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New detachable coils for treating cerebral aneurysms

A new minimally invasive device for the treatment of cerebral aneurysms called the Guglielmi detachable coil (CDC) system is described. A brief history of aneurysm treatment and the advantages of the new system are reported.

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Monsein, L. New detachable coils for treating cerebral aneurysms. Nat Med 2, 160–161 (1996). https://doi.org/10.1038/nm0296-160

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