Delayed contralateral traumatic carotid cavernous fistula after craniomaxillofacial fractures
Archives of Craniofacial Surgery
;
: 44-47, 2019.
Article
in English
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| ID: wpr-739208
ABSTRACT
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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Index:
WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Carotid Artery, External
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Cavernous Sinus
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Follow-Up Studies
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Carotid-Cavernous Sinus Fistula
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Fistula
Type of study:
Observational study
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Prognostic study
Language:
English
Journal:
Archives of Craniofacial Surgery
Year:
2019
Type:
Article
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