Publications by authors named "Erekle Ekvtimishvili"

Brain aneurysms, also known as cerebral aneurysms, are the growths of the parent artery. Based on their shape, aneurysms can be categorized as saccular or non-saccular. Several factors have been linked to multiple brain aneurysms but the most prevalent is arterial hypertension.

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The treatment of intracranial saccular aneurysms remains an actual problem due to this pathology prevalence among the human population (about 1-10%). For definition of efficiency and preventive importance of endovascular treatment, it is necessary to clear define which aneurysms are more suitable and operable for endovascular occlusion with minimal risk of complications and better final outcome. The aim of this study is to analyze anatomical features (location and structure) of intracranial saccular aneurysms and clinical data of patients who have been operated endovascular, with detachable coils in High Technology Medical Center University Clinic,Tbilisi, Georgia for the last 6 years.

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