cerebral aneurysm

[mike709]

I was diagnosed with a 4mm cerebral aneurysm and just went for angiogram ct and I am waiting the results I am a nervous wreck. I was also diagnosed with chiari and cervical disc disease . How do they treat cerebral aneurysms ? I am new to this and have a million queations

[prettyitalian1010]

I have a 4mm annie- don't wory if it doesn't bother u they just watch it- this  size is  smaller than a pea.  I have known I have it for almost 8 yrs -go for my yearly CT w/ contrast & they watch it. So don't panic until u hear something

[Eddie1994]

After having a diagnostic arteriogram, the Doctor will thread a catheter to the site of the aneurysm and fill the sac with a glue like substance.  It is a relatively new procedure but seems to be working well.  As I understand, Hershey Med is the pioneer of this procedure.  Based on my experience at this Hospital, I would be comfortable with their recommendations.

[mike709]

What is gluing and how is it done?

[Eddie1994]

Glad to hear your aneurysm was discovered unruptured.  There are a few choices for your specialist to consider including coiling, clipping, stenting, and gluing.  Each  procedure has its pro and cons.

Fortunately, you are close to Hershey Med.  Hershey is using  a gluing procedure in some cases and this might be preferable.  Clipping is permanent but is also the most invasive.  

Feel free to ask any questions!