Neuroendovascular management of carotid cavernous fistulae.

Publication/Presentation Date

10-1-2009

Abstract

Carotid-cavernous fistulae are abnormal arterial communications within the cavernous sinus. Endovascular obliteration is the mainstay therapy for the definitive treatment of these lesions. Several approaches have been described. These include transarterial or transvenous embolization with balloons, coils, particles, or covered stents, and arterial sacrifice. The preferred technique is based on the fistula type (direct or indirect), microanatomy, chronicity, and the extent of the arterial defect.

Volume

20

Issue

4

First Page

447

Last Page

452

ISSN

1558-1349

Disciplines

Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods

PubMedID

19853804

Department(s)

Administration and Leadership

Document Type

Article

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