Abstract
Introduction
Cystoventriculostomy is a surgical treatment for arachnoid cysts. We present a case using a neuroendovascular stent to maintain ostomy patency.
Case report
A 6½-year-old male with symptomatic arachnoid cyst underwent endoscopic fenestration and Wingspan stent insertion.
Conclusion
Neuroendovascular stent placement may be an adjunct to maintain patency in cystoventriculostomy.
Disclosure statement
The authors report no conflict of interest concerning the material or methods used in this study or the findings specified in this paper.
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