To stent or to clip? Which is the better option?
 

Hello. I'm new here. I'm 43 and I have a large unruptured asymptomatic aneurysm. It was coiled in 2009. My followup angiogram showed that blood is re-entering slightly, and today I got my second follow up... The doctor is talking about stenting, and when I learned more about that, it didn't seem like a "slam-dunk" (issues of needing to be retreated, needing to be on aspirin for life, complications during surgery and after are not insignificant, etc.) So then I started to look into Clipping and while it is obviously more invasive, it seems more permanent and has a longer issue of use and "security" with that knowledge. But complication rates seem higher. Anyways, this is obviously a very big decision, and there is no one for-sure for-sure answer, right? So, anyone out there have any advice, any opinions, and good questions I should ask my doc before deciding, etc.

Thanks!
Kim

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Welcome to NeuroTalk. We're so glad you found us!

You will find the people here friendly, caring, and helpful.

Here is a link to the forum for Aneurysms:

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum7.html

Nice to meet you!!
 

Kim,

:Wave-Hello: It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please, just let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Please keep us up to date on your condition. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you. :smileypray:

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Hello KDro!
 

WELCOME to NT! :hug:


You've come to a great place for support and understanding!
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Make yourself at home! There's a caring soul around every corner.


It's great to have you!


Caring,
Rae
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