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=== Laboratory Tests === | === Laboratory Tests === | ||
=== Imaging === | === Imaging === | ||
CT angiography or MR angiography are typically the first line imaging modality based on patient presentation and ease of availability in the emergency department. Angiography is the gold standard of diagnostic imaging in order to confirm the communication, as well as describe the location and flow of the fistula. | |||
=== Differential Diagnosis === | === Differential Diagnosis === | ||
Revision as of 18:23, 22 November 2025
Overview
Carotid-cavernous fistula, or caroticocavernous fistula, is an acquired communication between the carotid artery system and the cavernous sinus.
Pathophysiology
Relevant Anatomy
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Contents of the cavernous sinus
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Bilateral cavernous sinus contents with communication through the circular venous plexus
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Lateral view of the cavernous sinus in the skull base
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Axial view of the cavernous sinus
Disease Etiology
Diagnosis
Patient History
Physical Examination
Laboratory Tests
Imaging
CT angiography or MR angiography are typically the first line imaging modality based on patient presentation and ease of availability in the emergency department. Angiography is the gold standard of diagnostic imaging in order to confirm the communication, as well as describe the location and flow of the fistula.