Comparison of signs and symptoms before and after carotid occlusion in 26 patients with symptomatic cavernous sinus aneurysms
| Signs and Symptoms | Before Carotid Occlusion | After Carotid Occlusion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Period | At Last Evaluation | ||
| Diplopia | 24 (92) | 18/24 (75) | 8/24 (33) |
| Third nerve paresis | 10 (38) | 6/10 (60) | 3/10 (30) |
| Fourth nerve paresis | 4 (15) | 2/4 (50) | 1/4 (25) |
| Sixth nerve paresis | 18 (69) | 9/18 (50) | 2/18 (11) |
| Trigeminal pain or sensory loss | 3 (12) | 3/3 (100) | 2/3 (66) |
| Visual loss | 3 (12) | 1/3 (33) | 0/3 (0) |
| Horner’s syndrome | 5 (19) | 4/5 (80) | 2/5 (40) |
| Headache | 6 (23) | 4/6 (66) | 3/6 (50) |
Note.-Data are number (%) of patients.