{"id":"b1bb706e-2d06-49c2-a47d-3c21e81b78a0","slug":"nontraumatic-posterior-circulation-pseudoaneurysm-of-the-basilar-artery-summit-with-complete-spontaneous-resolution-case-report-and-literature-review-2","title":"Nontraumatic, posterior circulation pseudoaneurysm of the basilar artery summit with complete spontaneous resolution: Case Report and literature review","authors":["Danil A. Kozyrev","Juha Hernesniemi"],"abstract":"Background: The article discusses a case of a nontraumatic, posterior circulation pseudoaneurysm of the basilar artery summit that was treated conservatively. Such cases are relatively rare and often have a secondary nature related to injury, trauma, or infection. Unlike classical aneurysms, some ruptured pseudoaneurysms may experience spontaneous resolution. Summary: The authors emphasize the importance of meticulous analysis of neuroimaging studies in determining treatment options for cerebral pseudoaneurysms. Various treatment modalities have been proposed, but none have proven to be superior. The case presented illustrates that conservative management may be appropriate for pseudoaneurysms that decrease in size. Conclusion: Medical specialists should be aware of the existence of pseudoaneurysms and the need to differentiate them from classical aneurysms. This awareness is crucial for appropriate management and treatment decisions. Keywords: pseudoaneurysm, basilar artery, spontaneous resolution, cerebral aneurysm, neuroimaging, conservative treatment, posterior circulation","thumbnailUrl":null,"publishDate":"2017-12-06T00:00:00.000Z","doi":"10.4103/sni.sni_88_17","categories":["Commentary"],"fullTextUrl":"http://surgicalneurologyint.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/8696/SNI-8-296.pdf"}