Aneurysms

A brain aneurysm is a balloon- or bubble-like growth usually located on an artery at the base of the brain. Aneurysms typically develop at the point where a major artery branches into smaller arteries. Aneurysms have the potential to burst and bleed in the brain, which is a life-threatening emergency requiring treatment.

Although most aneurysms affect adults, they can occur in children. The cause of most aneurysms is unknown, although the condition is hereditary in some cases, and can affect many members of the same family.

Our UCSF Pediatric Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease Center is staffed by the world's leading experts in stroke and cerebrovascular disease among children. A team of experts specializing in aneurysms that affect blood vessels in the brain works together with you and your family to develop the best possible treatment plan for your child.

For more information or to make an appointment, please call:
Child Neurology Clinic (415) 353-2273
Child Neurological Surgery (415) 353-7500

Reviewed by health care specialists at UCSF Children's Hospital.
Last updated August 15, 2007