endovascular coiling

Endovascular coiling is a minimally invasive medical procedure used to treat brain aneurysms, which are weakened, bulging areas in blood vessels. A thin tube called a catheter is inserted through an artery, usually in the groin, and guided to the aneurysm. Tiny platinum coils are then deployed into the aneurysm, promoting blood clotting and preventing rupture. This technique reduces pressure on the vessel wall, strengthening it and decreasing the risk of bleeding. Endovascular coiling is performed under imaging guidance, offering a less risky alternative to open surgery with faster recovery times.