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Intracavernous carotid artery aneurysm presenting as recurrent epistaxis
J Goleas1, M A Mikhael, M L Paige
1Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Evanston Hospital, Chicago, Illinois.
The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology
|July 1, 1991
Summary
Massive nosebleeds from a leaking intracavernous carotid artery aneurysm are rare. This case report details imaging and a successful treatment for this unusual condition.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Neurology
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Intracavernous carotid artery aneurysms are rare vascular malformations.
- Massive epistaxis is an uncommon but severe presentation of these aneurysms.