Dual impact of flow diverters on ischemic and hemorrhagic outcomes in vertebral artery dissecting aneurysms presenting with ischemia - Summary - MDSpire

Dual impact of flow diverters on ischemic and hemorrhagic outcomes in vertebral artery dissecting aneurysms presenting with ischemia

  • By

  • Yuto Shingai

  • Hiroyuki Sakata

  • Shunsuke Omodaka

  • Tomohisa Ishida

  • Ryosuke Tashiro

  • Yoshimichi Sato

  • Hidenori Endo

  • May 8, 2026

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Objective:

To evaluate the efficacy and potential significance of flow diversion (FD) in treating ischemia-onset vertebral artery dissecting aneurysms (VADA).

Key Findings:
  • FD placement was technically successful in all cases with no complications.
  • All lesions showed O’Kelly–Marotta grade C occlusion at 6 months, indicating effective flow remodeling.
  • No recurrent cerebral infarctions or aneurysmal ruptures occurred in the study cohort.
Interpretation:

Flow diversion may be a viable treatment option for selected cases of ischemia-onset VADA, potentially reducing the risk of recurrent embolic events and aneurysmal rupture, but further research is essential.

Limitations:
  • Small sample size limits generalizability; potential biases and confounding factors should be acknowledged.
Conclusion:

Flow diversion could be considered in the management of ischemia-onset VADA, warranting further investigation in larger cohorts, particularly focusing on long-term outcomes.

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