Cerebral Infarction following traumatic Carotid Cavernous Fistula in Adolescent Male; a Case Report

International Journal of Medical Science

© 2017 by SSRG - IJMS Journal

Volume 4 Issue 10

Year of Publication : 2017

Authors : Ali Alaseeri, MD

10.14445/23939117/IJMS-V4I10P102

How to Cite?

Ali Alaseeri, MD, "Cerebral Infarction following traumatic Carotid Cavernous Fistula in Adolescent Male; a Case Report," SSRG International Journal of Medical Science, vol. 4,  no. 10, pp. 6-10, 2017. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23939117/IJMS-V4I10P102

Abstract:

Carotid cavernous fistula (CCF) is a pathologic communication between carotid artery and the cavernous sinus. It can cause a wide range of symptoms that could be life-threatening in rare cases. A 15-year old male was diagnosed with right sided CCF after severe road traffic accident and underwent surgical coiling procedure. Two years later, while doing investigations to determine the cause of recurrent syncopal attacks that the patient was suffering, he was diagnosed with cerebral infarction together with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. The current report highlights the importance of follow up of patients with CCF.

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The current report highlights the importance of follow up of patients with CCF.

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