Comparison of embolization techniques and treatment proceduresa
| PR Group (n = 19) | SR Group (n = 198) | P Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technique | <.01b | ||
| Single microcatheter | 12 (63.2%) | 108 (54.6%) | |
| Double microcatheter | 2 (10.4%) | 65 (32.8%) | |
| Balloon remodeling | 4 (21.1%) | 5 (2.5%) | |
| Stent-assisted | 1 (5.3%) | 20 (10.1%) | |
| Lumbar drainage | .23 | ||
| Yes | 6 (31.6%) | 38 (19.2%) | |
| No | 13 (68.4%) | 160 (81.2%) | |
| Extraventricular drainage | .32 | ||
| Yes | 1 (5.3%) | 34 (17.2%) | |
| No | 18 (94.7%) | 164 (82.8%) | |
| Decompressive craniectomy | 1.00 | ||
| Yes | 0 (0%) | 4 (2.0%) | |
| No | 19 (100%) | 194 (98.0%) | |
| Endovascular vasospasm therapy | .08 | ||
| Yes | 0 (0%) | 32 (16.2%) | |
| No | 19 (100%) | 166 (83.8%) | |
| Permanent shunt | 1.00 | ||
| Yes | 1 (5.3%) | 19 (9.6%) | |
| No | 18 (94.7%) | 179 (90.4%) |