Publications by authors named "Gaia Grottola"
Intoduction: Familial cerebral cavernous malformations (FCCM) are a rare condition characterized by the multiple presences of cavernous malformations located in the central nervous system.
Case Description: We present a case of FCCM incidental diagnosis in a 71-year-old male patient who underwent carotid artery stenting for high-grade carotid artery disease and subsequent reintervention for severe stent restenosis, determining neurological deficit. FCCM diagnosis was made due to the presence of hundreds of cavernous malformations located both in supra- and sub-tentorial regions highlighted by magnetic resonance and confirmed by genetic test for the mutation of the gene KRIT1, inherited also by his son.
Article Synopsis
- An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a dangerous swelling in the abdominal aorta that can rupture, requiring treatment if it exceeds 5 cm in diameter.
- The EVAR (Endovascular Aneurysm Repair) is a less invasive procedure that uses a stent graft to treat aortic diseases without directly operating on the aorta.
- Recent advancements include polymer technologies like the Nellix stent graft (using polymer-filled endobags) and the Ovation stent graft (using an O-ring sealing device), with the latter showing safe and effective results for sealing the aneurysmal neck, whereas the former struggled due to fixation issues.