Carotid-cavernous sinus fistula accompanying facial trauma.
The development of a carotid-cavernous sinus fistula is an uncommon complication of a maxillo-facial injury. A case report in which this developed within three days of injury is described, and the aetiology and incidence of the condition discussed.
D000293:Adolescent; D001164:Arteriovenous Fistula / Q000209:etiology*; D002339:Carotid Arteries; D002426:Cavernous Sinus; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008446:Maxillofacial Injuries / Q000150:complications*