Cerebral Aneurysm Treatment
脑动脉瘤治疗
Duration
1-2 weeks (hospital stay)
Recovery
2-6 weeks depending on approach
Savings
~81% vs US
Average savings compared to US prices
Treatment of cerebral aneurysms through microsurgical clipping or endovascular coiling/flow diversion. China's neurovascular surgery centers handle extremely high case volumes, giving surgeons extensive experience with both ruptured and unruptured aneurysms. Advanced endovascular techniques including flow diverters and intrasaccular devices are available at leading institutions.
Neurovascular Imaging
CT angiography, MR angiography, and/or digital subtraction angiography (DSA) to characterize aneurysm size, morphology, neck width, and relationship to parent vessels.
Duration: 1-2 daysTreatment Strategy Decision
Multidisciplinary neurovascular team determines optimal approach — microsurgical clipping vs. endovascular coiling vs. flow diverter — based on aneurysm characteristics and patient factors.
Duration: Team conferenceSurgical or Endovascular Procedure
Clipping: craniotomy with microsurgical clip placement across aneurysm neck. Coiling: catheter-based delivery of platinum coils into the aneurysm sac to prevent rupture.
Duration: 2-5 hoursPost-procedure Monitoring
ICU monitoring for vasospasm (if ruptured), follow-up angiography to confirm complete treatment, and neurological assessment before discharge.
Duration: 5-10 days- Prevents potentially fatal subarachnoid hemorrhage
- Endovascular options offer minimally invasive approach
- High-volume centers with extensive neurovascular expertise
- 60-80% cost savings including device costs
- Procedural rupture risk (1-2%)
- Stroke or neurological deficit from vessel occlusion
- Aneurysm recurrence requiring retreatment (coiling > clipping)
- Vasospasm risk if treating ruptured aneurysm
Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.