Ethyl 2-cyanoacrylate as an embolic agent for cranial arteriovenous malformations. An experimental study.

K. Katada, H. Sano, Y. Katoh, T. Kanno, V. K. Jain, S. Mashita, A. Takeuchi, S. Koga

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Abstract

Physical properties of ethyl 2-cyanoacrylate (Aron Alpha) were studied in comparison with isobutyl 2-cyanoacrylate (IBCA). Aron Alpha is characterized by high viscosity, a short polymerization time, low spreadability and low fragmentability. On the other hand, IBCA had low viscosity, a relatively long polymerization time, high spreadability and high fragmentability. Based on these findings, it is suggested that IBCA is suitable for transcatheter embolization, and Aron Alpha for intraoperative embolization. Mixture of IBCA with 5% Aron Alpha suppressed the spreadability and the fragmentability of IBCA, resulting in reduction of distal migration of IBCA into the venous system.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)623-626
Number of pages4
JournalActa radiologica. Supplementum
Volume369
Publication statusPublished - 1986

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Medicine

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