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Technical aspects of web device in aneurysm treatment
Jeremy Peterson1,2, Nitin Goyal1,3, Adam S Arthur4,2
1Semmes-Murphey Neurologic and Spine Institute, Memphis, Tennessee, USA.
Journal of Neurointerventional Surgery
|June 2, 2020
Summary
The Woven EndoBridge (WEB) device offers a new intrasaccular flow disruption treatment for wide-neck bifurcation aneurysms (WNBAs). This video demonstrates WEB device application and discusses key treatment strategies for these common brain aneurysms.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Interventional Neuroradiology
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Wide-neck bifurcation aneurysms (WNBAs) constitute a significant portion (26-36%) of all intracranial aneurysms.
- Traditional treatment methods for WNBAs can be challenging due to their complex anatomy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present cases of intracranial aneurysms treated with the Woven EndoBridge (WEB) device.
- To discuss strategies and techniques for treating WNBAs using intrasaccular flow disruption.
Main Methods:
- Presentation of clinical cases involving the WEB device for WNBA treatment.
- Discussion of aneurysm and device selection criteria.
- Detailed explanation of procedural techniques for WEB device deployment.
Main Results:
- The Woven EndoBridge (WEB) device is the sole FDA-approved intrasaccular flow disruptor in the USA.
- The video article illustrates the application of the WEB device in treating WNBAs.
- Key aspects of patient and device selection are highlighted.
Conclusions:
- Intrasaccular flow disruption with the WEB device is an innovative approach for WNBA treatment.
- Effective management of WNBAs requires careful consideration of aneurysm/device selection and procedural technique.
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