RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Complex Curve Microcatheters for Berry Aneurysm Endovascular Therapy
JF American Journal of Neuroradiology
JO Am. J. Neuroradiol.
FD American Society of Neuroradiology
SP 179
OP 180
VO 28
IS 1
A1 R.S. Pakbaz
A1 C.W. Kerber
YR 2007
UL http://www.ajnr.org/content/28/1/179.abstract
AB SUMMARY: By using images created with 3D rotational angiography or CT angiography as templates, it is possible to place anatomically correct curves on microcatheters, curves that reproduce the complex 3D vascular anatomy of individual patients. Catheters so curved conform to the anatomy of arteries leading to aneurysms and are less likely to be forced out of position as coil packing progresses.