u/Lake-Taupo

I was having an annual MRA to monitor an ICA paraopthalmic aneurysm (which was found incidentally post radical nephrectomy).

Doctor called just now regarding the latest results.

The aneurysm has grown another 1.5 mm, now 5.5mm. I was preparing for a FD/coil at some stage and wasn’t too concerned.

Seems he missed the report summary where it mentioned a small mass in my posterior right frontal lobe. Contrast.

I’ve been referred back to my neurologist. No further details at this stage.

Hoping it isn’t a RCC met like they found on my thyroid this year (thyroidectomy).

Sigh.

I was not planning on joining this sub but will take some time to scroll through for relevant info.

Just had the latest results from my annual MRA for my paraopthalmic ICA aneurysm.

It has grown 1-1.5 mm per year for the last three years and now 5.5 mm.

It was originally an incidental finding and the approach was to monitor.

It is not a large aneurysm and whilst finger like in morphology, it is not in a dangerous location other than impacting vision.

The issue is that the consulting neurosurgeon says it should be clipped/FD but the interventional radiologist says to monitor for another year.

It is not in a location that can be dealt with surgically so the radiologist would likely be the treatment option.

Who do I rely on for a decision ?

Edit - some context. I had a minor stroke years ago (on baby aspirin), lost a kidney to cancer 7 years ago and had high burden PVC ablation twice, latest in Oct last year. On statin and also BP meds. Currently CKD Stage 4.

I sincerely hope you all get the help you need to deal with PVCs (and other arrhythmias) in whatever form that works for you.

I've been in the sub for a while but time for me to leave.

Hopefully I've helped some of you but yes, I'm sure I have upset one or two.

I tried to keep it real and share my story and experiences from two ablations.

Take care everyone.