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Christine Buckley to Represent Brain Aneurysm Foundation at the 2025 International Stroke Conference

The Brain Aneurysm Foundation (BAF) is excited to announce that its Executive Director, Christine Buckley, will be a featured speaker at the upcoming International Stroke Conference, taking place from February 5-7 in Los Angeles. This prestigious event is widely recognized as the leading conference for the study and treatment of cerebrovascular diseases and brain health.

Understanding Brain Aneurysms

Brain aneurysms can lead to subarachnoid hemorrhagic strokes, which contribute to approximately 5% of all stroke instances. A reaction to a weakened blood vessel, a brain aneurysm occurs when this vessel ruptures, causing bleeding in the surrounding brain tissue.

Current statistics highlight that 1 in 50 people in the United States have a brain aneurysm. Each year, over 30,000 individuals experience a rupture, with roughly half of these cases resulting in death. Alarmingly, research indicates that between 1% and 4% of patients visiting emergency rooms due to severe headaches may have a ruptured aneurysm; unfortunately, around 25% of those cases may be misdiagnosed or have delayed diagnoses.

Conference Participation

Christine Buckley aims to provide insights from the perspective of patients grappling with this severe health issue during her presentation at the conference. In her own words, she stated, “It is an honor to represent the voice of the millions of patients, families, and caregivers impacted by this devastating condition and to share their stories with leading physicians in the field.”

Session Details

• - Title: Best Interventions vs. Conservative Management for Unruptured Brain Aneurysms - Assessing the Risks and Benefits
• - Category: Aneurysms and Vascular Malformations
• - Presentation: Understanding the Patient's Perspective: Navigating the Fear of a 'Ticking Bomb' Inside My Head
• - Date/Time: February 6, 2025, from 2 PM to 3 PM PST
• - Location: Los Angeles Convention Center, Room 152

The session will feature a distinguished panel, including Dr. Daniel Hoit from the Semmes Murphy Clinic, Dr. Stacey Wolfe Quintero from Wake Forest School of Medicine, and Dr. Edgar Samaniego from the University of Iowa, who will delve into strategies regarding the management of unruptured brain aneurysms while assessing the associated risks and benefits.

About the Brain Aneurysm Foundation

Founded in 1994 and based in Hanover, Massachusetts, the Brain Aneurysm Foundation serves as a leading organization dedicated to raising awareness about brain aneurysms and providing education, support, and funding for research in this area. With a mission focused on informing individuals about the symptoms and risk factors related to brain aneurysms, the foundation strives to prevent ruptures while improving patient outcomes through advocacy efforts.

The BAF boasts a robust Medical Advisory Board comprising more than 40 experts in the field from renowned hospitals and universities, emphasizing its commitment to research and patient support.

For more information about the foundation and to stay updated on events and efforts, follow the BAF on various social media platforms or visit their website at bafound.org.

Conclusion

Christine Buckley's presentation at the 2025 International Stroke Conference marks a momentous opportunity to spotlight brain aneurysms and advocate for those affected by this serious medical condition. Through collaboration and engagement, the BAF is dedicated to transforming the narrative around brain health and improving the lives of countless individuals affected by aneurysm-related complications.