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Flow diverter stenting for intracranial aneurysms in the pediatric population: Two case reports and literature review

Akram M Eraky1, Christina Feller1, Hatem Tolba2

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, WI, USA.

Journal of Cerebrovascular and Endovascular Neurosurgery
|August 22, 2023
PubMed

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Flow diversion using the Pipeline Embolization Device (PED) offers a safe and effective treatment for pediatric aneurysms when traditional methods fail. This endovascular approach achieved complete aneurysm obliteration in two pediatric cases, demonstrating excellent outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Endovascular neurosurgery
  • Pediatric neurosurgery
  • Cerebrovascular disease

Background:

  • The Pipeline Embolization Device (PED) is FDA-approved for adult internal carotid artery aneurysms.
  • Off-label use in pediatric patients with complex aneurysms is an emerging option.
  • Traditional endovascular treatments may not resolve all pediatric aneurysms.

Keywords:
Flow diversionIntracranial aneurysmsNeurosurgeryPediatricsPipeline Embolization Device

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