From Teacher to Blindness: The Journey of a 41-Year-Old Patient with a Giant Brain Aneurysm

A 41-year-old female patient from Quang Binh, who had been working as a teacher, suddenly lost her vision due to an unexpected giant brain aneurysm. Initially, her blurred vision was mistakenly diagnosed as an eye disease and treatment did not provide any relief. An MRI scan at Hue Central Hospital revealed that she had a giant aneurysm of the internal carotid artery. Despite receiving medical treatment for three months, her eyes continued to deteriorate.

After being examined at Viet Duc Hospital, doctors determined that the aneurysm posed a risk of rupture, causing complete blindness in one eye and partial vision loss in the other. The patient underwent artery bypass surgery and internal carotid artery reconstruction to treat the condition. The complex surgery lasted six hours and was successful. Two weeks after the surgery, her condition stabilized, and her vision improved significantly.

Brain aneurysms are a potential threat to human health due to their ability to cause severe symptoms such as headaches, blurred vision or loss of vision. Giant aneurysms are even more dangerous if left untreated as they pose a higher risk of rupture. Early detection and prompt intervention are critical to prevent serious complications such as stroke or death. Various treatment options like endovascular intervention or surgical treatment can be used depending on the severity of the aneurysm.

This case serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking medical attention promptly when experiencing symptoms related to cerebral aneurysms. With timely intervention, patients can recover their sight and improve their overall health conditions like this 41-year-old woman from Quang Binh.

The medical team at Viet Duc Hospital played a crucial role in saving this woman’s sight through their expertise in treating brain aneurysms. This case underscores how important it is for patients to seek medical attention promptly when experiencing symptoms related to cerebral aneurysms.

In conclusion, this case highlights the importance of early detection and proper treatment of brain aneurysms in preventing further complications such as stroke or death. It also serves as a reminder that timely intervention can save lives and improve quality of life for those affected by cerebral aneurysms.