Gillespie syndrome: An atypical form and review of the literature.

Introduction: Gillespie syndrome (GS) is a rare genetic disorder that combines ocular and cerebral defects.It was first described in 1965, by Frederick D. Gillespie.

[Unilateral exophthalmia revealing large aneurysm of the internal carotid: a case report].

Intracavernous carotid artery aneurysm is rare but it leads to major complications. Common clinical picture is characterized by ophthalmoplegia associated with intense headaches. Cerebral angiography is used to confirm clinical suspicion and it guides therapeutic management.

[Late exophthalmos revealing post-traumatic carotid-cavernous fistula: a case report].

Carotid-cavernous fistula is an abnormal communication between the carotid artery and the cavernous sinus. It is most commonly due to congenital arteriovenous malformations but it can also be caused by a trauma. It is a rare disease which can give rise to visual and life-threatening consequences.