Difference in Aneurysm Characteristics Between Ruptured and Unruptured Aneurysms in Patients With Multiple Intracranial Aneurysms [Clinical Sciences]

Conclusions—
Aspect ratio ≥1.3 and irregular shape are associated with aneurysm rupture independent of aneurysm size and location, and independent of patient characteristics. Additional studies need to assess to what extent these factors increase the risks of rupture of small aneurysms in absolute terms.

Source: Stroke - April 28, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Backes, D., Vergouwen, M. D. I., Velthuis, B. K., van der Schaaf, I. C., Bor, A. S. E., Algra, A., Rinkel, G. J. E. Tags: Cerebrovascular disease/stroke, Cerebral Aneurysm, AVM, & Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Computerized tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Clinical Sciences Source Type: research