We present a rare case of a spontaneous indirect caroticocavernous fistula (CCF) in an early adolescent, who exhibited a 1-month history of redness, decrease in vision and proptosis of the right eye without a history of trauma or connective tissue disorder. An MRI of the brain and orbit and a digital subtraction angiography confirmed the diagnosis of Barrow type D CCF. The same was then treated with coiling and a liquid embolising agent using the transfacial venous route, resulting in complete obliteration. Reduction in conjunctival congestion with mild improvement in visual acuity was noted postprocedure. Complete recovery was noted at the 6-month follow-up visit. CCF, though rare in the paediatric population, should be highly considered in the differential diagnosis when the above-mentioned complaints are present. Early diagnosis and intervention have favourable outcomes.
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