Achmad Firdaus Sani
Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga; Dr. Soetomo General Academic Hospital, Surabaya

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The Impact of Elevated Mean Arterial Pressure on Mortality in Spontaneous Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Achmad Firdaus Sani; Taurus Laisari; Muh. Wildan Yahya; Vita Kusuma Rahmawati; Faishol Hamdani; Dedy Kurniawan; Sita Setyowatie
Journal of Neurointervention and Stroke Vol. 1 No. 1: MAY 2025
Publisher : Neurointervention Working Group of Indonesian Neurological Association

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63937/jnevis-2025.11.2

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Highlight: Elevated MAP is associated with increased in-hospital mortality in SAH patients High MAP increases the risk of rebleeding, cerebral edema, and vasospasm MAP, age, infection, and hydrocephalus are independent predictors of mortality ABSTRACT Introduction: Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) remains a critical neurological emergency with high mortality and morbidity. Mean arterial pressure (MAP) plays an importance role in cerebral perfusion and hemodynamic stability in SAH patients. However, excessive MAP elevation potentially worsening clinical outcomes. This study investigates the impact of elevated MAP on in-hospital mortality among SAH patients. Objective: This study investigates the impact of elevated MAP on in-hospital mortality among SAH patients.  Method: A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted using medical records of SAH patients admitted to Dr. Soetomo Academic Medical Center Hospital from 2013 to 2021. A total of 360 patients met the inclusion criteria. MAP was calculated upon admission and categorized as ≥125 mmHg or <125 mmHg. The primary outcome was in-hospital mortality. Logistic regression analysis was performed to assess the association between MAP and mortality while adjusting for confounders. Result: Among 360 SAH patients, 44.8% did not survive hospitalization. The mean age was 54 years, with an initial mean MAP of 117.45±21.6 mmHg. Bivariate analysis showed that MAP ≥125 mmHg significantly increased mortality risk (OR = 1.93; 95% CI: 1.24–2.98; p = 0.002). Multivariate logistic regression identified MAP ≥125 mmHg as an independent predictor of mortality (Adjusted OR = 1.795; p = 0.012), alongside age (Adjusted OR = 2.043; p = 0.004), infection (Adjusted OR = 2.442; p = 0.001), and hydrocephalus (Adjusted OR = 2.174; p = 0.003). Conclusion: Elevated MAP (≥125 mmHg) is significantly associated with increased in-hospital mortality in SAH patients. These findings highlight the importance of early hemodynamic management in SAH to improve patient survival.
Indonesian Stroke Management Neurointerventional Services Challenges Fritz Sumantri Usman; Achmad Firdaus Sani; Fitri Octaviana; Merlin Prisilia Kastilong; Leny Kurnia; Theodorus K Hendartono; Andika S Atmadja; Yan Leo Tambunan; Syahrul Syahrul; Dodik Tugasworo Pramukarso
Journal of Neurointervention and Stroke Vol. 1 No. 1: MAY 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63937/jnevis-2025.11.3

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Highlight: Stroke burden in Indonesia Challenges for Indonesian neurointerventionst ABSTRACT Introduction: Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in Indonesia. Currently, stroke management has become more aggressive, and neurointerventionists are required to optimize acute stroke management. Objective: To determine the distribution of neurointerventionists in Indonesia and identify the obstacles faced in neurointervention services. Method: This cross-sectional study used an online questionnaire distributed to neurointerventionists in Indonesia between October and November 2024. Result: A total of 105 neurointerventionists completed the questionnaires. The distribution of neurointerventionists remains concentrated in Java, especially in Jakarta. The highest ratio of neurointerventionists to stroke cases was observed in Jakarta, while the lowest was in Lampung. West Java identified the largest gap in the number of neurointerventionists compared to Jakarta. Notably, 20.9% of neurointerventionists had not performed any neurointerventional procedures, and 46.8% reported challenges related to the funding of neurointerventional procedures through government insurance. Conclusion: Despite the increasing number of neurointerventionists in Indonesia, their distribution remains concentrated in Java. The main barrier was the funding of neurointerventional procedures through government insurance.
Deferring Angioplasty and Stenting based on Natural Progression in Severe Middle Cerebral Artery Stenosis: An Observation of Two Cases Vita Kusuma Rahmawati; Achmad Firdaus Sani; Dedy Kurniawan; Muh. Wildan Yahya; Faishol Hamdani
Journal of Neurointervention and Stroke Vol. 1 No. 1: MAY 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63937/jnevis-2025.11.5

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Highlight: MCA stenosis may remodel spontaneously or progress to complete occlusion Serial imaging observing progression spots high-risk cases, guiding intervention ABSTRACT Introduction: Severe middle cerebral artery (MCA) stenosis, as one of the intracranial atherosclerotic diseases, is a major cause of ischemic stroke. The role and optimal timing of interventions, such as angioplasty and stenting, remain subjects of debate, particularly due to the variable natural disease progression. While some cases improve spontaneously, others progress to total occlusion, necessitating comprehensive evaluation of individualized treatment approaches. Cases: This case series presents two patients with severe MCA stenosis, each of whom followed a distinct clinical courses. The first patient had 88% stenosis in the M1 segment of the right MCA (NIHSS 3, mRS 2), which spontaneously improved to 57% within days (NIHSS 2, mRS 2), with enhanced distal flow, leading to the decision to defer angioplasty and stenting. In contrast, the second patient initially had severe left MCA stenosis (NIHSS 10, mRS 4), which progressed to total occlusion within three months (NIHSS 10, mRS 4), also resulting in deferred intervention. Serial cerebral digital subtraction angiography (DSA) facilitated the observation of vascular evolution and collateral circulation, guiding decisions about intervention. Conclusion: The clinical outcomes of MCA stenosis range widely, from spontaneous resolution to progressive occlusion. Close serial imaging observation of collateral circulation and natural progression is essential for guiding decisions about angioplasty and stenting.  
Improvement of Hemifacial Spasm Following Palliative Embolization of an Unruptured Cerebellar Arteriovenous Malformation Merlin Prisilia Kastilong; Fritz Sumantri Usman; Achmad Firdaus Sani; Gilang Nispu Saputra; Octavianus Darmawan; Rahmi Muin; Leny Kurnia; Erman Keneddy
Journal of Neurointervention and Stroke Vol. 1 No. 1: MAY 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63937/jnevis-2025.11.6

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Highlight: Cerebellar region's AVM and hemifascial spasm Embolization AVM and hemifacial spasm ABSTRACT Introduction: Posterior fossa arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are uncommon, accounting for 7–15% of all intracranial AVMs. These malformations typically present with symptoms such as headaches, seizure, and intracerebral hemorrhage. Reports of hemifacial spasm–characterized by involuntary contractions of the facial muscles–as a presenting symptom of AVMs are extremely rare and usually occur only when the facial nerve is compressed. Case: A 35-year-old male presented with worsening left-sided hemifacial spasm, unresponsive to medication for around one year, followed by progressive headache and dizziness. T2-weighted MRI revealed contact between the facial nerve root and a tortuous posterior inferior cerebellar artery (PICA), along with an AVM in the left cerebellar hemisphere. Cerebral angiography demonstrated a left cerebellar AVM with feeding arteries from superior cerebellar artery (SCA) and PICA. The patient underwent successful embolization of the SCA using glue (n-BCA:lipiodol). An intraprocedural thrombus developed but was managed appropriately. Post-procedural cerebral angiography revealed recanalization of the basilar artery and left PICA, with a 30% reduction in nidus size. The hemifacial spasm improved significantly after embolization with an HFS-7 score reduction of six points in the first week post-procedure. Conclusion: Palliative embolization has shown potential in alleviating symptoms associated with hemifacial spasm and improving quality of life. Careful patient selection is essential to rule out secondary causes of hemifacial spasm and to identify underlying neurovascular contacts.