Posterior Communicating Artery Aneurysms: Expert Perspectives on Surgical Management
Giuseppe Lanzino MD — Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
Dr. Giuseppe Lanzino is a Mayo Clinic neurosurgeon specializing in the surgical and endovascular treatment of cerebrovascular disorders. His practice includes brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, dural arteriovenous fistulas, cavernous malformations, and carotid artery disease. His experience with both open surgery and catheter-based treatment provides a broad foundation for evaluating complex vascular conditions.
He completed neurosurgical training at the University of Virginia, followed by specialized training in neuroendovascular surgery at the State University of New York at Buffalo and cerebrovascular and skull base surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute. His academic contributions include more than 600 peer-reviewed publications and four textbooks. As moderator, he brings extensive clinical, research, and educational experience to the discussion of posterior communicating artery aneurysms. www.mayoclinic.org
PROFILE: Giuseppe Lanzino MD — Mayo Clinic
Matteo Baccanelli MD — Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Dr. Matteo Baccanelli is a neurosurgeon with expertise in cerebrovascular surgery and neuro-oncology at Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires. His published congress biography identifies him as chief of the vascular and neuro-oncological sections, vice chairman of Neurosurgery, and a professor at the Universidad del Hospital Italiano. His work combines complex clinical care with the teaching of neurosurgical anatomy and operative techniques.
His professional service includes leadership within the vascular sections of the Argentine Association of Neurosurgery and the Latin American Federation of Neurosurgical Societies, along with participation in the WFNS cerebrovascular committee. This combination of clinical practice, academic teaching, and international collaboration provides an experienced perspective on aneurysm surgery and the development of cerebrovascular neurosurgery across Latin America. yasargilcongress.com
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Domingos Coiteiro MD — Hospital da Luz Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
Dr. Domingos Coiteiro is a Portuguese neurosurgeon and coordinator of Neurosurgery at Hospital da Luz Lisboa. His work encompasses complex cranial surgery and the integration of advanced imaging and operative technology into neurosurgical care. His educational activities include directing courses in vascular and skull base neurosurgery. pt.linkedin.com
Hospital da Luz has highlighted his leadership of the team that performed Portugal’s first operation using intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging. His involvement in surgical innovation and practical training reflects an emphasis on detailed planning, anatomical knowledge, and the use of imaging during demanding procedures. These interests bring a complementary perspective to an international discussion of intracranial aneurysm surgery. pt.linkedin.com
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Pedro Plou MD — Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Dr. Pedro Plou is a neurosurgeon affiliated with the Neurosurgery service at Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires. His clinical and academic interests include cerebrovascular surgery, skull base approaches, and microsurgical anatomy. His published work connects anatomical investigation with operative techniques used to reach challenging regions around the brain’s arteries, cranial nerves, and skull base.
His publications include an operative video describing distal basilar artery aneurysm clipping through an anterior temporal transcavernous approach, as well as studies involving the petrous apex and the anatomy surrounding the cavernous sinus and pituitary gland. He also participates in neurosurgical congresses and skull base training activities. This combination of research and surgical education provides a relevant foundation for discussing the anatomical challenges of aneurysm surgery. www.researchgate.net
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