C oronary arteries ectasias are considered, in their majority, a variation of the manifestation of atheromatous disease. Similar aneurysmal lesions may be encountered in other vascular networks too, since the factors contributing to the creation of ectatic lesions are probably systemic. The presence of aneurysmal lesions in main arterial branches with a usually asymptomatic course may be a life...

BACKGROUND The care of patients with aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage has evolved significantly with the advent of new diagnostic and therapeutic modalities. Although it is believed that these advances have contributed to improved outcomes, considerable uncertainty persists regarding key areas of management. OBJECTIVE To review selected controversies in the management of aneurysmal subarach...