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First demonstration of resolution of an infundibulum by direct treatment of the arterial wall with Pipeline flow-diverting stent

Neuroradiology volume 56, pages 35–39 (2014)Cite this article

Abstract

Introduction

Infundibula are symmetrical funnel-shaped widening, measuring more than 3 mm at its base with the branch artery arising from its apex. The pathological significance of this entity remains controversial. Although a relatively common appearance in otherwise normal angiograms, they have occasionally been described to progress into saccular aneurysms or directly rupture.

Methods/Results

We describe the first case of a disappearing infundibulum after a flow diverting stent was deployed across the infundibulum during the treatment of an adjacent aneurysm.

Conclusions

We concur in the view that infundibula are at least pre-pathological lesions that may in certain circumstances require consideration for treatment. Our case for the first time offers a potential treatment option for such situations.

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Kameda-Smith, M.M., Du Plessis, J.C. & Bhattacharya, J.J. First demonstration of resolution of an infundibulum by direct treatment of the arterial wall with Pipeline flow-diverting stent. Neuroradiology 56, 35–39 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00234-013-1295-x

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Keywords

  • Infundibulum
  • Flow diverting stent