Transvenous treatment of spontaneous dural carotid-cavernous fistulas using a combination of detachable coils and Onyx

AJNR Am J Neuroradiol. 2006 Jun-Jul;27(6):1346-9.

Abstract

Three patients with spontaneous dural carotid-cavernous fistulas were treated by using a combination of detachable coils and Onyx liquid embolic agent. Cavernous sinus was accessed via the superior ophthalmic vein or inferior petrous sinus approach. In all cases, a complete angiographic closure of the fistulas was achieved with full recovery from neuro-ophthalmologic symptoms. This report suggests that the controlled and excellent penetration of Onyx is superb for blocking the intricate communication of dural carotid-cavernous fistulas.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Carotid-Cavernous Sinus Fistula / diagnostic imaging
  • Carotid-Cavernous Sinus Fistula / therapy*
  • Cerebral Angiography
  • Dimethyl Sulfoxide / administration & dosage*
  • Embolization, Therapeutic / instrumentation
  • Embolization, Therapeutic / methods*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Polyvinyls / administration & dosage*
  • Radiography, Interventional

Substances

  • Onyx copolymer
  • Polyvinyls
  • Dimethyl Sulfoxide