Pipeline embolization device versus Atlas stent assisted coiling for intracranial aneurysm treatment: a retrospective, propensity score matched study with a focus on midterm outcomes and hospital costs

Conclusion
In this PSM study, midterm outcomes of the PED and Atlas SAC in the treatment of ICA aneurysms were similar. However, SAC required a longer operation time, and the PED may increase the economic cost of inpatients in Beijing, China.

Source: Journal of NeuroInterventional Surgery - March 14, 2024 Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Wang, C., Dong, L., Liu, J., Zhang, Y., Wang, K., Liu, P., Yang, X., Lv, M., Zhang, Y. Tags: Hemorrhagic stroke Source Type: research