Asking for support for placement of Pipeline Vantage flow diverter

[FinWhaleFan]

Hi @seniorlady!

I did not respond previously, as I don’t fit some of your criteria. I did rupture, and so ended up with a coiling. I am also in my middle years, so I appreciate my story is not a perfect fit, but I share what I have should you find any help in it.

That being said, I know that “Alex” and “FredX” are popular for other people’s stents, but I just had a Pipeline flow diverter placed in me. (I feel like I need a new t-shirt that says “This brain is supported by Medtronic.” )

I wrote about my experience based on @Ralf’s request in this other topic.

Nanobots to the rescue?

Hi @Ralf - @Moltroub can give you the long-range view, and I am happy to share the 1-week post-stent view! Honestly, as I was told, the procedure itself is VERY similar to having an angiogram done, the only difference being on a general anesthesia v. a twilight. My procedure ended up being scheduled late in the day for whatever reason. I am not sure if that is the reason why I was allowed to spend overnight in ICU, but I was grateful that I did (don’t worry, nothing major AT ALL - just some …

3+ weeks post stent, all I can add is that the main bruises are gone, but, of course, on the blood thinners, new ones pop up all the time. I just shrug my shoulders and move on - too much life to live!

I am happy to answer any specific questions you have.

Sending you healing thoughts - you’ll do great!