How was the rare wide-neck cerebral aneurysm treated in Chennai?

The aneurysm was treated using a Woven EndoBridge (WEB) device, a mesh-like implant inserted through an artery in the wrist to block blood flow.

What are the benefits of the WEB device procedure for aneurysms?

The WEB device procedure avoids open surgery, stents, and the need for dual antiplatelet medication, reducing trauma and allowing for earlier patient mobilization.

What is the patient's current condition after the aneurysm treatment?

The patient is recovering well following the procedure and has been moved out of the Intensive Care Unit.

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Cerebral Aneurysm Treated with Groundbreaking WEB Device

2 Feb

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Summary

A rare wide-neck cerebral aneurysm was treated using a WEB device.
The device was inserted via a wrist artery, avoiding open surgery.
The patient is recovering well after the minimally invasive procedure.

Cerebral Aneurysm Treated with Groundbreaking WEB Device

A 60-year-old woman in Chennai received treatment for a rare cerebral aneurysm at Rela Hospital. Doctors utilized a Woven EndoBridge (WEB) device, a mesh-like implant, to address the condition. This innovative technique allowed for the blockage of blood flow into the aneurysm, facilitating clotting and preventing further hemorrhage.

The procedure involved inserting the WEB device through an artery in the wrist. This method notably bypassed the need for traditional open surgery, conventional stents, or dual antiplatelet medication. It also reduced procedural trauma and enabled earlier patient mobilization.

The patient had presented with a severe headache and loss of consciousness, with high blood pressure readings. Imaging confirmed a ruptured wide-neck aneurysm. The successful embolization procedure, led by a team of specialists, has resulted in the patient’s good recovery and transfer from the ICU.