SUGGESTED TOPICS FOR MEETINGS
The following are suggested topics for group meetings; visit our website, bafound. org, for detailed information.
When a speaker with expertise in a specific topic is not available or you have a last-minute cancellation, our many informative, archived webinars are a great resource. You can access them from our website( Educational Resources > Webinars), and facilitate a discussion following the presentation.
Brain Aneurysm Basics
• Definitions of aneurysms, differentiate between cerebral and extracranial( i. e., AAA), risk factors, family history information, some general brain aneurysm statistics( incidence, gender, age, cost, size, multiple BAs)
• Diagnostics( CT, MR, conventional angio), risks / benefits and rationale for each
• Treatment options( coil, clip, flow diversion, observation), risks / benefits and rationale or indications for each
• Risk of untreated or undiagnosed aneurysm( SAH, stroke, cranial nerve impairments)
Treatments for Brain Aneurysms
• Detailed discussion of coiling, clipping, stenting, bypass / occlusion( to a lesser degree), and observation
• Information on pre-procedure prep, any medications specific to procedure( i. e., Plavix), typical hospital stay and recovery period
• Follow-up surveillance methods( MR, CT) and typical time frames
Scan this QR code to link to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation patient webinar library.
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