Misdiagnosis of brain aneurysms occur in up to one quarter of patients when initially seeking medical attention. Whether these patients are seen by a primary care physician, an ER professional, or a nurse at a walk-in clinic, they are often sent home without having had a scan.

These patients are often told:

Unfortunately, the lack of a scan often leads to a rupture and requires emergency surgery – if the patient is fortunate enough to get to a hospital in sufficient time. 

Misdiagnosis Facts & Stats:

• Misdiagnosis or delays in diagnosis occur in up to one quarter of patients when initially seeking medical attention.
• Ruptured brain aneurysms are fatal in about 50% of cases. Of those who survive, about 66% suffer some permanent neurological deficit.
• Accurate early diagnosis of a ruptured brain aneurysm is critical,as the initial hemorrhage may be fatal or result in devastating neurologic outcomes.
• There are almost 500,000 deaths worldwide each year caused by brain aneurysms, and half the victims are younger than 50.