Cerebral Pseudoaneurysms: A review of the current literature

Mahawikan-Akmal-Danishara 1, Asra-Al Fauzi 1, 2, *and Hanik-Badriyah-Hidayati 1, 3

1 Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Jl. Prof. Mayjen Dr. Moestopo ,47, Surabaya East Java, 60131, Indonesia.
2 Department of Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Dr. Soetomo General Hospital Surabaya, Indonesia.
3 Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Dr. Soetomo General Hospital Surabaya, Indonesia.
 
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 24(03), 1714-1718
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.24.3.3866
 
Publication history: 
Received on 08 November 2024; revised on 16 December 2024; accepted on 18 December 2024
 
Abstract: 
Cerebral pseudoaneurysms are focal dilatations of an artery that involve all three layers of the vessel wall, unlike true aneurysms. They typically arise after trauma, iatrogenic (ventricular drain insertion, transsphenoidal surgery, etc.), or infections. Common presentations include headache, subarachnoid hemorrhage, or focal neurological deficits depending on the location and size of the pseudoaneurysm. Diagnosis often involves imaging techniques such as computed tomography angiography (CTA) or magnetic resonance angiography (MRA). Treatment options vary depending on the size, location, and clinical presentation and may include conservative observation, endovascular embolization, or surgical intervention.
 
Keywords: 
Pseudoaneurysm; Aneurysm; Stroke; Cerebrovascular; Endovascular; Microsurgery
 
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