Strut remodeling with hypercompliant balloon: A new approach to Y stent-assisted coil embolization in the treatment of complex wide-neck bifurcation aneurysms
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Strut remodeling with hypercompliant balloon: A new approach to Y stent-assisted coil embolization in the treatment of complex wide-neck bifurcation aneurysms
The objective of this study was to present the long-term safety and effectiveness of strand remodelling with a hypercompliant balloon.
Methods
Patients with complex wide-neck bifurcation aneurysms (WNBAs) who underwent strand remodelling with a hypercompliant balloon via Y-stent-assisted coil embolization (Y-SACE) between September 2016 and January 2020 were included in the study. The feasibility, safety, effectiveness, and complication rates of the strand remodelling technique were investigated.
Results
A total of 12 patients (6 females, 6 males) were included in this study. Significant expansion was obtained in the intersection zone after remodelling. No regression was observed in the expansion rates during follow-up. There was no additional morbidity or mortality. No delayed thromboembolic complications occurred in our patients during long-term follow-up.
Conclusions
Performing strand remodelling to reduce thromboembolic complications triggered by structural faults caused by the Y-stent configuration is feasible, safe, and effective. This new approach can aid in the prevention of thromboembolic complications in Y-SACE.
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