Publications by authors named "Hong-Jian Guan"
World J Clin Cases
September 2023
Article Synopsis
- A carotid-cavernous fistula (CCF) is an abnormal connection between the internal carotid artery and the cavernous sinus, often resulting from trauma or neuroendovascular procedures, including mechanical thrombectomy (MT) for stroke.
- The case study details a 60-year-old woman who suffered from a stroke and developed a CCF after undergoing MT; she later improved after undergoing embolization for the CCF.
- Understanding the anatomical variations, like the tortuosity of the internal carotid artery, is crucial for predicting and preventing complications like CCF in patients undergoing MT.
