Changes in Carotid Artery After Treatment for Brain Malformation
Author Information
Author(s): Dobek Adam, Szubert Wojciech, Kurzyk Katarzyna, Zaczkowski Karol, Wiśniewski Karol, Stefańczyk Ludomir
Primary Institution: Medical University of Lodz
Hypothesis
Can embolization of cerebral arteriovenous malformations (CAVMs) induce changes in the angioarchitecture of the carotid artery?
Conclusion
Embolization of a CAVM led to significant normalization of the carotid artery's morphology after treatment.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient showed significant changes in the carotid artery's morphology after embolization.
- Follow-up imaging revealed normalization of the carotid artery and its branches.
- The case is unique as it documents morphological changes in the carotid artery associated with a CAVM.
Takeaway
A patient with a brain blood vessel problem had their arteries change shape after treatment, and they got better after three months.
Methodology
The patient underwent digital subtraction angiography (DSA) and embolization using Onyx 18.
Limitations
The findings are based on a single case, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
One 52-year-old male patient.
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