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  • Title: [The diagnosis and treatment of traumatic carotid-cavernous fistula].
    Author: Feng Z, Li J, Ding X.
    Journal: Yan Ke Xue Bao; 2002 Jun; 18(2):104-6. PubMed ID: 15510648.
    Abstract:
    PURPOSE: To detect the value of digital subtraction angiography (DSA) and intra-vessel embolism in diagnosing and treating traumatic carotid-cavernous fistula (TCCF). METHOD: 9 cases with TCCF characteristic of pulsating exophthalmos, who were checked by DSA and treated by detachable balloon technique, were analyzed retrospectively. RESULT: Carotid-cavernous fistula of these patients was observed with DSA and occluded with intra-vessel embolism successfully. The carotid artery remained unobstructed postoperatively. No severe complication was observed. CONCLUSION: DSA was one of the best ways to make a correct diagnosis of TCCF and intra-vessel embolism, to give a successful therapy.
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