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Delayed contralateral traumatic carotid cavernous fistula after craniomaxillofacial fractures
Archives of Craniofacial Surgery ; : 44-47, 2019.
Article in English | WPRIM | ID: wpr-739208
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A carotid-cavernous sinus fistula is a rare condition in which an abnormal communication exists between the internal or external carotid artery and the cavernous sinus. It typically occurs within a few weeks after craniomaxillofacial trauma. In most cases, the carotid-cavernous sinus fistula occurs on the same side as the craniomaxillofacial fracture. We report a case of delayed carotidcavernous sinus fistula that developed symptoms 7 months after the craniomaxillofacial fracture. The fistula developed on the side opposite to that of the craniomaxillofacial fracture. Based on our experience with this case, we recommend a long follow-up period of 7–8 months after the occurrence of a craniomaxillofacial fracture. We also recommend that the follow-up should include consideration of the side contralateral to the injury.
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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Carotid Artery, External / Cavernous Sinus / Follow-Up Studies / Carotid-Cavernous Sinus Fistula / Fistula Type of study: Observational study / Prognostic study Language: English Journal: Archives of Craniofacial Surgery Year: 2019 Type: Article

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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Carotid Artery, External / Cavernous Sinus / Follow-Up Studies / Carotid-Cavernous Sinus Fistula / Fistula Type of study: Observational study / Prognostic study Language: English Journal: Archives of Craniofacial Surgery Year: 2019 Type: Article