Scalp Cirsoid Aneurysm: An Updated Systematic Literature Review And An Illustrative Case Report

Cirsoid aneurysm is an arteriovenous fistula of the scalp, which is unconnected by intracranial or cerebral vessels. Variceal dilatation of draining veins can produce cosmetic concerns, masses, local pain, palpable thrills and audible bruits, headache, tinnitus and hemorrhage. Its etiopathogenesis is not well understood. The treatment includes surgery (since fistula repair by simple surgical ligation until gross total resection), embolization (whether percutaneous or endovascular) or a combination of the two.
Source: World Neurosurgery - Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Tags: Literature Reviews Source Type: research