What is Flow Diversion? It is a forma of treatment of brain aneurysms wherein a stent like device is placed in the portion of the artery from which the aneurysm arises. The flow diverter decreases the flow of blood within the aneurysm to the extent that the aneurysm is occluded. How effective is Flow Diversion? Results from many studies have shown that flow diversion is a safe and effective treatment for aneurysms, more so for unruptured aneurysms.
Flow diversion removes the need to enter the aneurysm during surgery, which is the most dangerous part of endovascular treatment of aneurysms, according to medical experts. The risk of rupturing during surgery is greatly diminished by not placing a device inside the aneurysm. What are the drawbacks of Flow Diversion treatment for brain aneurysms? The aneurysm does not close immediately, thus, there is a small risk of rupture until the…
