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  • Interventional Neuroradiology
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Medical Device Technology

Background:

  • Traditional balloon microcatheters face limitations in accessing small and tortuous cerebral vasculature.
  • The Scepter Mini dual-lumen balloon microcatheter (SMBM) was developed to overcome these challenges.
  • Its design facilitates a smaller distal profile for enhanced vessel access.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the initial clinical utility and safety of the Scepter Mini balloon microcatheter (SMBM).
  • To assess the feasibility of using SMBM for embolization of cerebrovascular malformations.
  • To analyze procedural outcomes, including access, embolization success, and complications.

Main Methods:

  • A single-center, retrospective analysis of 11 patients treated with 15 SMBMs.
  • Review of clinical data, angiographic findings, and operative reports.
  • Assessment of procedural parameters, radiation exposure, occlusion rates, and complications.

Main Results:

  • 100% success rate in achieving distal access and antegrade liquid embolization using SMBM.
  • The Scepter Mini balloon microcatheter was used for embolization of cranial and spinal vascular malformations.
  • One procedural vessel rupture (attributed to overinflation) and three minor complications were reported.

Conclusions:

  • The Scepter Mini balloon microcatheter (SMBM) is a significant advancement for treating cerebrovascular malformations.
  • It enables balloon catheter access to previously challenging tortuous and small-caliber vessels.
  • SMBM enhances treatment options in interventional neuroradiology.