Carotid-cavernous sinus fistula following Le Fort I osteotomy.

Abstract

A case report of a carotid-cavernous sinus fistula, a rare complication following orthognathic surgery, is presented. The anatomy and pathophysiology of the condition is discussed as they relate to the development of clinical signs and symptoms, and an attempt is made to explain this complication on the basis of a spectrum of possible internal carotid injuries following orthognathic surgery.

• Authors: D T Lanigan, D E Tubman
• Journal: Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (J Oral Maxillofac Surg) Vol. 45 Issue 11 Pg. 969-75 (Nov 1987) ISSN: 0278-2391 [Print] United States
• PMID: 3478445 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Abducens Nerve (physiopathology)
• Adult
• Arteriovenous Fistula (etiology, physiopathology)
• Carotid Artery, Internal (anatomy & histology)
• Cavernous Sinus (anatomy & histology)
• Cranial Nerve Diseases (etiology)
• Exophthalmos (etiology)
• Humans
• Male
• Maxilla (surgery)
• Oculomotor Nerve (physiopathology)
• Osteotomy (adverse effects)