Kun Hou1, Kan Xu1, Jinlu Yu1. 1. Department of Neurosurgery, 117971The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: The anterior inferior cerebellar artery (AICA) is a very slender and anatomically variable artery that gives off many important perforating arteries that feed the brainstem and nerve-related arteries that feed the inner ear and labyrinth. AICA trunk aneurysms are rare entities that are also difficult to manage. At present, endovascular treatment (EVT) is the preferred choice; however, the understanding of EVT for AICA trunk aneurysms is limited. METHODS: In this article, we present a literature review on EVT for AICA trunk aneurysms. To promote understanding, we would also provide some illustrative educational cases of our institute. RESULTS: Aneurysms along the AICA trunk can occur alone (isolated AICA aneurysm) or secondary to cerebrovascular shunts (flow-related AICA aneurysm). According to their anatomical location, they can also be divided into proximal and distal types. At present, EVT is the mainstream treatment, mainly including selective coiling with parent artery preservation and parent artery occlusion. Both coils and liquid embolization materials can be used. CONCLUSIONS: For AICA trunk aneurysms, EVT is a reasonable choice and should be based on the specific anatomical location, pathology, and collateral circulation. However, there is still controversy as to the specific type of treatment that should be chosen.
BACKGROUND: The anterior inferior cerebellar artery (AICA) is a very slender and anatomically variable artery that gives off many important perforating arteries that feed the brainstem and nerve-related arteries that feed the inner ear and labyrinth. AICA trunk aneurysms are rare entities that are also difficult to manage. At present, endovascular treatment (EVT) is the preferred choice; however, the understanding of EVT for AICA trunk aneurysms is limited. METHODS: In this article, we present a literature review on EVT for AICA trunk aneurysms. To promote understanding, we would also provide some illustrative educational cases of our institute. RESULTS: Aneurysms along the AICA trunk can occur alone (isolated AICA aneurysm) or secondary to cerebrovascular shunts (flow-related AICA aneurysm). According to their anatomical location, they can also be divided into proximal and distal types. At present, EVT is the mainstream treatment, mainly including selective coiling with parent artery preservation and parent artery occlusion. Both coils and liquid embolization materials can be used. CONCLUSIONS: For AICA trunk aneurysms, EVT is a reasonable choice and should be based on the specific anatomical location, pathology, and collateral circulation. However, there is still controversy as to the specific type of treatment that should be chosen.
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