Publications by authors named "Chi Wai Siu"
Background: Elderly patients contribute to the large proportion of ischaemic stroke worldwide. Currently, treatment for elderly stroke remains aggressive, as the exact age cutoff for endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) has not been well established due to a lack of large-scale randomized control trials. In this study we investigate the difference in outcome after EVT in the octogenarian and above, compared to their younger counterparts.
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- * MR vessel wall imaging has emerged as a powerful, non-invasive technique that improves the differentiation of underlying causes of cerebrovascular issues, reducing the need for surgery and enabling quicker, more accurate treatments.
- * Tuen Mun Hospital in Hong Kong is a leader in applying this innovative imaging technique and aims to share case studies and insights on its effective use, alongside discussing common mistakes and interpretation tips.
Endovascular Management of Hepatic Artery Pseudoaneurysms: A Case Series.
Vasc Specialist Int
February 2023
Although rare, hepatic artery aneurysms are associated with a high morbidity and mortality, necessitating a prompt diagnosis. A significant proportion of hepatic artery aneurysms are pseudoaneurysms, and the major risk factors of which have already been identified in previous literatures. Presentation can be variable, but diagnosis almost relies entirely on computed tomography and digital subtraction angiography.
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