Clinical parameters and angiographic findings in cases of anterior cerebral artery dissection according to clinical presentations
| Total | Bleeding Group | Ischemic Group | Combined Group | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. of cases | 18 | 5 | 9 | 4 |
| Age (yr) (mean ± SD) | 52.8 ± 9.8 | 54.6 ± 11.6 | 52.8 ± 9.8 | 50.5 ± 9.9 |
| Sex ratio (male:female) | 6:12 | 1:3 | 3:6 | 2:2 |
| Main site of lesion (n) | ||||
| A1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| A2 | 14 | 1 | 9 | 4 |
| A3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Initial angiographic findings (n) | ||||
| Stenosis without dilation | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Stenosis with dilation | 10 | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| Double lumen or intimal flap | 7* | 1* | 3* | 3* |
| Dilation only | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Prognosis at 1 year after onset (n) | ||||
| Good recovery | 14 | 2 | 8 | 4 |
| Moderate disability | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Severe disability | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vegetative state | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Death | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
* Double lumen or intimal flap was seen accompanied by the other angiographic findings.