Transient monocular blindness in carotid occlusion testing.

Publication/Presentation Date

2-1-1994

Abstract

A patient developed monocular blindness 23 minutes into a temporary balloon occlusion test of the carotid artery, on the side being tested. His vision returned to normal 1 minute after the balloon was deflated. The authors emphasize the importance of complete frequent neurologic examination during this kind of test.

Volume

15

Issue

2

First Page

255

Last Page

257

ISSN

0195-6108

Disciplines

Diagnosis | Medicine and Health Sciences | Other Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment | Radiology

PubMedID

8192069

Department(s)

Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Medical Imaging

Document Type

Article

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