My aneurysm is in the Circle of Willis, between my eyes. It is 8mm with a 4mm opening. The doctor wanted to coil and stent it right away, but it scared me, because I was not given much information. I have since learned that coils can compact which requires a second operation, a stent can collect plaque causing a stroke and it is not a once and done procedure, because it requires follow up care with MRA's.

I would love to know if there was anything I could do proactively to help prevent a negative outcome, like strengthen my veins, clear the plaque from my arteries.

I would also love to know if there are tests that I could ask for that could help me feel more confident to have this surgery.

I have reflux dystrophy syndrome which was recently diagnosed. Dr Chopra said that people who have CRPS have fragile veins. I don't want to die on the operating table, because I did not make an informed decision.