Brain aneurysms explained

A short guide to brain aneurysms for patients, focussing on the essential information required to understand and make decisions regarding treatment.

• Introduction to brain aneurysms: The nature, causes, and potential impacts on health of aneurysms.

• Diagnosis of brain aneurysms: Tests used for detecting brain aneurysms, including MRI and CT scans, and cerebrospinal fluid tests.

• Signs and symptoms of brain aneurysms: Information about the early indicators of brain aneurysms, helping you recognise when it might be necessary to seek immediate medical assistance.

• Treatment of ruptured aneurysms: Information about different treatment approaches for ruptured brain aneurysms, including endovascular and surgical options, potential risks, and recovery timeline.

• Treatment of unruptured aneurysms: Options for unruptured brain aneurysms, the benefits and risks of different strategies, including observation, endovascular, and surgical procedures.

• Additional resources: A collection of additional resources such as recommended articles, support groups, and further readings that could provide deeper insights into brain aneurysms.