Understanding Minimally Invasive Brain Aneurysm Treatment
A brain aneurysm is a weakened area in a blood vessel that can form a balloon-like bulge. When treatment is needed, some aneurysms can be managed with minimally invasive endovascular procedures , which reach the affected blood vessel through a catheter rather than requiring an opening in the skull. Treatment selection depends on the aneurysm's size, location, shape, rupture status, and the patient's overall health. What Is a Brain Aneurysm? A brain aneurysm , also called a cerebral or intracranial aneurysm, develops when part of an artery wall becomes weak and begins to bulge. Many unruptured aneurysms do not cause symptoms and may be discovered during imaging performed for another reason. However, an aneurysm can sometimes rupture and cause bleeding around the brain, known as a subarachnoid hemorrhage. A ruptured aneurysm is a medical emergency and requires immediate evaluation and treatment. What Does Minimally Invasive Treatment Mean? Minimally invasive brain aneurysm treat...