11271 - Brain Aneurysm

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National Health Information Awards

Emphasizing the caregiver's perspective, this informative, supportive booklet offers key information on understanding the condition, surgery and patient care and rehabilitation. * Brain anatomy, and types of aneurysms: saccular, fusiform, giant and mycotic * Effects of ruptured aneurysm, vasospasm and hydrocephalus * Diagnostic procedures * Treatment: clipping, occlusion, bypass, and endovascular coiling * Hospital recovery, evaluation and rehabilitation * Medications, emotional effects * Risks, complications, and when to call the doctor * 16 pages, 7"x10", full-color realistic artwork