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Super-giant fusiform basilar artery aneurysm
Khawaja Hassan Haroon1,2, Liaquat Ali1,2, Ahmad Muhammad1,2
1Neuroscience Institute, Department of Neurology, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar.
Summary
Fusiform intracranial aneurysms, rare arterial dilations, can cause serious neurological issues. Early intervention is crucial for aneurysms larger than 10 mm to prevent rupture.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Vascular Surgery
- Radiology
Background:
- Intracranial aneurysms affect 3.2% of the population.
- Fusiform aneurysms, a rare subtype, are often linked to atherosclerosis or dissection.
- These aneurysms can lead to stroke, cranial nerve palsies, and subarachnoid hemorrhage.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the characteristics and risks associated with fusiform intracranial aneurysms.
- To emphasize the importance of early intervention for larger fusiform aneurysms.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on fusiform aneurysm etiology and clinical presentation.
- Analysis of risk factors for aneurysm rupture.
Main Results:
- Fusiform aneurysms are primarily caused by dissection or atherosclerosis.
- Neurological deficits such as stroke and cranial nerve palsies are common manifestations.
- An aneurysm diameter exceeding 10 mm significantly increases rupture risk.
Conclusions:
- Fusiform intracranial aneurysms require prompt diagnosis and management.
- A diameter greater than 10 mm is a critical indicator for intervention to prevent catastrophic rupture.
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