Aneurysm Repair - Endovascular Coiling

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Aneurysm Repair - Endovascular Coiling Endovascular Coiling (Endovascular Embolization) is a minimally invasive procedure to treat an aneurysm. It involves filling the aneurysm with material that closes off the sac and reduces the risk of bleeding. Procedure of Aneurysm Repair - Endovascular Coiling A small incision is made in the groin A catheter is threaded through the femoral artery to the aneurysm Once the catheter reaches the aneurysm, a very thin platinum wire is inserted The wire coils up as it enters the aneurysm and is then detached Multiple coils are packed inside the dome to block normal blood flow from entering Coils remain inside the aneurysm permanently Some aneurysms with a wide neck or unusual shape require a stent to help hold the coils in place The stent is advanced through the catheter and positioned in the normal artery next to the aneurysm The guide wire is passed through the stent to deliver coils into the aneurysm The stent remains in the artery permanently holding the coils in place Once the coils have been placed, the catheter is removed Incision is closed with sutures Post Procedure Care of Aneurysm Repair - Endovascular Coiling Avoid lifting anything heavier Don't drink alcohol Avoid strenuous activities Don't smoke Keep the incision dry Take medicines as prescribed

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