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Published on: July 9, 2020
Bilateral post-traumatic carotid dissection as a result of a strangulation injury
Jiri Molacek1, Jan Baxa, Karel Houdek
1Charles University in Prague, School of Medicin in Pilsen, Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital in Pilsen, Husova 3, Pilsen, Czech Republic. molacek@fnplzen.cz
Abstract:
Carotid trauma is always very serious. Post-traumatic carotid dissection is rather rare and can be diagnosed late. Authors present a case report of post-traumatic bilateral carotid dissection and its spontaneous recovery. Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment are discussed.
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