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Ni H, Zhao LB, Liu S, Jia ZY, Cao YZ, Shi HB. Open-cell stent-assisted coiling for the treatment of paraclinoid aneurysms: traditional endovascular treatment is still not out of date. Neuroradiology 2021; 63:1521-1530. [PMID: 33630124 DOI: 10.1007/s00234-021-02679-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2020] [Accepted: 02/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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PURPOSE Before we enter the era of flow diverter stents (FDS), the standard stent-assisted coiling technique is a well-established treatment option for routine paraclinoid aneurysms. We assess the clinical safety and efficacy of stent-assisted coiling with open-cell stent in the treatment of paraclinoid aneurysms and evaluate the association between clinical factors and follow-up aneurysm occlusion. METHODS The clinical and radiographic data of 110 consecutive patients with 122 paraclinoid aneurysms treated with open-cell stent between April 2015 and April 2019 were analyzed retrospectively at our center. We assessed the immediate and progressive occlusion rates, complications, and clinical outcome. Multivariate analysis was performed to investigate the risk factors of angiographic incomplete occlusion. RESULTS Among 110 patients, stent-assisted coiling was successfully performed in all cases. Four (3.6%) thromboembolic events were reported during the procedure, which resulted in transient morbidity. Immediate angiography demonstrated complete occlusion in 64 (52.5%) aneurysms and no occlusion of ophthalmic artery. Angiographic follow-up at 6 months demonstrated an increase in the complete occlusion rate to 92.9%. No delayed in-stent stenosis was observed, and three aneurysms recurred. Clinical follow-up was completed in 102 patients (92.7%), and favorable outcomes were achieved in 101 (99%) patients at 6 months. Multivariate analysis showed that aneurysm size (p < 0.001) was associated with incomplete aneurysm occlusion at follow-up. CONCLUSION Stent-assisted coil embolization with open-cell stents is safe and effective for the treatment of paraclinoid aneurysms and provides progressive occlusion without significant in-stent stenosis events.
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- Heng Ni
- Department of Interventional Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 210029, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 210029, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 210029, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 210029, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 210029, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 210029, Jiangsu, China.
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Sun Z, Yan X, Li X, Wu J. Evaluation of Surgical Clipping and Endovascular Coiling on Oculomotor Nerve Palsy Caused by Internal Carotid Artery Aneurysm. Front Neurol 2020; 11:609003. [PMID: 33362706 PMCID: PMC7759633 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2020.609003] [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: 09/22/2020] [Accepted: 11/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Objectives: Internal carotid artery (ICA) aneurysm often leads to oculomotor nerve palsy (ONP) that impairs eye movement. Currently, microsurgical clipping and endovascular coiling are the two major options to treat ONP. The purpose of the current study is to compare the clinical outcomes of the two methods in patients with ONP caused by ICA aneurysm. Patients and Methods: In the present study, we assessed the prognostic factors and recovery outcomes of a total of 90 ICA aneurysm-induced ONP patients, where 50 of them were treated with microsurgical clipping and 40 of them were treated with endovascular coiling. Within the endovascular coiling group, 20 of the patients were treated with balloon-assisted coiling and the other 20 were treated with stent-assisted coiling. Results: Overall, we achieved a 59% (53 out of 90) full recovery rate. Both surgical clipping and endovascular coiling treatment methods achieved similar recovery outcomes in the tested patients. However, within the endovascular coiling group, balloon-assisted coiling treatment demonstrated a significantly higher full recovery rate (17 out of 20) compared to stent-assisted coiling treatment (eight out of 20). Conclusion: In general, no significant difference was identified between the surgical and coiling treatments, and both procedures were considered as beneficial for ICA aneurysm-induced ONP.
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- Zhenqing Sun
- Department of Neurosurgery, Guangdong 999 Brain Hospital, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Guangdong 999 Brain Hospital, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Guangdong 999 Brain Hospital, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Guangdong 999 Brain Hospital, Guangzhou, China
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Zeng S, Yang H, Yang D, Xu L, Xu M, Wang H. Case Report of Late Type IIIb Endoleak with Willis Covered Stent (WCS) and Literature Review. World Neurosurg 2019; 130:160-164. [PMID: 31233925 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.06.105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2019] [Revised: 06/12/2019] [Accepted: 06/13/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We report a case of late type IIIb endoleak with Willis covered stent (WCS) developed 14 months after endovascular paraclinoid aneurysm repair. METHODS A 52-year-old woman presented with episodic headache, caused by a giant paraclinoid aneurysm. She underwent a successful 3.5 x 16mm WCS positioning to treat the aneurysm. Fourteen months later, the patient was admitted with the same symptoms. Digital subtraction angiography examination showed recurrence of the aneurysm, which was similar to the preoperative one. DynaCT (Siemens, Erlangen, Germany) indicated the intact of the metal structure of the stent without migration. Type IIIb endoleak (defect in the graft fabric) was confirmed with a whole aneurysm neck located in the middle part of the stent. The type IIIb endoleak was treated with another WCS (4.0 x 16mm). The immediate digital subtraction angiography imaging indicated that the endoleak disappeared and the aneurysm was completely occluded. Re-examination done 1 year after the second treatment showed a complete exclusion of the aneurysm sac. CONCLUSIONS Type IIIb endoleaks can be safely treated by the endovascular positioning of another WCS. Continuous surveillance after endovascular paraclinoid aneurysm repair for intracranial aneurysms is warranted to make ensure the safety of WCS.
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- Shi Zeng
- Department of Neurosurgery, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, PR China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, PR China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, PR China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, PR China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, PR China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, PR China
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Algra AM, Lindgren A, Vergouwen MDI, Greving JP, van der Schaaf IC, van Doormaal TPC, Rinkel GJE. Procedural Clinical Complications, Case-Fatality Risks, and Risk Factors in Endovascular and Neurosurgical Treatment of Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. JAMA Neurol 2019; 76:282-293. [PMID: 30592482 PMCID: PMC6439725 DOI: 10.1001/jamaneurol.2018.4165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 133] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2018] [Accepted: 11/02/2018] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Importance The risk of procedural clinical complications and the case-fatality rate (CFR) from preventive treatment of unruptured intracranial aneurysms varies between studies and may depend on treatment modality and risk factors. Objective To assess current procedural clinical 30-day complications and the CFR from endovascular treatment (EVT) and neurosurgical treatment (NST) of unruptured intracranial aneurysms and risk factors of clinical complications. Data Sources We searched PubMed, Excerpta Medica Database, and the Cochrane Database for studies published between January 1, 2011, and January 1, 2017. Study Selection Studies reporting on clinical complications, the CFR, and risk factors, including 50 patients or more undergoing EVT or NST for saccular unruptured intracranial aneurysms after January 1, 2000, were eligible. Data Extraction and Synthesis Per treatment modality, we analyzed clinical complication risk and the CFR with mixed-effects logistic regression models for dichotomous data. For studies reporting data on complication risk factors, we obtained risk ratios (RRs) or odds ratios (ORs) with 95% CIs and pooled risk estimates with weighted random-effects models. Main Outcomes and Measures Clinical complications within 30 days and the CFR. Results We included 114 studies (106 433 patients with 108 263 aneurysms). For EVT (74 studies), the pooled clinical complication risk was 4.96% (95% CI, 4.00%-6.12%), and the CFR was 0.30% (95% CI, 0.20%-0.40%). Factors associated with complications from EVT were female sex (pooled OR, 1.06 [95% CI, 1.01-1.11]), diabetes (OR, 1.81 [95% CI, 1.05-3.13]), hyperlipidemia (OR, 1.76 [95% CI, 1.3-2.37]), cardiac comorbidity (OR, 2.27 [95% CI, 1.53-3.37]), wide aneurysm neck (>4 mm or dome-to-neck ratio >1.5; OR, 1.71 [95% CI, 1.38-2.11]), posterior circulation aneurysm (OR, 1.42 [95% CI, 1.15-1.74]), stent-assisted coiling (OR, 1.82 [95% CI, 1.16-2.85]), and stenting (OR, 3.43 [95% CI, 1.45-8.09]). For NST (54 studies), the pooled complication risk was 8.34% (95% CI, 6.25%-11.10%) and the CFR was 0.10% (95% CI, 0.00%-0.20%). Factors associated with complications from NST were age (OR per year increase, 1.02 [95% CI, 1.01-1.02]), female sex (OR, 0.43 [95% CI, 0.32-0.85]), coagulopathy (OR, 2.14 [95% CI, 1.13-4.06]), use of anticoagulation (OR, 6.36 [95% CI, 2.55-15.85]), smoking (OR, 1.95 [95% CI, 1.36-2.79]), hypertension (OR, 1.45 [95% CI, 1.03-2.03]), diabetes (OR, 2.38 [95% CI, 1.54-3.67]), congestive heart failure (OR, 2.71 [95% CI, 1.57-4.69]), posterior aneurysm location (OR, 7.25 [95% CI, 3.70-14.20]), and aneurysm calcification (OR, 2.89 [95% CI, 1.35-6.18]). Conclusions and Relevance This study identifies risk factors for procedural complications. Large data sets with individual patient data are needed to develop and validate prediction scores for absolute complication risks and CFRs from EVT and NST modalities.
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- Annemijn M. Algra
- Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Neurosurgery, NeuroCenter, Kuopio University Hospital, Kuopio, Finland
- Department of Neurosurgery, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland
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- Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Radiology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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Kim BM, Park KY, Lee JW, Chung J, Kim DJ, Kim DI. A Newly-Developed Flow Diverter (FloWise) for Internal Carotid Artery Aneurysm: Results of a Pilot Clinical Study. Korean J Radiol 2019; 20:505-512. [PMID: 30799582 PMCID: PMC6389806 DOI: 10.3348/kjr.2018.0421] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2018] [Accepted: 10/17/2018] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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- Byung Moon Kim
- Department of Radiology, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Severance Stroke Center, Severance Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Severance Stroke Center, Severance Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Severance Stroke Center, Severance Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Severance Stroke Center, Severance Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Severance Stroke Center, Severance Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, Seongnam, Korea
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Efficacy and Safety of Willis Covered Stent for Treatment of Internal Carotid Artery Aneurysms. J Craniofac Surg 2018; 28:e263-e265. [PMID: 28468214 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000003565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical and short-term outcome of patients who underwent covered stent treatment for internal carotid artery aneurysms. METHODS Twelve cases patients with internal carotid artery aneurysms were treated with Willis covered stents during the period from December 2010 to January 2016. The guiding catheter was placed as high as possible to facilitate the delivery of the covered stent system. RESULTS Covered stent placement was successful in 11 of 12 case patients (91.6%), embolization was successful in 11 of 12 patients (91.6%), the treatment in 1 patient of 12 cavernous aneurysms patients was performed covered stents +ONYX + plastic coil embolization, and the other was used Willis covered stents. The results indicated that only 1 of 12 patients underwent postoperative massive cerebral infarction, but was successfully rescued. The angiographic following-up of patients using covered stent suggested that 12 cases patients were complete occlusion and the parent artery patency. Clinical follow-up results also demonstrated that clinical neurologic symptoms fully recovered in 11 of 12 cases patients, another case improved and were not aggravated in any patient before discharge and had aggravated symptoms. CONCLUSION Willis covered stents are effective for treatment of internal carotid artery aneurysms with good safety and short-term outcomes.
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Lim JW, Lee J, Cho YD. Progressive Occlusion of Small Saccular Aneurysms Incompletely Occluded After Stent-Assisted Coil Embolization : Analysis of Related Factors and Long-Term Outcomes. Clin Neuroradiol 2017; 28:569-577. [PMID: 28791434 DOI: 10.1007/s00062-017-0612-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2017] [Accepted: 07/18/2017] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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PURPOSE Incompletely occluded aneurysms after coil embolization are subject to recanalization but occasionally progress to a totally occluded state. Deployed stents may actually promote thrombosis of coiled aneurysms. We evaluated outcomes of small aneurysms (<10 mm) wherein saccular filling with contrast medium was evident after stent-assisted coiling, assessing factors implicated in subsequent progressive occlusion. METHODS Between September 2012 and June 2016, a total of 463 intracranial aneurysms were treated by stent-assisted coil embolization. Of these, 132 small saccular aneurysms displayed saccular filling with contrast medium in the immediate aftermath of coiling. Progressive thrombosis was defined as complete aneurysmal occlusion at the 6‑month follow-up point. Rates of progressive occlusion and factors predisposing to this were analyzed via binary logistic regression. RESULTS In 101 (76.5%) of the 132 intracranial aneurysms, complete occlusion was observed in follow-up imaging studies at 6 months. Binary logistic regression analysis indicated that progressive occlusion was linked to smaller neck diameter (odds ratio [OR] = 1.533; p = 0.003), hyperlipidemia (OR = 3.329; p = 0.036) and stent type (p = 0.031). The LVIS stent is especially susceptible to progressive thrombosis, more so than Neuroform (OR = 0.098; p = 0.008) or Enterprise (OR = 0.317; p = 0.098) stents. In 57 instances of progressive thrombosis, followed for ≥12 months (mean 25.0 ± 10.7 months), 56 (98.2%) were stable, with minor recanalization noted once (1.8%) and no major recanalization. CONCLUSION Aneurysms associated with smaller diameter necks, hyperlipidemic states and LVIS stent deployment may be inclined to possible thrombosis, if occlusion immediately after stent-assisted coil embolization is incomplete. In such instances, excellent long-term durability is anticipated.
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- Jeong Wook Lim
- Department of Neurosurgery, Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea (Republic of)
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 101 Daehak-ro, 03080, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Korea (Republic of)
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 101 Daehak-ro, 03080, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Korea (Republic of).
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Jeon JP, Cho YD, Yoo DH, Moon J, Lee J, Cho WS, Kang HS, Kim JE, Han MH. Risk Factor Analysis of Recanalization Timing in Coiled Aneurysms: Early versus Late Recanalization. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol 2017; 38:1765-1770. [PMID: 28619836 DOI: 10.3174/ajnr.a5267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2017] [Accepted: 04/10/2017] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Long-term documentation of anatomic and angiographic characteristics pertaining to the timing of recanalization in coiled aneurysms has been insufficient. Our intent was to analyze and compare early and late-phase recanalization after coiling, identifying respective risk factors. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 870 coiled saccular aneurysms were monitored for extended periods (mean, 30.8 ± 8.3 months). Medical records and radiologic data were also reviewed, stratifying patients as either early (n = 128) or late (n = 52) recanalization or as complete occlusion (n = 690). Early recanalization was equated with confirmed recanalization within 6 months after the procedure, whereas late recanalization was defined as verifiable recanalization after imaging confirmation of complete occlusion at 6 months. A multinomial regression model served to assess potential risk factors, the reference point being early recanalization. RESULTS Posterior circulation (P = .009), subarachnoid hemorrhage at presentation (P = .011), second attempt for recanalized aneurysm (P < .001), and aneurysm size >7 mm (P < .001) emerged as variables significantly linked with early recanalization (versus complete occlusion). Late (versus early) recanalization corresponded with aneurysms ≤7 mm (P = .013), and in a separate subanalysis of lesions ≤7 mm, aneurysms 4-7 mm showed a significant predilection for late recanalization (P = .008). However, the propensity for complete occlusion in smaller lesions (≤7 mm) increased as the size diminished. CONCLUSIONS Although long-term complete occlusion after coiling was more likely in aneurysms ≤7 mm, such lesions were more prone to late (versus early) recanalization, particularly those of 4-7 mm in size. Long-term follow-up imaging is thus appropriate in aneurysms >4 mm to detect late recanalization of those formerly demonstrating complete occlusion.
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- J P Jeon
- From the Department of Neurosurgery (J.P.J.), Hallym University College of Medicine, Chuncheon, Korea
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- Departments of Radiology (Y.D.C., D.H.Y., J.M.)
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- Departments of Radiology (Y.D.C., D.H.Y., J.M.)
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- Departments of Radiology (Y.D.C., D.H.Y., J.M.)
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- Neurosurgery (J.L., W.-S.C., H.-S.K., J.E.K., M.H.H.), Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Neurosurgery (J.L., W.-S.C., H.-S.K., J.E.K., M.H.H.), Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Neurosurgery (J.L., W.-S.C., H.-S.K., J.E.K., M.H.H.), Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Neurosurgery (J.L., W.-S.C., H.-S.K., J.E.K., M.H.H.), Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Neurosurgery (J.L., W.-S.C., H.-S.K., J.E.K., M.H.H.), Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Cho YD, Jeon JP, Yoo DH, Cho WS, Kang HS, Kim JE, Han MH. Growth-Related Major Recanalization of Coiled Aneurysms: Incidence and Risk Factors. Neurosurgery 2017; 82:185-191. [DOI: 10.1093/neuros/nyx176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2016] [Accepted: 05/24/2017] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND
Though endovascular techniques and procedural devices continue to advance, recurrence of embolized aneurysms is still problematic. Enlarging size during follow-up is the presumed basis of recanalization in some lesions, but such growth has not been adequately investigated.
OBJECTIVE
To generate estimates of growth in coiled aneurysms with major recanalization, focusing on incidence and risk factors involved.
METHODS
A cohort of 134 patients harboring 139 aneurysms were retrospectively reviewed, each subjected to re-embolization for major recanalization after initial coil embolization. Cumulative medical records and radiological data were assessed. The aneurysms were grouped by nature of recanalization, either related or unrelated to growth. Growth was defined as >50% increase in aneurysm volume (including coil mass) at the time of re-embolization, compared initial status. Aneurysm volumes were determined by volume of coil mass within full confines of the aneurysm. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to identify risk factors predisposing to growth.
RESULTS
Major recanalization was growth related in 74 coiled aneurysms (53.2%) and unrelated to growth (by coil compaction) in 65 (46.8%). Multiple logistic regression analysis indicated that growth of coiled aneurysm was linked to aneurysms initially ruptured at presentation (P = .002) and aneurysm size <7 mm (P < .001). Cumulative growth rates were as follows: 14 (18.9%), 6 mo; 18 (24.3%), 12 mo; 13 (17.6%), 24 mo; 10 (13.5%), 36 mo; and 19 (25.7%), >36 mo.
CONCLUSION
Our data suggest that aneurysms presenting with hemorrhage and small-sized aneurysms (<7 mm) are predisposed major recanalization by growth after coil embolization, as opposed to coil compaction.
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- Young Dae Cho
- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Chuncheon, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Cho YD, Rhim JK, Yoo DH, Kang HS, Kim JE, Han MH. Microguidewire Looping to Traverse Stented Parent Arteries of Intracranial Aneurysms. J Korean Neurosurg Soc 2017; 60:262-268. [PMID: 28264249 PMCID: PMC5365287 DOI: 10.3340/jkns.2016.0707.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2016] [Revised: 12/08/2016] [Accepted: 12/23/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Objective Stents are widely used in coil embolization of intracranial aneurysms, but on occasion, a microcatheter must traverse a stented segment of artery (so-called trans-cell technique) to select an aneurysm, or double stenting may necessary. In such situations, microguidewire passage and microcatheter delivery through a tortuous stented parent artery may pose a technical challenge. Described herein is a microguidewire looping technique to facilitate endovascular navigation in these circumstances. Methods To apply this technique, the microguidewire tip is looped before entering the stented parent artery and then advanced distally past the stented segment, with the loop intact. Rounding of the tip prevents interference from stent struts during passage. A microcatheter is subsequently passed into the stented artery for positioning near the neck of aneurysm, with microguidewire assistance. The aneurysm is then selected, steering the microcatheter tip (via inner microguidewire) into the dome. Results This technique proved successful during coil embolization of nine saccular intracranial aneurysms (internal carotid artery [ICA], 6; middle cerebral artery, 2; basilar tip, 1), performing eight trans-cell deliveries and one additional stenting. Selective endovascular embolization was enabled in all patients, resulting in excellent clinical and radiologic outcomes, with no morbidity or mortality directly attributable to microguidewire looping. Conclusion Microguidewire looping is a reasonable alternative if passage through a stented artery is not feasible by traditional means, especially at paraclinoid ICA sites.
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- Young Dae Cho
- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Choi HH, Cho YD, Jeon JP, Yoo DH, Moon J, Lee J, Kang HS, Cho WS, Kim JE, Zhang L, Han MH. Growth of Untreated Unruptured Small-sized Aneurysms (≺7mm): Incidence and Related Factors. Clin Neuroradiol 2017; 28:183-189. [PMID: 28150223 DOI: 10.1007/s00062-017-0559-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2016] [Accepted: 01/10/2017] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Abstract
PURPOSE The need to treat small (<7 mm) unruptured aneurysms is still controversial, despite data collected through several large cohort studies. Such lesions typically are incidental findings, usually followed for potential growth through serial imaging. For this study, growth estimates for untreated unruptured small-sized aneurysms were generated, examining incidence and related risk factors. METHODS A cohort of 135 consecutive patients harboring 173 untreated unruptured small-sized aneurysms (<7 mm) was subjected to extended monitoring (mean, 73.1 ± 30.0 months). Growth was defined as a 1-mm increase at minimum in one or more aneurysmal dimensions or as a significant change in shape. Medical records and radiological data were reviewed. Cumulative growth rate and related risk factors were analyzed via Cox proportional hazards regression and Kaplan-Meier product-limit estimator. RESULTS A total of 28 aneurysms (16.2%) displayed growth during continued surveillance (1054.1 aneurysm-years). The annual growth rate was 2.65% per aneurysm-year, with 15 surfacing within 60 months and 13 after 60 months. Multivariate analysis indicated that bifurcation type was the sole significant risk factor (hazard ratio HR = 7.64; p < 0.001) in terms of growth. Cumulative survival rates without growth were significantly lower in subjects with bifurcation aneurysms than with side-wall aneurysms (p < 0.001). During the follow-up period, one patient suffered a subarachnoid hemorrhage and then aneurysm growth was detected. CONCLUSION Most (83.8%) untreated unruptured small-sized aneurysms (<7 mm) remained stable and devoid of growth in long-term follow-up. Because bifurcation aneurysms were prone to eventual growth, careful long-term monitoring at regular intervals is advised if left untreated.
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Affiliation(s)
- Hyun Ho Choi
- Department of Neurosurgery, Dongkuk University Hospital, Dongkuk University College of Medicine, Ilsan, Korea (Republic of)
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 28 Yongon-Dong, Jongno-Gu, 110-744, Seoul, Korea (Republic of).
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University College of Medicine, Chuncheon, Korea (Republic of)
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 28 Yongon-Dong, Jongno-Gu, 110-744, Seoul, Korea (Republic of)
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 28 Yongon-Dong, Jongno-Gu, 110-744, Seoul, Korea (Republic of)
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea (Republic of)
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea (Republic of)
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea (Republic of)
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea (Republic of)
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- Department of Neurology, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 28 Yongon-Dong, Jongno-Gu, 110-744, Seoul, Korea (Republic of).,Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea (Republic of)
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