Early Experience with the TransForm™ Occlusion Balloon Catheter: A Single-Center Study

Area of Science:

• Neurosurgery
• Endovascular Therapy
• Cerebrovascular Disease

Background:

• Balloon-assisted coil embolization is crucial for intracranial aneurysm treatment.
• Broad-necked cerebral aneurysms present challenges in achieving complete occlusion and preventing recurrence.
• The TransForm™ occlusion balloon catheter (TOBC) was evaluated for its safety and efficacy.

Purpose of the Study:

• To determine the safety and efficacy of the TransForm™ occlusion balloon catheter (TOBC) in the endovascular treatment of intracranial aneurysms.
• To assess the TOBC's utility in managing broad-necked and small cerebral aneurysms.

Main Methods:

• A retrospective review of cases utilizing the TOBC between May 1, 2013, and April 30, 2014.
• Analysis of 24 cases, including balloon-remodeled coil embolization and vasospasm treatment.
• Evaluation of balloon placement, inflation/deflation times, and complication rates.

Main Results:

• The TOBC was used in 24 cases, primarily for balloon-remodeled coil embolization (23 cases).
• 16 (66.6%) of treated aneurysms were ruptured.
• The balloon was successfully placed in all cases with short inflation/deflation times (3-4s) and no serious complications.

Conclusions:

• The TOBC is a feasible, safe, and useful device for treating cerebral aneurysms.
• The balloon demonstrated accurate placement and efficient operation.
• The TOBC shows effective utility for broad-necked and small aneurysms.