Aneurysm

 

A weakness in the wall of the artery through which blood can break through causing hemorrhage into surrounding spaces or tissues.

 

Anterior circulation aneurysms

 

Posterior circulation aneurysms

 

(compare: Arteriovenous malformation [AVM])

(compare: Cavernous malformation)

(compare: Venous angioma)

Vascular malformations

 

Aneurysm clipping - Surgery

Aneurysm clipping - Risks & complications

 

Balloon occlusion of cerebral aneurysm - procedure

 

Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disorders Specialty Center

 
Giant aneurysm (5 cm diameter) dome.  Brain is retracted by two malleable retractors (lower middle).
Clips applied to the giant aneurysm above block flow of blood into aneurysm, preventing further hemorrhage.
Pre-operative angiogram of giant aneurysm

 

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