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Intraoperative endovascular surgery for cerebral aneurysms
G Sinson1, M F Philips, E S Flamm
1Division of Neurosurgery, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, USA.
Journal of Neurosurgery
|January 1, 1996
Summary
Intraoperative endovascular neurosurgery techniques offer new options for treating complex cerebral aneurysms. These advanced methods, including suction decompression, achieved favorable outcomes in 73% of difficult cases.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Endovascular Techniques
- Cerebrovascular Surgery
Background:
- Direct clipping is a standard treatment for cerebral aneurysms.
- Complex aneurysms present significant surgical challenges.
- Intraoperative endovascular techniques offer novel approaches to the abluminal surface.
Observation:
- A review of 1202 direct clippings identified 62 cases utilizing intraoperative endovascular techniques.
- Indications included large size, intraluminal thrombus, broad neck, and arterial plaque.
- Internal carotid artery aneurysms were most frequently treated with these methods.
Findings:
- Suction decompression with ultrasonic aspiration was the most common technique.
- Temporary clips were used in all opened aneurysms.
- Favorable outcomes were achieved in 73% of difficult cases, with 11% experiencing increased neurological deficit and 8% mortality.
Implications:
- Intraoperative endovascular neurosurgery is valuable for managing difficult cerebral aneurysms.
- These techniques should be anticipated for unusual aneurysm presentations.
- Surgical obliteration may be more suitable than embolization for some complex aneurysms.