Mortimer A M, Nelson R J, Clifton A, Renowden S A
Department of Neuroradiology, Frenchay Hospital, Bristol, UK.
Interv Neuroradiol. 2012 Dec;18(4):381-5. doi: 10.1177/159101991201800403. Epub 2012 Dec 3.
A retained microcatheter is a rare complication of endovascular treatment of cerebral aneurysms. We describe such a case that was complicated by delayed microcatheter fracture within the internal carotid artery and subsequent thrombo-embolism resulting in transient ischaemic attacks. We also describe endovascular management of this complication through the use of several carotid stents.