RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Carotid-Cavernous Fistulas: Intraarterial Treatment
JF American Journal of Neuroradiology
JO Am. J. Neuroradiol.
FD American Society of Neuroradiology
SP 449
OP 457
VO 1
IS 5
A1 Alex Berenstein
A1 Irvin I. Kricheff
A1 Joseph Ransohoff
YR 1980
UL http://www.ajnr.org/content/1/5/449.abstract
AB The intraarterial treatment of carotid-cavernous fistulas can be carried out rationally by considering a number of different factors. These include the site of the fistula, its size, its supply, its clinical presentation, associated vascular injuries, and the tolerance to carotid occlusion by a direct intraarterial balloon test. Careful attention to these features and familiarity with a variety of catheter systems, detachable balloons, and tissue adhesives will allow the operator to select the best treatment for each patient. Seven patients are described to illustrate these considerations.