Aneurisma

Un aneurisma cerebral es una protuberancia o abombamiento anormal en un vaso sanguíneo debilitado en el cerebro. Si el aneurisma crece hasta cierto tamaño, puede estallar y provocar una hemorragia en el cerebro (llamada “hemorragia subaracnoidea”).

Un aneurisma roto requiere tratamiento médico inmediato, ya que rápidamente se convierte en una amenaza para la vida. El tratamiento para un aneurisma cerebral no roto puede ser apropiado en algunos casos y puede prevenir una ruptura en el futuro.

Norton Neuroscience Institute offers the latest advanced treatments for aneurysms.

Causas y factores de riesgo del aneurisma cerebral

Las personas no nacen con aneurismas cerebrales; por lo general, estos se desarrollan en algún momento de la vida.

Los factores asociados a un mayor riesgo de formación de aneurismas o un mayor riesgo de sangrado por un aneurisma son:

  • Antecedentes familiares de aneurismas cerebrales
  • Hipertensión
  • Fumar

Síntomas del aneurisma cerebral

El síntoma principal de un aneurisma es la aparición repentina de lo que a menudo se describe como el peor dolor de cabeza en la vida de una persona. Otros síntomas asociados pueden incluir:

  • Visión borrosa o doble
  • Confusión
  • Pérdida del conocimiento
  • Náuseas y vómitos
  • Sensibilidad a la luz
  • Rigidez en el cuello

Tipos de aneurismas cerebrales

Ruptured aneurysm: A hole in the aneurysm wall from an initial bleed; the goal is to fix the aneurysm so it can’t bleed again.

Unruptured aneurysm: If an aneurysm is thought to be at relatively high risk for rupturing in the future (aneurysms bigger than 6 to 7 millimeters in diameter, aneurysms in certain locations, aneurysms in smokers or in those with family history of aneurysms), it can be treated before it ruptures.

Tratamiento del aneurisma cerebral en el Norton Neuroscience Institute

El Norton Neuroscience Institute ofrece atención médica de vanguardia para los aneurismas.

The specialists at Norton Neuroscience Institute are leaders in the emerging field of endovascular neurosurgery, which allows the surgeon to treat many neurological conditions with minimally invasive technique.

El tratamiento endovascular a menudo es la primera opción de tratamiento para los aneurismas. El procedimiento consiste en pasar un pequeño catéter de plástico desde la arteria de la pierna hasta las arterias del cerebro y el aneurisma, usando los siguientes tipos de técnicas:

  • Pinzamiento del aneurisma
  • Colocación de espiral en el aneurisma
  • Cirugía de embolización Pipeline

En algunos casos se recomienda la cirugía tradicional frente a las técnicas endovasculares.

Atención que está centrada en usted

Parte del objetivo del Norton Neuroscience Institute consiste en atender a la persona en su totalidad, no solo a la afección.

  • Norton Neuroscience Institute Resource Centers offer ways to improve your access to care, provide valuable information on managing your disease and address your quality of life issues. The Norton Healthcare Foundation funds this important service, so patients don’t need to pay.
  • Dedicated patient navigators can help schedule follow-up appointments, coordinate prescription assistance, create customized diet plans and provide guidance on disability benefits, housing, financial and employment concerns and more.
  • Patients can access support groups, exercise classes and other educational events to connect with others and learn how to make the most of life while managing a neurological condition. 
  • Access an on-demand video library of educational content across a variety of condition-related topics is available.
  • We want to help prevent illness. Get help quitting smoking and learn the signs of stroke.
  • Communicate with your provider, manage appointments, refill prescriptions and more anytime from a computer or mobile device with a free Norton MyChart account.

Un líder de Louisville en atención neurológica

More patients from Louisville and Southern Indiana seek their neurology and neurosurgery care from Norton Neuroscience Institute’s nationally recognized specialists than any other providers in the area.

Your Norton Neuroscience Institute medical provider has the expertise, experience, diagnostic tools and sophisticated treatments to provide care tailored to your needs.

  • More than 75 medical, surgical and research specialists are dedicated to providing innovative care to those with brain, spine and nervous system conditions.
  • Advanced, minimally invasive neurosurgery equipment can speed your recovery and minimize pain.
  • Multidisciplinary clinics provide easy access to care in one convenient appointment for your neurological condition, with specialists in oncology, cardiology, orthopedics and behavioral health.
  • Norton Healthcare’s four adult-service hospitals in Louisville are certified by DNV, recognizing excellence and expertise in stroke care.
    • Norton Brownsboro Hospital is recognized as a Comprehensive Stroke Center.
    • Norton Audubon Hospital and Norton Hospital are Primary Stroke Centers.
    • Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital is an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital.
  • Norton Neuroscience Institute is at the forefront of neuroscientific research. As investigators on numerous trials, our physicians contribute to groundbreaking studies and publications in peer-reviewed journals. Also, patients may be eligible to take part in these experimental treatments.
    Learn more about current neuroscience clinical trials and studies.
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  • The American Heart Association Get With the Guidelines stroke care program has recognized all four of Norton Healthcare’s adult service-hospitals in Louisville for exceeding national averages in getting patients in the door and administering lifesaving treatment to restore blood flow to the brain.
  • El programa de esclerosis múltiple (EM) del Norton Neuroscience Institute ha sido designado como centro para la atención integral de la EM por la National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
  • The National Association of Epilepsy Centers has recognized Norton Neuroscience Institute as a Level 4 Epilepsy Center, providing the highest level of medical and surgical evaluation and treatment for patients with complex epilepsy.
  • Los orientadores del centro de recursos del Norton Neuroscience Institute ayudan a educar a los pacientes y sus familias sobre los nuevos diagnósticos, los tratamientos disponibles y las formas de controlar su enfermedad.
  • We are listed by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of 100 great neurosurgery and spine programs.

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