Patient and aneurysm factors associated with aneurysm rupture in the population of the ARETA study

Conclusions: The most important patient factors associated with IA rupture are smoking and EBP. Given that size is a well-identified aneurysm factor, narrow neck also seems to be associated with aneurysm rupture. Further studies are needed to confirm this factor and determine underlying mechanisms.
Source: Journal of Neuroradiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research