Embolothérapie Vasculaire artériel périphérique

Endovascular visceral aneurysm treatment

Endovascular treatment of visceral artery aneurysm (splenic, renal, hepatic, mesenteric) to prevent rupture.

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The information below is provided for general educational purposes only. It describes the procedure in general terms and may not apply to your specific situation. Only your interventional radiologist can provide you with personalized information adapted to your case.

What does this intervention involve?

Background

Visceral artery aneurysms, though rare, carry hemorrhagic rupture risk. Treatment is recommended beyond 2 cm or when symptomatic.

Benefits

Minimally invasive organ-preserving treatment, surgery alternative.

Procedure

A catheter is guided to the aneurysm. Depending on morphology, coils, covered stent or glue are used to exclude the aneurysm from blood flow. Duration: 1-3 hours.

Risks

Downstream organ ischemia, intraoperative rupture, restenosis.

Recovery

1-2 night hospitalization. Follow-up CT at 1-3 months then annually.

Practical information

Local anesthesia. Hospital stay: 1 to 2 nights.

This information does not replace a medical consultation. Each procedure is adapted to the patient's individual situation. Your doctor will explain the specific details, expected benefits and potential risks during your consultation.