Unruptured intracranial aneurysms: Why should we focus on small aneurysms? A comprehensive update of recent findings.

Intracranial aneurysms (IAs) are a significant public health concern because they have the potential to cause deva-stating consequences, including death and disability. Despite advances in diagnostic and treatment modalities, the outcomes for patients with aneurysmal subarachnoid haemorrhage (aSAH) remain poor, with high rates of rebleeding, vasospasm, and cerebral ischaemia. IAs are a significant risk factor for aSAH, and it is estimated that up to 3% of the general population have IAs.

Investigating accuracy of 3D printed liver models with computed tomography.

Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of three-dimensional (3D) printed liver models developed by a cost-effective approach for establishing validity of using these models in a clinical setting.

Methods: Fifteen patients undergoing laparoscopic liver resection in a single surgical department were included. Patient-specific, 1-1 scale 3D printed liver models including the liver, tumor, and vasculature were created from contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) images using a cost-effective approach.

The effectiveness of Penumbra 400 micro-coils in the embolization of large cerebral aneurysms.

Background: The objective of this work is to analyze the effectiveness of Penumbra 400 micro-coils in the embolization of large cerebral aneurysms.

Material And Methods: A retrospective analysis has been conducted in a group of 32 patients at the average age of 54.5 years (30-84) for whose embolization the P400 micro-coils (P400) have been used.