Embolization of a large aneurysm of the brachiocephalic trunk by Gianturco coils.
A successful complete embolization of a large aneurysm in the brachiocephalic trunk region, seen in a patient after bypass graft surgery, was achieved with 13 Gianturco coils. Indications and precautions for the use of embolic coils are given.
D000368:Aged; D000783:Aneurysm / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*; D000792:Angiography; D016122:Brachiocephalic Trunk / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D004621:Embolization, Therapeutic / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*