Endosaccular coil embolization of very small aneurysms is associated with relatively high rates of intraprocedural rupture, especially intraoperative rupture. With the advent of more sophisticated endovascular materials (microcatheters and microguidewires, soft and ultrasoft coils, and stents) endovascular procedures have become feasible and can lead to a good angiographic outcome.

Immediate complete obliteration of a micro-AVM with a high permanent cure and low morbidity rates was accomplished using endovascular treatment. Early embolization after bleeding should be considered as an alternative to resection.

Abdominal cocoon is a rare acquired condition in which there is encapsulation of the small bowel by a fibrous membrane. The authors describe a case wherein an organism was identified for the first time. The clinical, pathological and radiological features of this unusual disease are reviewed. Peritoneal encapsulation, a related subject, is also discussed.

This series attests to the efficacy of a non-operative approach to haemobilia using radiological diagnosis and intervention.

Abciximab is efficacious and safe for thrombolysis during and after endovascular intracranial aneurysm treatment in the absence of preexisting ischaemic stroke.