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Oman J Ophthalmol
October 2024
Department of Ophthalmology, Minto Ophthalmic Hospital, Regional Institute of Ophthalmology, Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Carotid-cavernous fistula (CCF) is a rare condition involving an abnormal communication between the carotid artery and the cavernous sinus. We present a unique case of posttraumatic unilateral CCF initially misdiagnosed as a corneal melt with iris prolapse and orbital cellulitis. The patient, a 25-year-old male, experienced swelling, bleeding, and sudden vision loss in the affected eye following a fall.
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September 2024
Interventional Neuroradiologist, Erasmus Hospital, Brussels, Belgium.
Carotid-cavernous fistulas (CCFs) are abnormal connections between the carotid arteries and the cavernous sinus, posing significant neuro-ophthalmologic risks. This report presents a rare case of bilateral post-traumatic CCFs, focusing on clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management. Symptoms mimic conjunctivitis, causing diplopia, exophthalmos, and ophthalmoplegia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFRadiol Case Rep
September 2024
Department of Neurology, Neurology, Airlangga University Faculty of Medicine, Dr. Soetomo General Hospital, Mayjend Prof. Dr. Moestopo No. 6-8, Surabaya 60264, Surabaya-Indonesia.
Carotid cavernous fistula (CCF) is an abnormal communication between the carotid artery and the cavernous sinus, which is most commonly caused by trauma. Due to its high-flow nature and aggressive clinical course, spontaneous resolution of CCF is rare, making endovascular embolization necessary. This procedure aims to prevent potential vision loss, emphasizing the importance of timely intervention to preserve visual function.
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July 2024
Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Seoul National University Boramae Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Carotid-cavernous fistula (CCF) is a rare condition. However, it should be suspected when there are traumatic facial fractures, because if not diagnosed, it can lead to permanent damage such as blindness. Traumatic CCF often presents delayed symptoms, and delayed diagnosis without prompt treatment can lead to permanent injuries in optic and cranial nerves III, IV, V, and VI as well as intracranial hemorrhage.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNeurol Sci
March 2024
Neuroradiology Unit, Diagnostic Department, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Parma, Parma, Italy.
A 28-year-old woman who suffered a head injury 2 months before presented with a history of progressive right eye proptosis, ophthalmoplegia, and conjunctival injection. The radiological workup with a magnetic resonance imaging of the brain and cerebral angiography revealed a direct, high-flow, right post-traumatic carotid-cavernous fistula. An endovascular procedure was performed, and the carotid-cavernous fistula was successfully occluded with a progressive resolution of the complained symptoms.
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