Pipeline embolization of MCA aneurysms in the M2-M4 segment: Dual center study and meta-analysis

David C. Lauzier, Brandon K. Root, Yasha Kayan, Josser E.Delgado Almandoz, Joshua W. Osbun, Arindam R. Chatterjee, Kayla L. Whaley, Megan E. Tipps, Christopher J. Moran, Akash P. Kansagra

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Abstract

Objective: Flow diversion of distal MCA aneurysms in the M2-M4 segments with Pipeline embolization device is promising, but further study is needed. Here, we seek to quantify the safety and efficacy of Pipeline embolization in the M2-M4 region in a dual-center cohort and comprehensive meta-analysis. Methods: Clinical and angiographic data of eligible patients was obtained from participating centers. A systematic review was performed with searches of Pubmed, Scopus, Embase, and the Cochrane Library for articles from inception to May 2021. 86 studies were identified in systematic review. Of these, 7 studies with 46 aneurysms met the inclusion criteria and were aggregated with 8 aneurysms from our dual-center cohort for analysis. Results: In our dual-center cohort, complete occlusion was observed in 88% (7/8) of aneurysms, and no patients experienced hemorrhagic or thromboembolic complications. Clinical outcomes were reported for 100% (54/54) of aneurysms included in meta-analysis and angiographic follow-up was available for 91% (49/54). The overall rate of complete aneurysm occlusion was 80% (95% CI, 69–91%), and the overall rate of clinical complication was 9% (95% CI, 2–16%). Conclusion: Pipeline embolization of cerebral aneurysms of the M2-M4 segments of the MCA was reasonably effective and safe in a small group of selected patients, but further study is needed to validate these preliminary results.

Original languageEnglish
Article number107063
JournalClinical Neurology and Neurosurgery
Volume212
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 2022

Keywords

  • Aneurysm
  • Endovascular
  • Flow diversion
  • MCA

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