Effect of a Blood Diverter (IMAGE) University of Leeds Caption Effect of a flow diverter on blood flow around a brain aneurysm. Once the flow diverter is in place, it reduces blood flow to the aneurysm, allowing it to heal. Credit University of Leeds Usage Restrictions Please credit License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.