomes between coiling and stent-assisted coiling (SAC). RESULTS Forty-two studies with 2166 ruptured tiny saccular IAs treated with coiling were included. The follow-up complete aneurysm occlusion rate was 83.9% (95% CI: 77.2-88.9%). The rates of recanalization and retreatment were 7.7% (95% CI: 5.7-10.2%) and 5.8% (95% CI: 4.5-7.5%). The range of median Hunt and Hess grades was 1.4-2.9 and the favorable outcome rate was 85.6% (95% CI: 81.1-89.2%). The rates of thromboembolism, intraprocedural rupture, and mortality were 4.6% (95% CI: 3.6-5.8%), 5.4% (95% CI: 4.1-7.0%), and 5.6% (95% CI: 4.4-7.2%), respectively. Comparison of coiling and SAC revealed no significant difference, except for a higher likelihood of follow-up complete aneurysm occlusion in SAC (odds ratio [OR] 0.37, 95% CI: 0.17-0.80) and recanalization in the coiling (OR, 3.21 [95% CI, 1.37-7.51]). CONCLUSIONS Our meta-analysis demonstrates that coiling for ruptured tiny saccular IA is a feasible, effective, and safe approach that is associated with favorable clinical outcomes in both the short and long term for patients with mild to moderate Hunt and Hess grades.
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- Hidetoshi Matsukawa
- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA; Department of Neurosurgery, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan; Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA.
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Frączek MJ, Krzyżewski RM, Kliś KM, Kwinta BM, Popiela TJ, Stachura K. Unruptured intracranial aneurysms: Why should we focus on small aneurysms? A comprehensive update of recent findings. Pol J Radiol 2024; 89:e13-e23. [PMID: 38371893 PMCID: PMC10867953 DOI: 10.5114/pjr.2024.134424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 02/20/2024] Open
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Intracranial aneurysms (IAs) are a significant public health concern because they have the potential to cause deva-stating consequences, including death and disability. Despite advances in diagnostic and treatment modalities, the outcomes for patients with aneurysmal subarachnoid haemorrhage (aSAH) remain poor, with high rates of rebleeding, vasospasm, and cerebral ischaemia. IAs are a significant risk factor for aSAH, and it is estimated that up to 3% of the general population have IAs. Recent studies using novel imaging modalities have shown that the prevalence of IAs may be much higher, with 6.6% of adults aged 40-84 years having intradural saccular IAs ≥ 2 mm. The risk of rupture for IAs is difficult to predict, and the decision to treat them invasively is based on a balance between the estimated rupture risk and the procedural risks of the treatment. However, the mortality and morbidity rates among patients treated for IAs can be as high as 5%. There is a need for clear guidelines on the treatment of IAs, and this review aims to provide an update on recent findings in this area. To achieve this goal, the authors identified and summarized recent, high-impact studies on IAs. The review focuses on the diagnostic and treatment options for IAs, as well as the risks associated with these interventions. The authors also provide an overview of the natural history of IAs and discuss the challenges and uncertainties in managing these patients.
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- Maciej Jakub Frączek
- Department of Neurosurgery and Neurotraumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
- Doctoral School of Medical and Health Sciences, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Neurosurgery and Neurotraumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Neurosurgery and Neurotraumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Neurosurgery and Neurotraumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Chair of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Neurosurgery and Neurotraumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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Carvalho V, Vilarinho A, Polónia P, Silva ML, Vaz R, Alberto Silva P. The impact of selection bias in the treatment for ruptured anterior communicating artery aneurysms: different results or different patients? World Neurosurg X 2024; 21:100255. [PMID: 38169854 PMCID: PMC10758962 DOI: 10.1016/j.wnsx.2023.100255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2022] [Revised: 06/15/2023] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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Background Anterior communicating artery is one of the most frequent locations for the development of intracranial aneurysm. The availability and advances of different treatments modalities allows for case-specific selection, but potentially impacts our ability to assess equipoise among them. Objective Investigate and compare clinical and morphological variables among surgical and endovascular treatment groups with ruptured anterior communicating artery aneurysms. Methods Data from patients from a single university hospital treated for ruptured anterior communicating aneurysms after multidisciplinary discussion in a period from January 2009 to January 2020 were retrospectively reviewed. Demographics, clinical status, aneurysm morphologic features and in-hospital complications were registered for each treatment (endovascular coiling vs. microsurgical clipping). Clinical assessment was made from outpatient evaluation at 1-year follow-up. Results A total of 119 patients was obtained adding surgical (n = 80) and endovascular (n = 39) treatment groups. No significant changes between groups were detected regarding gender, age of treatment or other risk factors. Global complication rate (p = 0.335, p = 0.225, p = 0.428) and clinical outcome (p = 0.802) was similar among both groups. Univariate and multivariate analysis revealed statistically significant differences between endovascular and surgical treatment groups regarding dome orientation (p = 0.011), aneurysm height (p < 0.001) and maximum diameter (p < 0.001), aspect-ratio (p < 0.001), dome-to-neck ratio (p < 0.001) and dome diameter (p = 0.014). Conclusions Despite similar clinical outcomes and rate of complications, morphological differences highlight the presence of a selection bias and high heterogeneity, which hampers inferential analysis when comparing both techniques.
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- Vasco Carvalho
- Neurosurgery Department, Centro Hospitalar Universitário São João, Porto, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, Portugal
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- Neurosurgery Department, Centro Hospitalar Universitário São João, Porto, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, Portugal
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- Neurosurgery Department, Centro Hospitalar Universitário São João, Porto, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, Portugal
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- Neuroradiology Department, Centro Hospitalar Universitário São João, Porto, Portugal
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- Neurosurgery Department, Centro Hospitalar Universitário São João, Porto, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, Portugal
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- Neurosurgery Department, Centro Hospitalar Universitário São João, Porto, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, Portugal
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Jin Y, Guo X, Quan T, Zhao R, Li T, Zhao Z, Yang H, Zhu X, Liang G, Leng B, Wu X, Wang Y, Guan S. Randomized, prospective, multicenter trial assessing the numen coil embolization system in the endovascular treatment of small intracranial aneurysms: outcomes from the CATCH Trial. BMC Surg 2023; 23:164. [PMID: 37328839 PMCID: PMC10276443 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-023-02049-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2022] [Accepted: 05/20/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE The CATCH (Coil Application Trial in China) trial was designed to assess the safety and efficacy of the Numen Coil Embolization System in the treatment of intracranial aneurysms in comparison with the Axium coil (ev3/Medtronic). Although the endovascular treatment of small (< 5 mm) intracranial aneurysms has been reported with favorable long-term clinical and angiographic outcomes, randomized trials are still lacking. Data for aneurysms smaller than 5 mm were extracted from the CATCH trial. MATERIALS AND METHODS A randomized, prospective, multicenter trial was conducted at ten centers throughout China. Enrolled subjects with small intracranial aneurysms were randomly assigned to receive treatment with the Numen Coil or the Axium coil. The primary outcome was successful aneurysm occlusion at the 6-month follow-up. In contrast, the secondary outcomes included complete aneurysm occlusion, recurrence rate, clinical deterioration, and safety data at the 6-month and 12-month follow-ups. RESULTS A total of 124 patients were enrolled in the study. Overall, 58 patients were assigned to the Numen group, and 66 were assigned to the Axium group. At the 6-month follow-up, the successful aneurysm occlusion rate was 93.1% (54/58) in the MicroPort NeuroTech group and 97.0% (64/66) in the Axium group, with a common odds ratio of 0.208 (95% confidence interval, 0.023-1.914; P = 0.184). Complications were comparable between the groups. CONCLUSIONS Compared with the Aixum coil, the Numen coil is safe and effective in treating small intracranial aneurysms. TRIAL REGISTRATION (13/12/2016, NCT02990156).
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- Yazhou Jin
- Department of Neurointervention, Zhengzhou University First Affiliated Hospital, No.1, Jianshe East Road, Erqi District, 450052, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- Department of Neurointervention, Zhengzhou University First Affiliated Hospital, No.1, Jianshe East Road, Erqi District, 450052, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- Department of Neurointervention, Zhengzhou University First Affiliated Hospital, No.1, Jianshe East Road, Erqi District, 450052, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Center, Changhai Hospital Affiliated to the Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tangdu Hospital Affiliated to Fourth Military Medical University, Baqiao, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Yunyan, Guiyang City, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang City, Jiangxi Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The General Hospital of Shenyang Military, Shenhe, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Zhifu, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Neurointervention, Zhengzhou University First Affiliated Hospital, No.1, Jianshe East Road, Erqi District, 450052, Zhengzhou, Henan, China.
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Begley SL, White TG, Shah KA, Turpin J, Toscano D, Dehdashti AR, Teron I, Link T, Patsalides A, Woo HH. A comparison of endovascular coil systems for the treatment of small intracranial aneurysms. Interv Neuroradiol 2023:15910199231182456. [PMID: 37312530 DOI: 10.1177/15910199231182456] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Endovascular coiling of small, intracranial aneurysms remains controversial and difficult, despite advances in technology. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed data for 62 small aneurysms (<3.99 mm) in 59 patients. Occlusion rates, complications rates, and coil packing densities were compared between subgroups based upon coil type and rupture status. RESULTS Ruptured aneurysms predominated (67.7%). Aneurysms measured 2.99 ± 0.63 mm by 2.51 ± 0.61 mm with an aspect ratio of 1.21 ± 0.34 mm. Brands included Optima (Balt) (29%), MicroVention Hydrogel (24.2%), and Penumbra SMART (19.4%) coil systems. Average packing density was 34.3 ± 13.5 mm3. Occlusion rate was 100% in unruptured aneurysms; 84% utilized adjuvant devices. For ruptured aneurysms, complete occlusion or stable neck remnant was achieved in 88.6% while recanalization occurred in 11.4%. No rebleeding occurred. Average packing density (p = 0.919) and coil type (p = 0.056) did not impact occlusion. Aspect ratio was smaller in aneurysms with technical complications (p = 0.281), and aneurysm volume was significantly smaller in those with coil protrusion (p = 0.018). Complication rates did not differ between ruptured and unruptured aneurysms (22.6 vs. 15.8%, p = 0.308) or coil types (p = 0.830). CONCLUSION Despite advances in embolization devices, coiling of small intracranial aneurysms is still scrutinized. High occlusion rates are achievable, especially in unruptured aneurysms, with coil type and packing density suggesting association with complete occlusion. Technical complications may be influenced by aneurysm geometry. Advances in endovascular technologies have revolutionized small aneurysm treatment, with this series demonstrating excellent aneurysm occlusion especially in unruptured aneurysms.
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- Sabrina L Begley
- Department of Neurosurgery, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, NY, USA
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Jin Y, Guo X, Quan T, Chen Z, Liu C, Guan S. Safety and efficacy of endovascular treatment for tiny ruptured intracranial aneurysms with low-profile visualized intraluminal support stents. Interv Neuroradiol 2023; 29:141-147. [PMID: 35147055 PMCID: PMC10152828 DOI: 10.1177/15910199221079967] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2021] [Accepted: 01/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Endovascular treatment for tiny ruptured intracranial aneurysms is known to be technically challenging. Thus, we aimed to investigate the safety and efficacy of low-profile visualized intraluminal support (LVIS) stents in the treatment of tiny ruptured intracranial aneurysms. METHODS From April 2014 to June 2019, among 90 patients with tiny ruptured aneurysms who were treated at our institution endovascularly, 28 underwent stent-assisted coiling with LVIS stents. The clinical and angiographic results were reviewed. RESULTS In the LVIS group, complete occlusion was achieved in 27 patients (96.4%). Intraprocedural thrombus formation occurred in 3 patients (10.7%). Follow-up angiography in 24 patients at 6-12 months showed complete occlusion in 23 patients (95.8%) and no aneurysm recurrence. In the coiling-only group, complete occlusion was achieved in 58 patients (93.5%). Intraprocedural aneurysm rupture occurred in 2 patients (3.2%), and postprocedural ischemia occurred in 4 patients (6.5%), with a complication rate of 9.7%. Follow-up angiography in 52 patients at 6-12 months showed complete occlusion in 43 patients (82.7%) and aneurysm recurrence in 7 patients (9.2%). No significant (p > 0.05) differences existed between the two groups. CONCLUSIONS The LVIS stent is safe and effective in the treatment of tiny ruptured intracranial aneurysms.
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- Yazhou Jin
- Department of Neurointervention, Zhengzhou University First Affiliated
Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Neurointervention, Zhengzhou University First Affiliated
Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Neurointervention, Zhengzhou University First Affiliated
Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Neurointervention, Zhengzhou University First Affiliated
Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Neurointervention, Zhengzhou University First Affiliated
Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Neurointervention, Zhengzhou University First Affiliated
Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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Jindal G, Almardawi R, Gupta R, Colby GP, Schirmer CM, Satti SR, Pukenas B, Hui FK, Caplan J, Miller T, Cherian J, Aldrich F, Kibria G, Simard JM. Target Ultra and Nano coils in the endovascular treatment of small intracranial aneurysms (ULTRA Registry). J Neurosurg 2023; 138:233-240. [PMID: 35901755 DOI: 10.3171/2022.5.jns2296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2022] [Accepted: 05/04/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The ULTRA Registry is a national multicenter prospective study designed to assess aneurysm occlusion rates and safety profiles of the Target Ultra and Nano coils in the treatment of small intracranial aneurysms (IAs). METHODS Patients with small (≤ 5 mm) ruptured and unruptured IAs were treated exclusively with Target Ultra and Nano coils. The primary endpoints were the initial rate of complete or near-complete aneurysm occlusion, aneurysm recurrence, and need for retreatment. Secondary endpoints were device- and procedure-related adverse events, hemorrhage from the coiled aneurysm at any time during follow-up, and clinical outcomes. RESULTS The ULTRA Registry included 100 patients with a mean ± SD age of 56 ± 11.6 years, of whom 75 were women and 48 presented after aneurysm rupture. The mean aneurysm size was (3.5 ± 0.9) × (2.8 ± 0.9) × (3.0 ± 1.0) mm, and the mean packing density was 34.4% ± 16.7%. Posttreatment complete or near-complete occlusion reported by an independent imaging core laboratory was seen in 92% of patients at baseline and in 87%, 87%, and 83% of patients at first, second, and final follow-up, respectively. At first, second, and final follow-up, 10%, 11%, and 15%, respectively, of patients were deemed to require retreatment. There were three procedural-related ischemic strokes and one intracranial hemorrhage from wire perforation of a parent artery not involved by the aneurysm. There were no coil-related adverse events, including no intraoperative aneurysm ruptures and no known aneurysm ruptures after coiling. CONCLUSIONS This assessment of aneurysm occlusion rates and safety profiles in ULTRA Registry study participants demonstrates excellent safety and efficacy profiles for Target Ultra and Nano coils in the treatment of small IAs.
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- Gaurav Jindal
- 1Department of Radiology, Division of Interventional Neuroradiology, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- 1Department of Radiology, Division of Interventional Neuroradiology, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- 2Department of Neurosurgery, Wellstar Health System, Marietta, Georgia
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- 3Department of Neurosurgery, University of California, Los Angeles, California
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- 4Department of Neurosurgery, Geisinger Health System, Danville, Pennsylvania
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- 5Department of Neurointerventional Surgery, Christiana Care Medical Center, Newark, Delaware
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- 6Department of Radiology, Division of Interventional Neuroradiology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- 7Department of Radiology, Division of Interventional Neuroradiology, and
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- 8Department of Neurosurgery, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore
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- 1Department of Radiology, Division of Interventional Neuroradiology, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- 9Department of Neurosurgery, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore; and
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- 9Department of Neurosurgery, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore; and
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- 10Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland
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- 9Department of Neurosurgery, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore; and
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Gaub M, Kromenacker B, Avila MJ, Gonzales-Portillo GS, Aguilar-Salinas P, Dumont TM. Evolution of open surgery for unruptured intracranial aneurysms over a fifteen year period-increased difficulty and morbidity. J Clin Neurosci 2023; 107:178-183. [PMID: 36443125 DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2022.10.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2022] [Revised: 09/27/2022] [Accepted: 10/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The approach to intervention for unruptured intracranial aneurysms (UIAs) remains controversial. Utilization of endovascular techniques for aneurysm repair increased dramatically during the last decade. We sought to analyze recent national trends for electively treated (open and endovascular) UIAs focusing on pre-existing patient disease burden and intervention modality selection. METHODS The Nationwide Inpatient Sample (NIS) national database was used to identify patients with primary diagnosis codes of unruptured intracranial aneurysm between 1999 and 2014. Patients were dichotomized by intervention into endovascular or open surgical treatment. Analysis of pre-existing disease severity were calculated using the Elixhauser comorbidity index. Complications of combined peri-procedural stroke or death during admission and hospital length of stay were used as primary endpoints for comparison. RESULTS The percent of total UIAs treated electively with open approach decreased from more than 95 % of cases in 1999 to less than 25 % in 2014. Patients undergoing clipping were 3 years younger than those in the endovascular group (p < 0.001). The rate of primary endpoint complications (stroke and death) and length of stay for open cases saw a decrease throughout the study but remained statistically higher when compared to the endovascular group over the study period (p < 0.001). Additionally, non-neurologic complications increased over the time period for open cases. The average preoperative co-morbid disease severity for all groups treated increased over this interval. Conversely, the relative volume of endovascular cases increased but the rate of complications and average group disease remained statistically lower than the surgical clipping group (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION The percent of UIAs treated electively with open approach has decreased since 1999 with a concomitant increase in complication rate in particular compared to endovascular cases. However, the health characteristics of patients treated with surgical clipping show an increase in severity of pre-existing co-morbidities. Further research into factors contributing to this finding, including potential socioeconomic differences and changes in surgeon experience are needed.
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- Michael Gaub
- The University of Arizona, College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ, United States; UT Health San Antonio, United States
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- The University of Arizona, College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ, United States
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- The University of Arizona, College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ, United States; Department of Neurosurgery, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, United States
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- The University of Arizona, College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ, United States; Department of Neurosurgery, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, United States
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- The University of Arizona, College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ, United States; Department of Neurosurgery, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, United States.
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Dong L, Chen X, Wang J, Zhang L, Zhao Z, Peng Q, Liu P, Lv M. Neuroform atlas stent-assisted coiling of tiny wide-necked intracranial aneurysms. Front Neurol 2022; 13:1020785. [DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2022.1020785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 10/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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ObjectiveTo investigate the safety and efficacy of Neuroform Atlas stent-assisted coiling for the treatment of tiny wide-necked intracranial aneurysms and evaluate risk factors associated with procedure-related complications.MethodsWe retrospectively examined 46 patients with 46 tiny wide-necked aneurysms who were treated using Atlas stent-assisted coiling at our institution from August 2020 to May 2022. Patient and aneurysm characteristics, procedural details, procedure-related complications, and angiographic and clinical outcomes were analyzed.ResultsA total of 10 patients presented with aneurysmal rupture. Atlas stent placement was successful in all patients. Angiography immediately after the procedure showed complete occlusion in 38 patients (82.6%), neck remnant in 7 (15.2%), and partial occlusion in 1 (2.2%). The mean angiographic follow-up was 8.4 months (range, 6–16). At the last follow-up, angiography showed complete occlusion in 41 patients (89.1%) and neck remnant in 5 (10.9%). No aneurysm recurrence or in-stent stenosis occurred. Incidence of procedure-related complications was 10.8% (intraprocedural aneurysm rupture, two cases; acute thrombosis, two cases; and coil migration, one case); only one patient (2.2%) experienced procedural neurological morbidity. The mean clinical follow-up was 9.7 months. A favorable outcome was achieved in 45 patients (97.8%). In univariate logistic regression analysis, aneurysm size (odds ratio, 4.538; P = 0.045) was significantly associated with procedure-related complications. However, multivariate analysis found no independent risk factors.ConclusionAtlas stent-assisted coiling of tiny wide-necked intracranial aneurysms is feasible and effective. Outcomes and occlusion rates are favorable and morbidity is low. The complication rate may be higher in larger tiny aneurysms.
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Spiotta AM, Bellon RJ, Bohnstedt BN, Park MS, Sattur MG, Woodward BK. SMART Registry: Safety and Performance of the Penumbra SMART COIL System for Patients With Intracranial Aneurysms 4 mm and Smaller. Neurosurgery 2022; 91:555-561. [PMID: 35876673 DOI: 10.1227/neu.0000000000002073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2021] [Accepted: 05/09/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The Penumbra SMART COIL System includes a novel generation of embolic coils composed of complex and WAVE shape properties with varying levels of softness. OBJECTIVE To assess safety and efficacy of the SMART COIL System through a 1-year follow-up in patients with small intracranial aneurysms. METHODS This subset analysis of the SMART Registry, a prospective, multicenter study, includes patients with small intracranial aneurysms (≤4 mm) treated with the SMART COIL System. Registry end points include retreatment rates through 1 year, procedural device-related serious adverse events, and adequate occlusion postprocedure. RESULTS Of 905 enrolled patients with aneurysms, 172 (19.0%) had small (≤4 mm) aneurysms (75.6% female; mean age 57.2 ± 13.4 years). 30.8% (53/172) of small aneurysms were ruptured, of which 50.9% (27/53) had Hunt and Hess ≥3. 79.5% (132/166) were wide-necked. Stent-assisted coiling and balloon-assisted coiling were performed in 37.2% (64/172) and 22.1% (38/172) of patients, respectively. The mean packing density for very small aneurysms was 44.9 (SD 25.23). Raymond Class I and Class II were achieved in 89.5% (154/172) postprocedure and 97.2% (137/141) at 1 year. The retreatment rate through 1 year was 5.6% (8/142), and the recanalization rate was 7.1% (10/141). The periprocedural device-related serious adverse event rate was 2.9% (5/172). Intraprocedural aneurysm rupture occurred in 0.8% of patients. CONCLUSION This analysis suggests that the SMART COIL System is safe and efficacious in small aneurysms with satisfactory occlusion rates and low rates of rupture or rerupture. At 1 year, patients had low retreatment rates and good clinical outcomes.
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- Alejandro M Spiotta
- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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- Department of Neurointerventional Surgery, Radiology Imaging Associates Neurovascular Clinic, Englewood, Colorado, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Indiana University Health Physicians (University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center), Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Knoxville, Tennessee, USA
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Salih M, Salem M, Moore J, Thomas AJ, Ogilvy CS. Cost-effectiveness analysis on small (< 5 mm) unruptured intracranial aneurysm follow-up strategies. J Neurosurg 2022; 138:1366-1373. [PMID: 36208436 DOI: 10.3171/2022.8.jns221053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2022] [Accepted: 08/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE
Unruptured intracranial aneurysms are frequently detected during routine clinical diagnostic processes. A significant portion are small aneurysms less than 5 mm in diameter. While follow-up of patients with small aneurysms has been advocated, the cost-effectiveness of such care and the optimal follow-up interval remain unknown. This study aimed to explore the most cost-effective follow-up interval for small (< 5 mm) unruptured intracranial aneurysms.
METHODS
A decision analysis study was performed using a Markov model with Monte Carlo simulations to simulate patients undergoing follow-up by MRA at different time intervals (1-, 2-, 3-, 5-, and 7-year intervals) for small (< 5 mm) unruptured intracranial aneurysms. Input data for the model were extracted from the current literature, primarily meta-analyses. Probabilistic and deterministic sensitivity analyses were performed to evaluate the robustness of the model.
RESULTS
Given the current literature and the model in this study, following up every 2 years with noninvasive imaging is the most cost-effective strategy (cost $126,996, effectiveness 21.9 quality-adjusted life-years), showing the highest net monetary benefit. The conclusion remains robust in probabilistic and deterministic sensitivity analyses. As the annual growth risk of small aneurysms and annual rupture risk of growing aneurysms increase, following up every year is optimal. When the cost for follow-up with MRA is less than $2223, following up every year is cost-effective.
CONCLUSIONS
The most cost-effective follow-up strategy for small (< 5 mm) unruptured aneurysms using MRA is following up every 2 years. More frequent follow-up strategies or prompt preventive treatment would be more appropriate in patients with higher risk factors for growth and aneurysm rupture.
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- Mira Salih
- Neurosurgical Service, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Brain Aneurysm Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Neurosurgical Service, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Brain Aneurysm Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Neurosurgical Service, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Brain Aneurysm Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Neurosurgical Service, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Brain Aneurysm Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Neurosurgical Service, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Brain Aneurysm Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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Boltyenkov A, Wang J, Malhotra A, Katz J, Dehdashti A, White T, Martinez G, Pandya A, Sanelli P. Optimizing Small, Low-Risk, Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysm Treatment Using Game Theory. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol 2022; 43:176-180. [PMID: 35027349 PMCID: PMC8985687 DOI: 10.3174/ajnr.a7392] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2021] [Accepted: 11/01/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
Abstract
The incidental diagnosis of unruptured intracranial aneurysms has been increasing in the past several decades. A significant proportion represent small, low-risk, unruptured intracranial aneurysms for which there is equipoise on whether to offer treatment or conservative management. Given this uncertainty, patients may not always be comfortable with their physicians' recommendations. Herein, we use game theory to study the interactions between physicians and patients to determine how conflict and cooperation affect the management of small, low-risk, unruptured intracranial aneurysms. We constructed a game theory model of the interaction between physicians and patients with respect to decision-making for a small, low-risk, unruptured intracranial aneurysm in an asymptomatic patient when there is perceived equipoise between whether to treat or manage conservatively. Assuming that both the physician and patient are rational and eliciting individual patient preferences is not practical, the physician should play the game based on an ex ante probability of meeting a patient with a certain type of preference. This recommendation means that the expectations of the physician regarding the patient's preferences should guide the decision to offer treatment or conservative management as a first option for a small, asymptomatic, low-risk, unruptured intracranial aneurysm for which there is clinical equipoise.
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- A.T. Boltyenkov
- From the Imaging Clinical Effectiveness and Outcomes
Research (A.T.B., J.J.W., G.M., P.C.S.), Center for Health Innovations and
Outcomes Research, Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, Manhasset, New
York,Siemens Medical Solutions USA (A.T.B., G.M.), Malvern,
Pennsylvania
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- From the Imaging Clinical Effectiveness and Outcomes
Research (A.T.B., J.J.W., G.M., P.C.S.), Center for Health Innovations and
Outcomes Research, Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, Manhasset, New
York
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging (A.M.),
Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut
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- Departments of Radiology (J.M.K., P.C.S.)
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- Neurology (A.R.D., T.G.W.), Donald and Barbara Zucker
School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, New York,Department of Neurosurgery (A.R.D., T.G.W.), Hofstra
Northwell School of Medicine, Manhasset, New York
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- Neurology (A.R.D., T.G.W.), Donald and Barbara Zucker
School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, New York,Department of Neurosurgery (A.R.D., T.G.W.), Hofstra
Northwell School of Medicine, Manhasset, New York
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- From the Imaging Clinical Effectiveness and Outcomes
Research (A.T.B., J.J.W., G.M., P.C.S.), Center for Health Innovations and
Outcomes Research, Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, Manhasset, New
York,Siemens Medical Solutions USA (A.T.B., G.M.), Malvern,
Pennsylvania
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- Department of Health Policy and Management (A.P.),
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts
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- From the Imaging Clinical Effectiveness and Outcomes
Research (A.T.B., J.J.W., G.M., P.C.S.), Center for Health Innovations and
Outcomes Research, Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, Manhasset, New
York,Departments of Radiology (J.M.K., P.C.S.)
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Kim JH, Choi JI, Lim DJ. Radiologic assessment of rupture risk in small (<5 mm) posterior communicating artery aneurysms. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e28696. [PMID: 35089225 PMCID: PMC8797568 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000028696] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2021] [Accepted: 01/05/2022] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Although previous studies have investigated the predictors of posterior communicating artery (PCoA) aneurysm rupture with clinical and radiologic parameters, the accessibility of "small PCoA aneurysms (<5 mm)" has rarely been reported. Here, we designed a study to identify the factors which are thought to be risky and prone to rupture in small PCoA aneurysms (<5 mm).A total of 114 patients diagnosed with PCoA aneurysm under 5 mm in size on digital subtraction angiography were retrospectively enrolled and divided into ruptured (n = 51) and unruptured (n = 63) groups. Clinical variables were reviewed, and 10 radiologic parameters were obtained, including maximum diameter, height, width, neck width, aspect ratio, dome-to-neck ratio, bleb formation, size ratio, presence of fetal-type PCoA, and inflow angle. Statistical analyses were conducted to compare the groups (ruptured vs unruptured) and identify the risk factors for rupture.High rupture rate of small PCoA aneurysm is noted (51/114, 44.7%). In the comparison analysis, parameters of size ratio (P = .045), aspect ratio (P = .001), and bleb formation (P = .015) were significantly different between the 2 groups. In the regression model, the aspect ratio (P = .045) and bleb formation (P = .004) were significantly associated with the rupture of aneurysm.In respect of small (<5 mm) PCoA aneurysms of our cohort, morphologic parameters of "bleb formation" and "a high aspect ratio" are present more often in ruptured aneurysms as compared to unruptured aneurysms.
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- Jang Hun Kim
- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Gyeonggi-do, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Gyeonggi-do, Korea
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Chen J, Tong X, Feng X, Peng F, Niu H, Han M, Liu L, Zhao Y, Wang D, Pan Y, Liu A. Management of Unruptured Small Multiple Intracranial Aneurysms in China: A Comparative Effectiveness Analysis Based on Real-World Data. Front Neurol 2022; 12:736127. [PMID: 35153970 PMCID: PMC8830354 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2021.736127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2021] [Accepted: 12/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Unruptured small aneurysms with a size of <7 mm were often followed conservatively. However, it is unknown whether unruptured small multiple intracranial aneurysms (MIAs) are better to be prophylactically treated or conservatively followed. Objective We aim to compare the effectiveness of different strategies regarding their management. Methods A decision-analytic Markov model was built over a entire life cycle. The compared strategies include natural history, treat one aneurysm, treat both aneurysms, annual follow-up, biennial follow-up, and follow-up every 5 years. The inputs for the model were obtained from real-world data and related medical literature. Outcomes were measured in terms of quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs). Results Treat both aneurysms had the highest effectiveness of 15.36 QALYs and treat one aneurysm had the second-highest effectiveness of 15.11 QALYs. Probabilistic sensitivity analysis with 10,000 iterations showed that treat both aneurysms and treat one aneurysm were optimal in 67.28 and 17.91% of all cases, respectively. One-way and two-way sensitivity analyses showed that the result was sensitive to the proportion of moderate to severe disability after treating two aneurysms, mortality after treating two aneurysms, proportion of moderate to severe disability after treating one aneurysm, and rupture rate of small growing aneurysm. Either treat both aneurysms or treat one aneurysm would be the optimal strategy under most of the circumstances with the variations of these parameters. Conclusion For patients with small unruptured MIAs, prophylactic coiling was superior to conservative management and at least one aneurysm should be treated.
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- Jigang Chen
- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, National Center of Gerontology, Beijing Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University International Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, National Center of Gerontology, Beijing Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- China National Clinical Research Centre for Neurological Diseases, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- China National Clinical Research Centre for Neurological Diseases, Beijing, China
- *Correspondence: Aihua Liu
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Qin F, Liu J, Zhao X, Wu D, Lai N, Zhang Z, Li Z. Endovascular Treatment of Ruptured Very Small Intracranial Aneurysms: Complications, Recurrence Rate, and Clinical Outcomes. Front Neurol 2022; 12:767649. [PMID: 35058874 PMCID: PMC8764134 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2021.767649] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Accepted: 12/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of endovascular treatment for ruptured very small (≤3 mm) intracranial aneurysms (VSIAs). Methods: The clinical data and imaging results for 152 patients with VSIAs treated with coil embolization from August 2014 to June 2020 were retrospectively reviewed. The influential factors related to the preoperative complications, aneurysm recurrence, and clinical outcomes for these patients were analyzed. Results: Among 152 patients with ruptured VSIAs, 90 were treated with coil embolization alone, while 62 were treated with stent-assisted coil embolization. Eighteen patients experienced intra and/or postoperative complications (overall incidence = 11.8%). One person died of intraoperative aneurysm re-rupture and postoperative rebleeding (mortality rate = 0.65%). Twenty patients had various degrees of neurological dysfunction (morbidity rate = 13.1%). Statistical analysis showed that there was no independent risk factor associated with perioperative complications. The rate of complete aneurysm occlusion at discharge and follow-up was 76.3 and 86.2%, respectively. A total of 105 patients underwent digital subtraction angiography during follow-up, and 18 of them experienced postoperative recurrence (recurrence rate = 17.1%). Seven patients were retreated (retreatment rate = 6.7%). The use of stents was the only factor that affected the postoperative recurrence of aneurysm. The incidence of favorable clinical outcomes (Glasgow Outcome Scale score ≥ 4) at discharge and follow-up was 86.2 and 97.1%, respectively. Univariate analysis showed that the preoperative Hunt-Hess grade, CT Fisher grade, and perioperative complications were risk factors for poor clinical outcomes. Multiple logistic regression analysis showed that perioperative complication was the most significant risk factor for the clinical prognosis of patients with ruptured VSIAs. Conclusion: Endovascular treatment is a safe and efficient approach for ruptured VSIAs. Stent-assisted coiling reduced the recurrence rate of aneurysm without increasing the incidence of perioperative complications. The Hunt-Hess grade, CT Fisher grade, and perioperative complications were independent factors associated with the clinical outcomes of patients with ruptured VSIAs, and perioperative complication was the most significant risk factor for poor prognosis in patients.
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- Feiyun Qin
- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College (Yijishan Hospital), Wuhu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College (Yijishan Hospital), Wuhu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College (Yijishan Hospital), Wuhu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College (Yijishan Hospital), Wuhu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College (Yijishan Hospital), Wuhu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College (Yijishan Hospital), Wuhu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College (Yijishan Hospital), Wuhu, China
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Spiotta AM, Park MS, Bellon RJ, Bohnstedt BN, Schirmer CM, De Leacy RA, Fiorella DJ, Yoo AJ, Dumont TM, Starke RM. Technical Success and Early Efficacy in 851 Patients with Saccular Intracranial Aneurysms: A Subset Analysis of SMART, a Prospective, Multicenter Registry Assessing the Embolization of Neurovascular Lesions using the Penumbra SMART COIL System. World Neurosurg 2021; 155:e323-e334. [PMID: 34419663 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2021.08.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2021] [Revised: 08/10/2021] [Accepted: 08/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE The Prospective, Multicenter Registry Assessing the Embolization of Neurovascular Lesions Using the Penumbra SMART COIL® System (SMART) is the largest prospective, multicenter, postmarket registry established to gather real-world experience on Penumbra (Alameda, USA) SMART COIL System, PC400, and POD embolization coils. The goal of this study is to report the technical success and efficacy of SMART COIL System coils in treating saccular intracranial aneurysms. METHODS This subgroup analysis from the SMART registry included patients with saccular intracranial aneurysms treated using ≥75% SMART COIL System or PC400 coils. Baseline and procedural data, angiographic data, and clinical outcomes were collected. Predictors of catheter kickout, packing density, and postprocedural angiographic outcome were analyzed using multivariable regression models in saccular aneurysm cases. RESULTS Between June 2016 and August 2018, the SMART registry enrolled 995 patients at 68 sites, of which 851 of 995 (85.5%) were treated for saccular aneurysms (mean age, 59.9 years). Aneurysms had a mean size of 6.8 mm, were wide neck in 63.1%, and ruptured in 31.0% of patients. Mean aneurysm packing density was 32.3%. Postprocedural Raymond-Roy Occlusion Classification (RROC) I-II was achieved in 80.3% of patients; smaller aneurysms, non-wide-neck aneurysms, and high packing density were predictive of RROC I-II. Overall, mean fluoroscopic time was 43.4 minutes, rate of reaccess attempts because of catheter kickout was 6.2%, and mean procedure time was 83.2 minutes. CONCLUSIONS SMART COIL System coils achieved good technical success and adequate occlusion in treating saccular intracranial aneurysms in a real-world setting.
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- Alejandro M Spiotta
- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA
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- Radiology Imaging Associates Neurovascular Clinic, Englewood, Colorado, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery and Neuroscience Institute, Geisinger and Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, USA; Research Institute of Neurointervention, Paracelsus Medical University, Salzburg, Austria
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- Departments of Neurosurgery & Radiology, Mount Sinai Health System, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Stony Brook University Medical Center, Cerebrovascular Center, New York, USA
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- Interventional Neuroradiology, Texas Stroke Institute, Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, Arizona, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami Hospital, Miami, Florida, USA
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AngioSuite-Assisted Volume Calculation and Coil Use Prediction in the Endovascular Treatment of Tiny Volume Intracranial Aneurysms. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2021; 2021:5514608. [PMID: 34368348 PMCID: PMC8342139 DOI: 10.1155/2021/5514608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2021] [Revised: 06/21/2021] [Accepted: 07/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
Abstract
Methods Thirty-three consecutive patients with 34 TVIAs were prospectively recruited and treated with endovascular techniques. The volume of TVIAs and the required length of coils were calculated by the AngioSuite software before embolization. The treatment efficacy of TVIAs was assessed using the Raymond scale (Rs) and the modified Rankin scale (mRs). Results Of the 34 aneurysms with an average volume of 7.16 mm3, 13 aneurysms were treated with sole coil embolization, 19 by stent-assisted embolization, and 2 by balloon-assisted embolization. The average coil length was 5.32 cm, and the average packing density was 41.21%. The immediate DSA showed that total occlusion (Rs = 1) was achieved in 15 aneurysms, subtotal (Rs = 2) in 9, and partial (Rs = 3) in 11. Total occlusion was achieved in 30 aneurysms and subtotal in the other 4 aneurysms at 6-month follow-up. Baseline volume and diameter of aneurysms were significantly correlated with the coil length (r = 0.801, P < 0.001; r = 0.711, P < 0.001). Conclusions Coil embolization of TVIAs was easy to achieve high packing density. According to the data from AngioSuite, relative few coils can increase the safety in procedure and stenting may reduce risk of aneurysmal recurrence.
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Tawk RG, Hasan TF, D'Souza CE, Peel JB, Freeman WD. Diagnosis and Treatment of Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms and Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Mayo Clin Proc 2021; 96:1970-2000. [PMID: 33992453 DOI: 10.1016/j.mayocp.2021.01.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2020] [Revised: 12/27/2020] [Accepted: 01/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
Abstract
Unruptured intracranial aneurysms (UIAs) are commonly acquired vascular lesions that form an outpouching of the arterial wall due to wall thinning. The prevalence of UIAs in the general population is 3.2%. In contrast, an intracranial aneurysm may be manifested after rupture with classic presentation of a thunderclap headache suggesting aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). Previous consensus suggests that although small intracranial aneurysms (<7 mm) are less susceptible to rupture, aneurysms larger than 7 mm should be treated on a case-by-case basis with consideration of additional risk factors of aneurysmal growth and rupture. However, this distinction is outdated. The PHASES score, which comprises data pooled from several prospective studies, provides precise estimates by considering not only the aneurysm size but also other variables, such as the aneurysm location. The International Study of Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms is the largest observational study on the natural history of UIAs, providing the foundation to the current guidelines for the management of UIAs. Although SAH accounts for only 3% of all stroke subtypes, it is associated with considerable burden of morbidity and mortality. The initial management is focused on stabilizing the patient in the intensive care unit with close hemodynamic and serial neurologic monitoring with endovascular or open surgical aneurysm treatment to prevent rebleeding. Since the results of the International Subarachnoid Aneurysm Trial, treatment of aneurysmal SAH has shifted from surgical clipping to endovascular coiling, which demonstrated higher odds of survival free of disability at 1 year after SAH. Nonetheless, aneurysmal SAH remains a public health hazard and is associated with high rates of disability and death.
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- Rabih G Tawk
- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.
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- Department of Neurology, Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, Shreveport
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- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL; Department of Neurology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL; Department of Critical Care, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL
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Girot JB, Caroff J, Cortese J, Mihalea C, Rouchaud A, Ros VD, Martinez JV, Contreras L, Ikka L, Chalumeau V, Ozanne A, Aguiar GBD, Gallas S, Moret J, Spelle L. Endovascular Treatment of Small and Very Small Intracranial Aneurysms with the Woven EndoBridge Device. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol 2021; 42:1276-1281. [PMID: 33926902 DOI: 10.3174/ajnr.a7115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2020] [Accepted: 01/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE The Woven EndoBridge has proved to be a safe and effective treatment, especially for wide-neck intracranial aneurysms. The recent fifth-generation Woven EndoBridge came with smaller devices. The purpose of this study was to assess the safety and efficiency of Woven EndoBridge treatment of small and very small aneurysms. MATERIALS AND METHODS Between September 2017 and March 2020, all consecutive patients treated with a 3- or 3.5 mm-width Woven EndoBridge device were included in this retrospective intention-to-treat study. Clinical and radiologic findings were evaluated at immediate and last-available follow-up. Angiographic outcome was assessed by an external expert reader. RESULTS One hundred twenty-eight aneurysms were treated with a fifth-generation Woven EndoBridge device including 29 with a width of ≤3.5 mm. Ten aneurysms were ruptured (34%). In 3 cases (10%), Woven EndoBridge treatment could not be performed because the aneurysm was still too small for the smallest available Woven EndoBridge device and another endovascular strategy was chosen. The median follow-up time was 11.2 months. Complete and adequate occlusion was obtained in 71% and 90% of the treated aneurysms, respectively. Retreatment was needed in 2 cases (10%). Symptomatic ischemic complications leading to transient neurologic deficits occurred in 2 cases (7%) (1 procedure-related and 1 device-related) but with full spontaneous recovery at discharge. CONCLUSIONS The fifth-generation Woven EndoBridge device seems to be a safe and technically feasible treatment for both ruptured and unruptured small and very small intracranial aneurysms, with satisfactory occlusion rates on midterm follow-up. However, further study is needed to evaluate longer-term efficiency.
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- J-B Girot
- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
- Radiology Department (J.-B.G.), Angers University Hospital, Angers, France
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- Department of Radiology (A.R.), Centre Hospitalier et Universitaire Dupuytren, Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, XLIM, Unité Mixte de Recherche Limoges, France
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- Department of Biomedicine and Prevention (V.D.R.), University Hospital of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
- Department of Neurosurgery (L.C.), Hospital Clínico Universidad de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
- Department of Surgery, Discipline Neurosurgery (G.B.D.A.), Santa Casa de Sao Paulo School of Medical Sciences. São Paulo, Brazil
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
- Université Paris Sud, faculté de Médecine (J.M., L.S.), Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- From the Department of Interventional Neuroradiology-NEURI Brain Vascular Center (J.-B.G., J. Caroff, J. Cortese, C.M., J.V.M., L.C., L.I., V.C., A.O., G.B.D.A., S.G., J.M., LS.), Bicêtre Hospital, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
- Université Paris Sud, faculté de Médecine (J.M., L.S.), Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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The Safety and Efficacy of Endovascular Treatment for Very Small Ruptured Anterior Communicating Artery Aneurysms: A Large Single-Center Experience With 81 Consecutive Cases. World Neurosurg 2021; 152:e576-e582. [PMID: 34133994 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2021.06.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2021] [Revised: 05/31/2021] [Accepted: 06/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to investigate the safety and efficacy of endovascular embolization for very small ruptured anterior communicating artery (AcomA) aneurysms. METHODS From August 2015 to June 2020, 81 patients with very small (≤3 mm) ruptured AcomA aneurysms treated endovascularly were enrolled in this study. Clinical and radiographic data were analyzed retrospectively, including the aneurysm occlusion rate, complications, and clinical outcome. RESULTS Among 81 patients, simple coiling embolization was performed in 52 cases and stent-assisted embolization in 29 cases. Immediate angiography demonstrated complete occlusion in 59 (72.8%) aneurysms, residual neck in 20 (24.7%) aneurysms, and residual lumen in 2 (2.5%). Procedure-related complications rate was 2.5% (2 of 81), all of which were transient thromboembolic events. Angiographic follow-up outcomes of 60 patients (mean: 6.8 ± 3.2 months) revealed complete occlusion in 91.7% (55 of 60), with recurrence in 1 patient. The mean clinical follow-up time was 22.6 ± 11.4 months and good prognosis rates (6-month modified Rankin Scale score: 0-2) reached 90.2% (73 of 81). The differences in aneurysm occlusion and procedure-related complications between the simple coiling group and the stent-assisted coiling group were not statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS Coiling with or without stent-assisted technique for the treatment of very small ruptured AcomA aneurysms was safe and effective.
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Unruptured intracranial aneurysms (UIAs) are common and are being detected with increasing frequency given the improved quality and higher frequency of cross-sectional imaging. The long-term natural history of UIAs remains poorly understood. To date, there is relative lack of clear guidelines for selection of patients with UIAs for treatment. Surveillance imaging for untreated UIAs is frequently performed, but frequency, duration, and modality of surveillance imaging need clearer guidelines. The authors review the current evidence on prevalence, natural history, role of treatment, and surveillance and screening imaging and highlight the areas for further research.
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Zimmer S, Maus V, Maurer C, Berlis A, Weber W, Fischer S. Widening the Indications for Intrasaccular Flow Disruption: WEB 17 in the Treatment of Aneurysm Locations Different from Those in the Good Clinical Practice Trials. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol 2021; 42:524-529. [PMID: 33509918 DOI: 10.3174/ajnr.a6946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2020] [Accepted: 10/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE The safety and efficacy of the Woven EndoBridge (WEB) device has been shown in multiple good clinical practice trials, whereas aneurysm locations in these trials were restricted to bifurcation aneurysms located at the circle of Willis (MCA bifurcation, ICA bifurcation, anterior communicating artery, basilar artery tip). Our aim was to evaluate angiographic and clinical results with the WEB 17 in aneurysm locations that were excluded from the good clinical practice trials, assuming that the angiographic and clinical results are similar to those of the good clinical practice trials for aneurysms in traditional locations. MATERIALS AND METHODS We performed retrospective analysis of immediate and follow-up results of aneurysms in locations outside the good clinical practice trials in which the WEB 17 was used on an intention-to-treat approach. RESULTS Between June 2017 and May 2020, forty-seven aneurysms in 44 patients met the inclusion criteria. Aneurysm locations were the ICA posterior communicating artery in 19 (40.3%), the ICA paraophthalmic or choroidal locations in 4 (8.6%), anterior cerebral artery A2 segment in 13 (27.7%), MCA M1 segment in 2 (4.3%), posterior cerebral artery P2 segment in 2 (4.3%), PICA in 3 (6.4%), and the superior cerebellar artery in 4 (8.4%) cases. The procedure-related morbidity and mortality rates in the entire series were 0.0%. The early and late (<12 and >12 months) complete occlusion rates were 63.9% (23/36) and 77.8% (14/18), respectively. CONCLUSIONS The WEB 17 is safe and effective in aneurysm locations different from the traditional bifurcation aneurysms included in the good clinical practice trials. Further studies will help to define the entire spectrum of aneurysm morphologies and locations suitable for the WEB 17.
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- S Zimmer
- From the Institut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie, Neuroradiologie, Nuklearmedizin (S.Z., V.M., W.W., S.F.), Universitätsklinik, Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum-Langendreer, Bochum, Germany
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- From the Institut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie, Neuroradiologie, Nuklearmedizin (S.Z., V.M., W.W., S.F.), Universitätsklinik, Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum-Langendreer, Bochum, Germany
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- Klinik für Diagnostische Radiologie und Neuroradiologie (C.M., A.B.), Klinikum Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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- Klinik für Diagnostische Radiologie und Neuroradiologie (C.M., A.B.), Klinikum Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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- From the Institut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie, Neuroradiologie, Nuklearmedizin (S.Z., V.M., W.W., S.F.), Universitätsklinik, Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum-Langendreer, Bochum, Germany
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- From the Institut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie, Neuroradiologie, Nuklearmedizin (S.Z., V.M., W.W., S.F.), Universitätsklinik, Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum-Langendreer, Bochum, Germany
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Amari K, Sugawara E, Yamamoto R, Amano Y, Yamamoto M, Johkura K. Antiplatelet Loading Effects Prior to Endovascular Treatment: Carotid Artery Stenosis versus Unruptured Cerebral Aneurysms. JOURNAL OF NEUROENDOVASCULAR THERAPY 2021; 15:347-351. [PMID: 37502419 PMCID: PMC10370956 DOI: 10.5797/jnet.oa.2019-0125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2020] [Accepted: 09/13/2020] [Indexed: 07/29/2023]
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Objective Carotid artery stenosis and cerebral aneurism may have different platelet functions and antiplatelet responses because these diseases have different etiologies. In this study, we compared the antiplatelet loading effects prior to endovascular treatment between carotid artery stenosis and unruptured cerebral aneurysm (UCA) patients. Methods Nine patients with asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis (ACS), 14 with symptomatic carotid artery stenosis (SCS), and 20 with unruptured cerebral aneurysms were enrolled in this study. Antiplatelet (aspirin + clopidogrel) loading effects prior to endovascular treatment were evaluated using light transmission aggregometry and platelet aggregate detection methods. Results Although there are differences in the prevalence of atherosclerosis risk factors, maximum aggregation rates in light transmission aggregometry and platelet aggregation-prone properties were not different in the three disease groups. Conclusion Preoperative dual antiplatelet therapy with aspirin and clopidogrel may be appropriate for both carotid artery stenosis and cerebral aneurism patients even though their conditions and background factors differ.
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- Kazumitsu Amari
- Department of Neuroendovascular Therapy, Yokohama Brain and Spine Center, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Neurology, Yokohama Brain and Spine Center, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Neuroendovascular Therapy, Yokohama Brain and Spine Center, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
- Department of Neurology, Yokohama Brain and Spine Center, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Neurology, Yokohama Brain and Spine Center, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Neurology, Yokohama Brain and Spine Center, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Neurology, Yokohama Brain and Spine Center, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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Zhou Y, Peng Q, Wu X, Zhang Y, Liu J, Yang X, Mu S. Endovascular Treatment of Tiny Aneurysms With Low-Profile Visualized Intraluminal Support Devices Using a "Compressed" Stent Technique. Front Neurol 2021; 11:610126. [PMID: 33391169 PMCID: PMC7775541 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2020.610126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2020] [Accepted: 12/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Objective: To investigate the safety and efficacy of low-profile visualized intraluminal support (LVIS) stent-assisted coiling of intracranial tiny aneurysms using a "compressed" stent technique. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed patients with tiny aneurysms treated in our hospital with LVIS devices using a compressed stent technique. We analyzed patients' imaging outcomes, clinical outcomes, and complications. Results: Forty-two tiny aneurysms in 42 patients were included in this study cohort; 8 patients presented with subarachnoid hemorrhage at admission. The immediate postoperative complete embolization rate was 76.2% (32/42). After an average of 8.5 months of imaging follow-up, the complete embolization rate was 90.5% (38/42), and no aneurysm recanalization occurred. After an average of 24.4 months of clinical follow-up, 95.2% (40/42) of the patients achieved favorable clinical outcomes (modified Rankin scale = 0/1). Operation-related complications occurred in two patients (4.8%); one intraoperative acute thrombosis, and one significant unilateral decreased vision during the postoperative follow-up. Conclusion: LVIS stent-assisted coiling of intracranial tiny aneurysms using a compressed stent technique is safe and effective. Combined stent compression technology is beneficial to maximize the complete embolization of aneurysms and reduce aneurysm recanalization. This study expands the clinical applicability of LVIS stents.
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- Yangyang Zhou
- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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Tian Q, Dong W, Zhang W, Xu Z, Wang J, Chen Q, Li M. Embolization with Stent-Assisted Technique for Wide-Necked Extremely Small Intracranial Aneurysm with Diameter no more than 2 mm. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2020; 29:105388. [PMID: 33096495 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2020.105388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2020] [Revised: 08/25/2020] [Accepted: 10/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the safety and efficacy of embolization with stent-assisted technique for wide-necked extremely small intracranial aneurysms (ESIAs) with diameter no more than 2 mm. METHODS From May 2015 through January 2019, 20 wide-necked ESIAs in 19 patients (6 males and 13 females, aged from 38 to 72 years old, average 59 years old) were embolized with stent-assisted technique. All these patients had a total of 29 aneurysms, 7 patients had multiple aneurysms and 1 patient had 2 ESIAs. 12 patients (63.2%) presented with subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), 9 of them have a culprit ESIA. The angiographic results before and after operation, procedural complications, and clinical condition with Hunt and Hess grade (H-H) and Fisher grade, as well as Glasgow outcome scale (GOS) at discharge were assessed. Follow-up results were evaluated by computer tomograph angiography (CTA) or digital subtract angiography (DSA). RESULTS The mean diameter of aneurysm neck was 1.68 ± 0.21 mm. Complete occlusion with Raymond grade I was achieved in 18 aneurysms (90.9%), 2 aneurysms were subtotal embolization with Raymond grade II (9.1%). All patients were treated with coil embolization with stent-assist technique successfully and all the stents were placed accurately and function well during the procedure. There is no rupture of aneurysm during operation, no coil protrusion to the distal blood vessel, and no cerebral infarction as well. When discharged, all patients recovered well. The follow-up results showed that only one patients with recurrence of aneurysm 27 months after embolization. CONCLUSION Embolization with stent-assisted technique for wide-necked ESIAs is safe and effective. However, the follow-up is not long enough in our study and a larger sample size are needed to obtain the long-term efficacy.
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- Qi Tian
- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Jie Fang Road 238, Wuhan, Hubei, 430060, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Jie Fang Road 238, Wuhan, Hubei, 430060, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Jie Fang Road 238, Wuhan, Hubei, 430060, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Jie Fang Road 238, Wuhan, Hubei, 430060, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Jie Fang Road 238, Wuhan, Hubei, 430060, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Jie Fang Road 238, Wuhan, Hubei, 430060, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Jie Fang Road 238, Wuhan, Hubei, 430060, China.
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Lee KS, Zhang JJY, Alalade AF, Vine R, Lanzino G, Park N, Roberts G, Gurusinghe NT. Radiological surveillance of small unruptured intracranial aneurysms: a systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression of 8428 aneurysms. Neurosurg Rev 2020; 44:2013-2023. [PMID: 33094423 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-020-01420-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2020] [Revised: 09/08/2020] [Accepted: 10/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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With the widespread use of imaging techniques, the possibility that an asymptomatic unruptured intracranial aneurysm (UIA) is detected has increased significantly. There is no established consensus regarding follow-up, duration, and frequency of such imaging surveillance. The objectives of this study include assessing the growth rate and rupture risk of small (less than 7mm) UIAs, identifying associated risk factors and providing an aneurysm surveillance protocol in appropriately selected patients. Systematic searches of Medline, Embase, and Cochrane Central were undertaken from database inception to March 2020 for published studies reporting the growth and rupture risks of small UIAs. Twenty-one studies reporting 8428 small UIAs were included in our meta-analysis. The pooled mean age was 61 years (95% CI: 55-67). The mean follow-up period for growth and rupture ranged from 11 to 108 months, with the pooled mean follow-up period across 14 studies being 42 months (95% CI: 33-51). Pooled overall growth rate was 6.0% (95% CI: 3.8-8.7). Pooled growth rates for aneurysms < 5mm and < 3 mm were 5.2% (95% CI: 3.0-7.9) and 0.8% (95% CI: 0.0-6.1), respectively. Pooled overall rupture rate was 0.4% (95% CI: 0.2-0.7). From the meta-regression analysis, having multiple aneurysms, smoking, hypertension, and personal history of SAH did not significantly predict growth, and a personal history of SAH, smoking, hypertension, and multiple aneurysms were not statistically significant predictors of rupture. Our findings suggest that small UIAs have low growth and rupture rates and very small UIAs have little or no risk for rupture. In the setting of incidental small UIAs, patients with multiple and/or posterior circulation aneurysms require more regular radiological monitoring.
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- Keng Siang Lee
- Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Royal Preston Hospital, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Preston, PR2 9HT, UK.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Royal Preston Hospital, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Preston, PR2 9HT, UK
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Royal Preston Hospital, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Preston, PR2 9HT, UK
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Royal Preston Hospital, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Preston, PR2 9HT, UK
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Jang M, Kim JH, Park JW, Roh H, Lee HJ, Seo J, Hwang SH, Yoon JH, Yoon SH, Cho BK. Features of "false positive" unruptured intracranial aneurysms on screening magnetic resonance angiography. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0238597. [PMID: 32881975 PMCID: PMC7470380 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0238597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2020] [Accepted: 08/19/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Physicians can find it challenging to decide whether confirmative digital subtraction angiography (DSA) should be performed in patients who present with "suspicious small aneurysm-like structures" on magnetic resonance angiography (MRA). Factors associated with "false positive aneurysms on MRA" (FPAMs)," which are finally confirmed as negative on DSA, have rarely been reported. This study aimed to identify the clinical or radiologic clues indicative of FPAM on DSA. METHODS Patients who had undergone DSA between 2016 and 2019 for suspicious aneurysm-like structures < 5 mm in size on MRA were enrolled. Patient demographics and the details regarding the geometry of the structures were retrospectively reviewed. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were conducted to identify the associated factors. Receiver operating characteristic curve analysis was performed to assess the clinical implications. RESULTS Of the 107 suspicious structures, 46 were indicated as being false positive on DSA (42.96%). Location (positive on C7 and negative on C5-6 ICA) and lower dome to neck ratio were found to be significant parameters in the multivariate analysis. The dome to neck ratio threshold value was 0.99. CONCLUSION Suspicious aneurysm-like structures located not on C5-6 but on C7 ICA and having wide neck morphologies (dome to neck ratio < 0.99) are highly likely to be negative on DSA.
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- Minsu Jang
- Department of Neurosurgery, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
- Trauma Center, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Guro Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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Wu TC, Tsui YK, Chen TY, Ko CC, Lin CJ, Chen JH, Lin CP. Discrepancy between two-dimensional and three-dimensional digital subtraction angiography for the planning of endovascular coiling of small cerebral aneurysms <5 mm. Interv Neuroradiol 2020; 26:733-740. [PMID: 32423318 DOI: 10.1177/1591019920925706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND To investigate the discrepancy between two-dimensional digital subtraction angiography and three-dimensional rotational angiography for small (<5 mm) cerebral aneurysms and the impact on decision making among neuro-interventional experts as evaluated by online questionnaire. MATERIALS AND METHODS Eight small (<5 mm) ruptured aneurysms were visually identified in 16 image sets in either two-dimensional or three-dimensional format for placement in a questionnaire for 11 invited neuro-interventionalists. For each set, two questions were posed: Question 1: "Which of the following is the preferred treatment choice: simple coiling, balloon remodeling or stent assisted coiling?"; Question 2: "Is it achievable to secure the aneurysm with pure simple coiling?" The discrepancies of angio-architecture parameters and treatment choices between two-dimensional-digital subtraction angiography and three-dimensional rotational angiography were evaluated. RESULTS In all eight cases, the neck images via three-dimensional rotational angiography were larger than two-dimensional-digital subtraction angiography with a mean difference of 0.95 mm. All eight cases analyzed with three-dimensional rotational angiography, but only one case with two-dimensional-digital subtraction angiography were classified as wide-neck aneurysms with dome-to-neck ratio < 1.5. The treatment choices based on the two-dimensional or three-dimensional information were different in 56 of 88 (63.6%) paired answers. Simple coiling was the preferred choice in 66 (75%) and 26 (29.6%) answers based on two-dimensional and three-dimensional information, respectively. Three types of angio-architecture with a narrow gap between the aneurysm sidewall and parent artery were proposed as an explanation for neck overestimation with three-dimensional rotational angiography. CONCLUSIONS Aneurysm neck overestimation with three-dimensional rotational angiography predisposed neuro-interventionalists to more complex treatment techniques. Additional two-dimensional information is crucial for endovascular treatment planning for small cerebral aneurysms.
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- Te-Chang Wu
- Department of Medical Imaging, Chi-Mei Medical Center, Tainan.,Department of Biomedical Imaging and Radiological Sciences, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei.,Department of Medical Sciences Industry, Chang Jung Christian University, Tainan
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Chi-Mei Medical Center, Tainan
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Chi-Mei Medical Center, Tainan.,Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Chang Jung Christian University, Tainan
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Chi-Mei Medical Center, Tainan.,The Center of Humanities and Society, Chia-Nan University of Pharmacy and Science, Tainan
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Chi-Mei Medical Center, Tainan
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- Department of Radiology, E-DA Hospital, E-DA Cancer Hospital, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung.,Center for Functional Onco-Imaging of Radiological Sciences, School of Medicine, University of California, Irvine, CA, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Imaging and Radiological Sciences, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei.,Institute of Neuroscience, School of Life Science, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei
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Brunet MC, Simonyan D, Carrondo Cottin S, Morin F, Milot G, Audet MÈ, Gariépy JL, Lavoie P. Effect of aneurysm size on procedure-related rupture in patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage treated with coil occlusion. INTERDISCIPLINARY NEUROSURGERY 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inat.2019.100566] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Wang JW, Li CH, Tian YY, Li XY, Liu JF, Li H, Gao BL. Safety and efficacy of endovascular treatment of ruptured tiny cerebral aneurysms compared with ruptured larger aneurysms. Interv Neuroradiol 2020; 26:283-290. [PMID: 31930939 DOI: 10.1177/1591019919897446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To investigate the effect and safety of endovascular embolization of tiny aneurysms (≤3 mm) within 72 h of subarachnoid hemorrhage compared with larger ones. MATERIALS AND METHODS Patients with intracranial aneurysms treated with endovascular embolization within 72 h were retrospectively enrolled and divided into group A (n = 33) with ruptured tiny aneurysms (≤3 mm) and group B (n = 244) with ruptured larger aneurysms (>3 mm). The clinical and angiographic data before and after embolization were analyzed. RESULTS Most tiny aneurysms were located at the posterior communicating artery (36.4%) followed by anterior communicating artery (18.2%). The stent-assisted coiling technique was used mostly in group A with 18 stents deployed (51.5%), but only 24 (9.8%) patients had stent-assisted coiling in group B, with the stent-assisted coiling technique more significantly (P < 0.001) frequently used in group A. No significant (P > 0.05) difference existed in the total, subtotal and incomplete occlusion of aneurysms in two groups. The procedure-related complication rate was not significantly (P > 0.05) different between groups A (24.2%) and B (17.0%). At discharge, no significant (P > 0.05) difference existed in the neurological abnormality between the two groups. Follow-up was performed in 64.5% (20/31) in group A and 75.6% (177/234) in group B. No significant (P > 0.05) difference existed in the aneurysm recurrence rate, deaths, and prognosis. CONCLUSION Early embolization of tiny cerebral aneurysms within 72 h of subarachnoid hemorrhage is safe and effective compared with ruptured large aneurysms treated in the same manner.
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- Ji-Wei Wang
- The First Hospital, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- The First Hospital, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- The First Hospital, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- The First Hospital, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- The First Hospital, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- The First Hospital, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- The First Hospital, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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Peng F, Feng X, Tong X, Zhang B, Wang L, Guo E, Qi P, Lu J, Wu Z, Wang D, Liu A. Endovascular Treatment of Small Ruptured Intracranial Aneurysms (<5 mm) : Long-term Clinical and Angiographic Outcomes and Related Predictors. Clin Neuroradiol 2019; 30:817-826. [PMID: 31696281 PMCID: PMC7728636 DOI: 10.1007/s00062-019-00835-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2019] [Accepted: 08/23/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Purpose To investigate the long-term clinical and angiographic outcomes and their related predictors in endovascular treatment (EVT) of small (<5 mm) ruptured intracranial aneurysms (SRA). Methods The study retrospectively reviewed patients with SRAs who underwent EVT between September 2011 and December 2016 in two Chinese stroke centers. Medical charts and telephone call follow-up were used to identify the overall unfavorable clinical outcomes (OUCO, modified Rankin score ≤2) and any recanalization or retreatment. The independent predictors of OUCO and recanalization were studied using univariate and multivariate analyses. Multivariate Cox proportional hazards models were used to identify the predictors of retreatment. Results In this study 272 SRAs were included with a median follow-up period of 5.0 years (interquartile range 3.5–6.5 years) and 231 patients with over 1171 aneurysm-years were contacted. Among these, OUCO, recanalization, and retreatment occurred in 20 (7.4%), 24 (12.8%), and 11 (7.1%) patients, respectively. Aneurysms accompanied by parent vessel stenosis (AAPVS), high Hunt-Hess grade, high Fisher grade, and intraoperative thrombogenesis in the parent artery (ITPA) were the independent predictors of OUCO. A wide neck was found to be a predictor of recanalization. The 11 retreatments included 1 case of surgical clipping, 6 cases of coiling, and 4 cases of stent-assisted coiling. A wide neck and AAPVS were the related predictors. Conclusion The present study demonstrated relatively favorable clinical and angiographic outcomes in EVT of SRAs in long-term follow-up of up to 5 years. THE AAPVS, as a morphological indicator of the parent artery for both OUCO and retreatment, needs further validation.
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- Fei Peng
- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China.,Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China.,China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, No. 119, South 4th Ring West Road, Fengtai District, 100070, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, No. 1 DaHua Road, Dong Dan, 100730, Beijing, China.,Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, No. 9 Dongdansantiao, Dongcheng District, 100730, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China.,Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China.,China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, No. 119, South 4th Ring West Road, Fengtai District, 100070, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China.,Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China.,China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, No. 119, South 4th Ring West Road, Fengtai District, 100070, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China.,Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China.,China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, No. 119, South 4th Ring West Road, Fengtai District, 100070, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China.,Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China.,China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, No. 119, South 4th Ring West Road, Fengtai District, 100070, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, No. 1 DaHua Road, Dong Dan, 100730, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, No. 1 DaHua Road, Dong Dan, 100730, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China.,Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, No. 1 DaHua Road, Dong Dan, 100730, Beijing, China. .,Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, No. 9 Dongdansantiao, Dongcheng District, 100730, Beijing, China.
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- Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China. .,Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, 100070, Beijing, China. .,China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, No. 119, South 4th Ring West Road, Fengtai District, 100070, Beijing, China.
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Safety and efficacy of treatment of very small intracranial aneurysms. Pol J Radiol 2019; 84:e360-e364. [PMID: 31969950 PMCID: PMC6964334 DOI: 10.5114/pjr.2019.89159] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2019] [Accepted: 08/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Purpose Very small intracranial aneurysms (VSIAs) may cause many neurological complications and even death. Thanks to technological progress and higher quality of non-invasive neuroimaging methods, these pathologies can be investigated sooner and treated earlier. Due to the controversy surrounding invasive treatment of these pathologies, the aim of the study was to analyse methods of treatment, their outcome, and complications in a group of patients with VSIAs. Material and methods Out of 444 cases of intracranial aneurysms treated in our centre, 65 aneurysms met the radiological criteria of VSIAs. The parameters – width and length of the aneurysm’s neck and width, length, and height of the aneurysm’s dome – were measured. The analysed parameters were as follows: symptoms upon admission and after treatment, days in hospital, and intraoperative complications. Clinical and radiological intensity of subarachnoid haemorrhage (SAH) was evaluated by using the Hunt-Hess and Fisher scales. The degree of embolisation of the aneurysm after the procedure was assessed using the Montreal Scale. Clinical outcome was assessed by Glasgow Outcome Scale. Results 50.77% of VSIAs were treated with endovascular procedures and 49.23% with neurosurgical clipping. SAH was presented in 38.46% of patients with VSIAs. Intraoperative complications were presented in 16.92% of patients with VSIAs, and the most common complication was ischaemic stroke. Stents were used in 51.52% of VSIAs. In 69.70% of embolisation procedures at VSIAs complete obliteration was achieved. The average result in the Montreal Scale was 1.31 (SD = 0.66). Conclusion VSIAs can be treated as effectively and safely as larger aneurysms, by both endovascular and surgical methods.
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Malhotra A, Wu X, Forman HP, Matouk CC, Gandhi D, Sanelli P. Management of Tiny Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms: A Comparative Effectiveness Analysis. JAMA Neurol 2019; 75:27-34. [PMID: 29159405 DOI: 10.1001/jamaneurol.2017.3232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Importance Unruptured intracranial aneurysms (UIAs) are relatively common in the general population and are being increasingly diagnosed; a significant proportion are tiny (≤3 mm) aneurysms. There is significant heterogeneity in practice and lack of clear guidelines on the management of incidental, tiny UIAs. It is important to quantify the implications of different management strategies in terms of health benefits to patients. Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of routine treatment (aneurysm coiling) vs 3 strategies for imaging surveillance compared with no preventive treatment or routine follow-up of tiny UIAs. Design, Setting, and Participants A decision-analytic model-based comparative effectiveness analysis was conducted from May 1 to June 30, 2017, using inputs from the medical literature. PubMed searches were performed to identify relevant literature for all key model inputs, each of which was derived from the clinical study with the most robust data and greatest applicability. Analysis included 10 000 iterations simulating adult patients with incidental detections of UIAs 3 mm or smaller and no history of subarachnoid hemorrhage. Interventions The following 5 management strategies for tiny UIAs were evaluated: annual magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) screening, biennial MRA screening, MRA screening every 5 years, aneurysm coiling and follow-up, and no treatment or preventive follow-up. Main Outcomes and Measures A Markov decision model for lifetime rupture was constructed from a societal perspective per 10 000 patients with incidental, tiny UIAs. Outcomes were assessed in terms of quality-adjusted life-years. Probabilistic, 1-way, and 2-way sensitivity analyses were performed. Results In this analysis of 10 000 iterations simulating adult patients with a mean age of 50 years, the base-case calculation shows that the management strategy of no treatment or preventive follow-up has the highest health benefit (mean [SD] quality-adjusted life-years, 19.40 [0.31]). Among the management strategies that incorporate follow-up imaging, MRA every 5 years is the best strategy with the next highest effectiveness (mean [SD] quality-adjusted life-years, 18.05 [0.62]). The conclusion remains robust in probabilistic and 1-way sensitivity analyses. No routine follow-up remains the optimal strategy when the annual growth rate and risk of rupture of growing aneurysms are varied. When the annual risk of rupture of nongrowing UIAs is less than 1.7% (0.23% in base case scenario), no follow-up is the optimal strategy. If annual risk of rupture is more than 1.7%, coiling should be performed directly. Conclusions and Relevance Given the current literature, no preventive treatment or imaging follow-up is the most effective strategy in patients with aneurysms that are 3 mm or smaller, resulting in better health outcomes. More aggressive imaging surveillance for aneurysm growth or preventive treatment should be reserved for patients with a high risk of rupture. Given these findings, it is important to critically evaluate the appropriateness of current clinical practices, and potentially determine specific guidelines to reflect the most effective management strategy for patients with incidental, tiny UIAs.
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- Ajay Malhotra
- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, of Economics, of Management, and of Public Health, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut
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- Department of Neurosurgery and of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut
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- Interventional Neuroradiology, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Neurology and Neurosurgery, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Radiology, Northwell Health, Long Island, New York
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Wu X, Matouk CC, Mangla R, Forman HP, Gandhi D, Sanelli P, Malhotra A. Cost-Effectiveness of Computed Tomography Angiography in Management of Tiny Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms in the United States. Stroke 2019; 50:2396-2403. [DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.119.025600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Background and Purpose—
Our study aims to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of computed tomography angiography (CTA) for surveillance of tiny unruptured intracranial aneurysms and the impact of CTA radiation-induced brain tumor on the overall effectiveness of CTA.
Methods—
A Markov decision model was constructed from a societal perspective starting with patients 30-, 40-, or 50-year-old, with incidental detection of unruptured intracranial aneurysm ≤3 mm and no prior history of subarachnoid hemorrhage. Five different management strategies were assessed (1) annual CTA surveillance, (2) biennial CTA, (3) CTA follow-up every 5 years, (4) coiling and subsequent magnetic resonance imaging follow-up, and (5) annual CTA surveillance for the first 2 years, followed by every 5-year CTA follow-up. Probabilistic, 1-way, and 2-way sensitivity analyses were performed.
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The base case calculation shows every 5-year CTA follow-up to be the most cost-effective strategy, and the conclusion remains robust in probabilistic sensitivity analysis. It remains the dominant strategy when the annual rupture risk of nongrowing unruptured intracranial aneurysms is smaller than 2.66% or the rupture risk in growing aneurysms is <57.4%. The radiation-induced brain cancer risk is relatively low, and sensitivity analysis shows that the radiation-induced cancer risk does not influence the conclusions unless the risk exceeds 663-fold of the base case values.
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Given the current literature, every 5-year CTA imaging follow-up is the cost-effective strategy in patients with aneurysms ≤3 mm, resulting in better health outcomes and lower healthcare spending. Patients with aneurysms at high risk of rupture might need more aggressive management.
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- Xiao Wu
- From the Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging (X.W., C.C.M., H.P.F.), Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT
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- From the Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging (X.W., C.C.M., H.P.F.), Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT
- Department of Neurosurgery (C.C.M.), Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT
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- Department of Radiology, State University of New York, Upstate Medical University (R.M.)
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- From the Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging (X.W., C.C.M., H.P.F.), Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT
- Department of Economics, of Management, and of Public Health (H.P.F.), Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT
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- University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore (D.G.)
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- Department of Radiology, The Imaging Clinical Effectiveness and Outcomes Research, Northwell Health (P.S.)
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Kim JH, Han H, Moon YJ, Suh S, Kwon TH, Kim JH, Chong K, Yoon WK. Hemodynamic Features of Microsurgically Identified, Thin-Walled Regions of Unruptured Middle Cerebral Artery Aneurysms Characterized Using Computational Fluid Dynamics. Neurosurgery 2019; 86:851-859. [DOI: 10.1093/neuros/nyz311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2018] [Accepted: 05/18/2019] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND
Thin-walled regions (TWRs) of aneurysm surfaces observed in microscopic surgery are thought to be vulnerable areas for growth and rupture of unruptured intracranial aneurysms (UIAs).
OBJECTIVE
To identify hemodynamic features of TWRs of aneurysms by using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analyses of unruptured middle cerebral artery bifurcation (MCAB) aneurysms.
METHODS
Nine patients with 11 MCAB aneurysms were enrolled, and their TWRs were identified. CFD analysis was performed using 3 parameters: pressure, wall shear stress (WSS), and WSS divergence (WSSD). Each parameter was evaluated for its correspondence with TWR.
RESULTS
Among 11 aneurysms, 15 TWRs were identified. Corresponding matches with CFD parameters (pressure, WSS, and WSSD) were 73.33, 46.67, and 86.67%, respectively.
CONCLUSION
WSSD, a hemodynamic parameter that accounts for both magnitude and directionality of WSS, showed the highest correspondence. High WSSD might correspond with TWR of intracranial aneurysms, which are likely high-risk areas for rupture.
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- Jang Hun Kim
- Department of Neurosurgery, Armed Forces Capital Hospital, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
- Department of Neurosurgery, Guro Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Computational Fluid Dynamics and Acoustics Laboratory, School of Mechanical Engineering, Korea University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Computational Fluid Dynamics and Acoustics Laboratory, School of Mechanical Engineering, Korea University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Guro Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Guro Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Guro Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Guro Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Guro Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Embolization of very small (≤3 mm) unruptured intracranial aneurysms: A large single-center experience on treatment of unruptured versus ruptured cases. World Neurosurg 2019; 128:e1087-e1095. [DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.05.070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2019] [Revised: 05/07/2019] [Accepted: 05/08/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Zhao B, Xing H, Fan L, Tan X, Zhong M, Pan Y, Wan J. Endovascular Coiling versus Surgical Clipping of Very Small Ruptured Anterior Communicating Artery Aneurysms. World Neurosurg 2019; 126:e1246-e1250. [DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.03.074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2019] [Revised: 03/07/2019] [Accepted: 03/08/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Kim JH, Choi CH, Lee JI, Lee TH, Ko JK. Endovascular treatment of ruptured tiny aneurysms. J Cerebrovasc Endovasc Neurosurg 2019; 21:67-76. [PMID: 31886142 PMCID: PMC6911774 DOI: 10.7461/jcen.2019.21.2.67] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2019] [Revised: 06/18/2019] [Accepted: 06/20/2019] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Endovascular coiling of ruptured tiny aneurysms (RTAs) in the brain has been known to be technically challenging owing to the higher rate of adverse events, such as thromboembolism and intraoperative rupture. The aim of this study was to report our ex-periences of endovascular treatment of RTAs (size, ≤3 mm). METHODS From January 2006 to December 2017, 35 RTAs in 35 patients were treated at our institution with an endosaccular coiling. Procedural data and clinical and angiographic results were retrospectively reviewed. RESULTS The mean size of the RTAs was 2.53 mm (SD: 0.38). The neck remodeling technique was applied to 14 aneurysms, including stent-assisted coiling (n=7) and balloon-assisted coiling (n=7). Procedure-related complications included intraprocedural rupture (n=2), thromboembolic event (n=1), and early rebleeding (n=2), which needed recoiling. Regarding immediate angiographic control, complete occlusion was achieved in 25 aneurysms (71.4%), small neck remnant in 5 (14.3%), and definite remnant in 5 (14.3%). At the end of follow-up, 31 of the 35 patients (88.6%) were able to function independently. Twenty-two of the 35 patients underwent follow-up conventional angiography (mean, 468 days). Stable occlusion was achieved in 20 of the 22 patients (90.9%), minor recanalization in 1 (4.5%), and major recanalization, which required recoiling, in 1 (4.5%). CONCLUSION Our experiences demonstrate that endovascular treatment for RTAs is both feasible and effective. However, periprocedural rebleedings were found to occur more often (11.4%) than what is generally suspected.
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- Joon Hyuk Kim
- Department of Neurosurgery, Diagnostic Radiology, Medical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Diagnostic Radiology, Medical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Diagnostic Radiology, Medical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Diagnostic Radiology, Medical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Diagnostic Radiology, Medical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan, Korea
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Li L, Zhang X, Feng Z, Zhao R, Hong B, Xu Y, Huang Q, Liu J. Risk Factors for Intraprocedural Rupture in the Endovascular Treatment of Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms: A Single-Center Experience with 1232 Procedures. World Neurosurg 2019; 123:e9-e14. [DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2018.09.164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2017] [Revised: 09/20/2018] [Accepted: 09/21/2018] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Malhotra A, Wu X, Matouk CC, Forman HP, Gandhi D, Sanelli P. MR Angiography Screening and Surveillance for Intracranial Aneurysms in Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease: A Cost-effectiveness Analysis. Radiology 2019; 291:400-408. [PMID: 30777807 DOI: 10.1148/radiol.2019181399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Background Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) affects one in 400 to one in 1000 individuals; 10%-11% of these individuals have intracranial aneurysms. The frequency and patterns of screening for intracranial aneurysms have not been defined. Purpose To evaluate different MR angiography screening and surveillance strategies for unruptured intracranial aneurysms in patients with ADPKD. Materials and Methods A Markov decision-analytic model was constructed accounting for both costs and outcomes from a societal perspective. Five different management strategies were evaluated: (a) no screening for intracranial aneurysm, (b) one-time screening with annual MR angiography follow-up in patients with intracranial aneurysm, (c) MR angiographic screening every 5 years with endovascular treatment in detected intracranial aneurysm, (d) MR angiography screening every 5 years with annual MR angiography follow-up in patients with intracranial aneurysm, and (e) MR angiography screening every 5 years with biennial follow-up in patients with intracranial aneurysm. One-way, two-way, and probabilistic sensitivity analyses were performed. Results Base case calculation shows that MR angiography screening of patients with ADPKD every 5 years and annual follow-up in patients with detected intracranial aneurysm is the optimal strategy (cost, $19 839; utility, 25.86 quality-adjusted life years), which becomes more favorable as the life expectancy increases beyond 6 years. The conclusion remains robust in probabilistic and one-way sensitivity analyses. When the prevalence of intracranial aneurysms is greater than 10%, annual rupture risk is 0.35%-2.5%, and the rate of de novo aneurysm detection is lower than 1.8%, MR angiography screening every 5 years with annual MR angiography follow-up is the favorable strategy. Conclusion Screening for intracranial aneurysms with MR angiography in patients with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease is cost-effective. Repeat screening every 5 years should be performed after a negative initial study. Annual surveillance MR angiography is optimal in patients with detected, incidental intracranial aneurysm, and treatment may be considered in patients with growing, high-risk aneurysms. © RSNA, 2019 Online supplemental material is available for this article. See also the editorial by Anzai in this issue.
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- Ajay Malhotra
- From the Departments of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging (A.M., X.W., C.C.M., H.P.F.), Neurosurgery (C.C.M.), Economics (H.P.F.), Management (H.P.F.), and Public Health (H.P.F.), Yale School of Medicine, 333 Cedar St, Box 208042, Tompkins East 2, New Haven, CT 06520-8042; Department of Radiology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Md (D.G.); and Department of Radiology, Northwell Health, Manhasset, NY (P.S.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging (A.M., X.W., C.C.M., H.P.F.), Neurosurgery (C.C.M.), Economics (H.P.F.), Management (H.P.F.), and Public Health (H.P.F.), Yale School of Medicine, 333 Cedar St, Box 208042, Tompkins East 2, New Haven, CT 06520-8042; Department of Radiology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Md (D.G.); and Department of Radiology, Northwell Health, Manhasset, NY (P.S.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging (A.M., X.W., C.C.M., H.P.F.), Neurosurgery (C.C.M.), Economics (H.P.F.), Management (H.P.F.), and Public Health (H.P.F.), Yale School of Medicine, 333 Cedar St, Box 208042, Tompkins East 2, New Haven, CT 06520-8042; Department of Radiology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Md (D.G.); and Department of Radiology, Northwell Health, Manhasset, NY (P.S.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging (A.M., X.W., C.C.M., H.P.F.), Neurosurgery (C.C.M.), Economics (H.P.F.), Management (H.P.F.), and Public Health (H.P.F.), Yale School of Medicine, 333 Cedar St, Box 208042, Tompkins East 2, New Haven, CT 06520-8042; Department of Radiology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Md (D.G.); and Department of Radiology, Northwell Health, Manhasset, NY (P.S.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging (A.M., X.W., C.C.M., H.P.F.), Neurosurgery (C.C.M.), Economics (H.P.F.), Management (H.P.F.), and Public Health (H.P.F.), Yale School of Medicine, 333 Cedar St, Box 208042, Tompkins East 2, New Haven, CT 06520-8042; Department of Radiology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Md (D.G.); and Department of Radiology, Northwell Health, Manhasset, NY (P.S.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging (A.M., X.W., C.C.M., H.P.F.), Neurosurgery (C.C.M.), Economics (H.P.F.), Management (H.P.F.), and Public Health (H.P.F.), Yale School of Medicine, 333 Cedar St, Box 208042, Tompkins East 2, New Haven, CT 06520-8042; Department of Radiology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Md (D.G.); and Department of Radiology, Northwell Health, Manhasset, NY (P.S.)
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Wu P, Ocak PE, Wang D, Ocak U, Xu S, Li Y, Zhang T, Shi H. Endovascular Treatment of Ruptured Tiny Intracranial Aneurysms with Low-Profile Visualized Intraluminal Support Device. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2018; 28:330-337. [PMID: 30391328 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2018.09.052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2018] [Revised: 08/30/2018] [Accepted: 09/30/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Ruptured tiny intracranial aneurysms (TIAs) have been challenging both for endovascular and neurosurgical interventions. Thus, we aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of low-profile visualized intraluminal support (LVIS) device in the treatment of ruptured TIAs (rTIAs). MATERIAL AND METHODS Among 761 intracranial aneurysms which were treated either surgically or endovascularly, 32 rTIAs underwent stent-assisted coiling with LVIS device between 2014 and 2017. Patient data were reviewed retrospectively. Clinical and radiological outcomes were recorded at discharge and mid-term follow-up. RESULTS Mean patient ages were 53 ± 14.5 years. Mean aneurysm size was 2.28 ± .53 mm (range, 1-2.9 mm) with a mean dome:neck ratio of 1.08 (range, .75-2.14). The LVIS stents were successfully implanted in all patients. Mean follow-up period was 9.3 ± 1.9 months (range, 6-15 months). Immediate angiographic evaluation demonstrated complete occlusion in 13 (40.6%) patients, while neck remnant and residual sac were observed in 12 (37.5%) and 7 (21.9%), respectively. All patients had moderate disability (mRS 2-3) at discharge. Number of aneurysms with complete occlusion significantly increased and 82.1% of the patients (23 of 28) demonstrated complete occlusion at follow-up (P = .0015). Among these, 27 had good outcome (mRS 0-1; 96.9%) with significant improvement compared to discharge (P = .0001). There was no recurrence or enlargement of the residual aneurysms. Additionally, there were no procedure-related complications except the one (3.6%) showing asymptomatic stenosis of the posterior cerebral artery in follow-up imagings. CONCLUSIONS Stent-assisted coiling of rTIAs with LVIS device provides high rates of technical success and complete occlusion at mid-term follow-up with an excellent safety profile.
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- Pei Wu
- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China.
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- Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, California,.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China.
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- Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, California,.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China.
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Unruptured intracranial aneurysms (UIA) occur in approximately 2-3 % of the population. Most of these lesions are incidentally found, asymptomatic and typically carry a benign course. Although the risk of aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage is low, this complication can result in significant morbidity and mortality, making assessment of this risk the cornerstone of UIA management. This article reviews important factors to consider when managing unruptured intracranial aneurysms including patient demographics, comorbidities, family history, symptom status, and aneurysm characteristics. It also addresses screening, monitoring, medical management and current surgical and endovascular therapies.
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Qin F, Li Z, Fang X, Zhao X, Liu J, Wu D, Lai N. Therapeutic effect of enterprise stent-assisted embolization for very small ruptured intracranial aneurysms. Medicine (Baltimore) 2017; 96:e7832. [PMID: 28834890 PMCID: PMC5572012 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000007832] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Enterprise stent has been widespread used in wide-necked intracranial aneurysms and good efficacy has been achieved, but there are few reports on its applications in very small ruptured intracranial aneurysms in literatures. This study aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Enterprise stent-assisted coiling embolization of very small ruptured intracranial aneurysms.We retrospectively reviewed the clinical and imaging data from 37 patients with very small ruptured intracranial aneurysms who had SAC using Enterprise stents performed from February 2012 to July 2016 in our department. Data collected and analyzed included patient demographics, morphologic features of the aneurysm, treatment results, and follow-up results. Clinical outcomes were evaluated by the Glasgow Outcome Scale (GOS).Enterprise stents were successfully implanted in all 37 patients with very small ruptured intracranial aneurysms. Of the 37 individuals, 28 patients exhibited complete occlusion at Raymond grade I, 5 patients exhibited occlusion at Raymond grade II, and 4 patients at Raymond grade III. Procedure-related complications occurred in 3 of 37 patients (8.1%), including 1 case of intraprocedure aneurysm rupture who died from cerebral herniation caused by severe postoperative cerebral ischemia during the hospital stay, and the other 2 complications were acute in-stent thrombosis, and occlusion of parent artery caused by falling-off internal carotid artery plaque, respectively. A total of 36 patients underwent postoperative clinical follow-up visits for 6 to 24 months of which 31 patients recovered (GOS ≥ 4). One patient had hemiplegic paralysis, and no rehemorrhage was found. A total of 25 patients underwent follow-up digital subtraction angiography (DSA) at 3-21 months postintervention, in whom there were 22 cases with complete occlusion, 2 cases with recurrence of aneurysm neck, and 1 case with in-stent restenosis, but there was no patient with neurologic deficits.The Enterprise stent-assisted coiling embolization can be a safe and effective technique for treatment of very small ruptured intracranial aneurysms.
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Malhotra A, Wu X, Forman HP, Grossetta Nardini HK, Matouk CC, Gandhi D, Moore C, Sanelli P. Growth and Rupture Risk of Small Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms: A Systematic Review. Ann Intern Med 2017; 167:26-33. [PMID: 28586893 DOI: 10.7326/m17-0246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Small unruptured intracranial aneurysms (UIAs) are increasingly diagnosed. Management depends on growth and rupture risks, which may vary by aneurysm size. PURPOSE To summarize evidence about the growth and rupture risk of UIAs 7 mm and smaller and to explore differences in growth and rupture risks of very small (≤3 mm) and small (≤5 mm) aneurysms. DATA SOURCES MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library from inception to 2017 (with no language restrictions). STUDY SELECTION Published case series and observational studies that reported natural history data on UIAs 7 mm and smaller. DATA EXTRACTION 2 reviewers abstracted study information, evaluated study quality, and graded strength of evidence. DATA SYNTHESIS Of 26 studies, 5, 10, and 8 described the growth rate of aneurysms 3 mm and smaller, 5 mm and smaller, and 7 mm and smaller, respectively, whereas rupture rates were reported in 7, 11, and 13 studies for aneurysms 3 mm and smaller, 5 mm and smaller, and 7 mm and smaller, respectively. The annualized growth rate was less than 3% in all but 1 study for all 3 size categories. The annualized rupture rate was 0%, less than 0.5%, and less than 1% for the 3 size categories, respectively. Strength of evidence was very low quality for growth rates and low quality for rupture rates. LIMITATION Heterogeneous definitions of growth; heterogeneous and selective treatment and follow-up methods, particularly in high-risk patients. CONCLUSION Poor-quality evidence suggests that small UIAs have low growth and rupture rates and very small UIAs have little or no risk for rupture. PRIMARY FUNDING SOURCE None.
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- Ajay Malhotra
- From Yale School of Medicine and Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut; University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland; and Northwell Health, Manhasset, New York
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- From Yale School of Medicine and Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut; University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland; and Northwell Health, Manhasset, New York
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- From Yale School of Medicine and Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut; University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland; and Northwell Health, Manhasset, New York
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- From Yale School of Medicine and Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut; University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland; and Northwell Health, Manhasset, New York
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- From Yale School of Medicine and Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut; University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland; and Northwell Health, Manhasset, New York
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- From Yale School of Medicine and Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut; University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland; and Northwell Health, Manhasset, New York
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- From Yale School of Medicine and Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut; University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland; and Northwell Health, Manhasset, New York
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- From Yale School of Medicine and Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut; University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland; and Northwell Health, Manhasset, New York
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Brinjikji W, Yamaki V, Lanzino G. Reply. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol 2016; 37:E76. [PMID: 27469207 DOI: 10.3174/ajnr.a4909] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- W Brinjikji
- Department of Radiology Mayo Clinic Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Radiology Mayo Clinic Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Radiology Mayo Clinic Rochester, Minnesota
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Wu X, Kalra VB, Durand D, Malhotra A. Regarding "Endovascular Treatment of Very Small Intracranial Aneurysms: Meta-Analysis". AJNR Am J Neuroradiol 2016; 37:E74-E75. [PMID: 27469206 DOI: 10.3174/ajnr.a4906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- X Wu
- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging Yale School of Medicine New Haven, Connecticut
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging Yale School of Medicine New Haven, Connecticut
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging Yale School of Medicine New Haven, Connecticut
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging Yale School of Medicine New Haven, Connecticut
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Beckett JS, Duckwiler GR, Tateshima S, Szeder V, Jahan R, Gonzalez N, Vinuela F. Coil embolization through the Marathon microcatheter: Advantages and pitfalls. Interv Neuroradiol 2016; 23:28-33. [PMID: 27789619 DOI: 10.1177/1591019916667722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Due to technical limitations, small, distal, and tortuous intracranial pathology is sometimes out of reach of the current armamentarium of microcatheters designed for intracranial coil embolization. The Marathon microcatheter (Medtronic, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA), designed specifically for the delivery of Onyx, is longer and more flexible than most coil delivery catheters. We report on nine patients (three with arteriovenous fistula, three with arteriovenous malformation, two with intracranial aneurysm, and one with tumor) where Marathon was used to deliver commercially available platinum coils. We also conducted laboratory compatibility testing and conclude that the Marathon can be used as a coil delivery catheter for Barricade coils (Blockade Medical, Irvine, California, USA) with diameter less than 0.012 in.
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- Joel S Beckett
- 1 Department of Neurosurgery, University of California Los Angeles, USA
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- 2 Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, University of California Los Angeles, USA
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- 2 Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, University of California Los Angeles, USA
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- 2 Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, University of California Los Angeles, USA
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- 2 Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, University of California Los Angeles, USA
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- 2 Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, University of California Los Angeles, USA
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- 2 Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, University of California Los Angeles, USA
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