Abstract
Carotid dissection is a well-described complication of head and neck trauma. Two cases of carotid dissection that occurred after use of shiatsu-type massagers are described. This potential cause should be considered when evaluating patients with idiopathic carotid dissection.
MeSH terms
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / therapeutic use
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Aspirin / therapeutic use
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Carotid Artery Injuries / drug therapy
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Carotid Artery Injuries / etiology*
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Female
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Headache / drug therapy
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Headache / etiology
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Humans
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Magnetic Resonance Angiography
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Male
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Massage / adverse effects*
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Middle Aged
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Neck Pain / drug therapy
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Neck Pain / etiology
Substances
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
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Aspirin