Endovascular Treatment of Indirect Carotid‑ Cavernous Fistula Using Surgical Approach via Superior Ophthalmic Vein

Czech version

Authors: D. Krahulík ¹; M. Vaverka ¹; M. Köcher ²; M. Černá ²
Authors‘ workplace: LF UP a FN Olomouc Neurochirurgická klinika ¹; LF UP a FN Olomouc Radiologická klinika ²
Published in: Cesk Slov Neurol N 2013; 76/109(4): 482-485
Category: Short Communication

Overview

Endovascular embolisation is the preferred treatment for carotid-cavernous fistulas. However, tortuosity, hypoplasia, or stenosis of the normal venous routes may result in failure to catheterize the cavernous sinus. In these cases, direct surgical cannulation of the arterialized superior ophthalmic vein offers an excellent alternative approach.

Key words:
carotid-cavernous fistula – superior ophthalmic vein – endovascular treatment

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