Endovascular Treatment of a Carotid Pseudoaneurysm Using the New Double-Layer Micromesh Stent (Roadsaver ®)

Pseudoaneurysm (PA) formation after carotid endarterctomy (CEA) is a very uncommon but dangerous complication, potentially responsible of cerebral embolism or rupture. So, the PA treatment is imperative. Until few years ago, the treatment of choice was represented by open surgical repair, with an higher mortality and morbidity rate than primary operation. Actually, the advancements in endovascular procedures allows the surgeon the possibility to recur to a less invasive approach in presence of an adequate anatomy, reducing the risk of cranial nerve injuries.
Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Case Report Source Type: research