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Initial experiences with the target tetra coils: An illustrated case series
Jeremy Lynch1,2, Gian Marco Frigerio1, Sara Sciacca1
1Department of Neuroradiology, Ruskin Wing, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK.
Summary
The Target® Tetra™ coils demonstrate promising short-term safety and efficacy for treating intracranial aneurysms, including ruptured cases. Further studies are needed to confirm long-term occlusion rates.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Endovascular Therapy
- Cerebrovascular Disease
Background:
- Intracranial aneurysms require advanced treatment options.
- Neuroendovascular technologies have significantly improved aneurysm management.
- Target® Tetra™ coils represent a recent innovation in this field.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of Target® Tetra™ coils.
- To describe the usage nuances of these coils in aneurysm treatment.
- To report outcomes in a series of treated aneurysms.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective, two-center study of consecutive aneurysm cases.
- Inclusion of both ruptured and unruptured aneurysms.
- Data collection on clinical, technical, and imaging characteristics.
Main Results:
- 80 aneurysms in 75 patients were treated with 100% technical success.
- Minor technical issues occurred in 2.5% of cases (coil migration/detachment).
- Adequate occlusion rate was 92.6% at short-term follow-up (excluding adjuncts).
Conclusions:
- Target® Tetra™ coils show initial safety and efficacy for intracranial aneurysms.
- Short-term outcomes are encouraging for both ruptured and unruptured cases.
- Long-term aneurysm occlusion rates require further investigation.
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