Stenting and filling of the aneurysm sac with Onyx are new techniques which can be alternatives to different endovascular treatments for large aneurysms, in particular if wide-necked. The advantages of these promising techniques but also the difficulties and risks are described and discussed. More experience is necessary to establish the real impact of these new approaches.
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