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Traumatic lateral sinus thrombosis. Report of two cases
1Department of Diagnostic Neuroradiology, University of Umeå, Sweden.
Angiology
|December 1, 1976
Summary
Fractures crossing the transverse sinus can cause thrombosis. Cerebral angiography revealed characteristic filling defects, confirming thrombosis in one case and suggesting it in another.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Radiology
- Pathology
Background:
- Transverse sinus thrombosis is a rare complication of head trauma.
- Fractures involving the skull base can directly impact venous sinuses.
Observation:
- Two cases of transverse sinus thrombosis secondary to fractures crossing the sinus are presented.
- Cerebral angiography was utilized to visualize the venous structures.
Findings:
- One case demonstrated a filling defect on angiography, confirmed as intraluminal thrombosis at autopsy.
- The second case exhibited angiographic findings consistent with transverse sinus thrombosis, though not autopsy-verified.
Implications:
- Cerebral angiography is a valuable tool for diagnosing transverse sinus thrombosis in trauma patients.
- Understanding the radiological signs can aid in prompt diagnosis and management of this condition.