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[Mycotic aneurysm of extravascular origin]
Arquivos De Neuro-Psiquiatria
|December 1, 1976
Summary
A rare case of complete unilateral ophthalmoplegia in a female patient was caused by a septic aneurysm of the internal carotid artery. This highlights the importance of considering infectious causes for such neurological conditions.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Vascular Surgery
- Infectious Diseases
Context:
- A complete unilateral ophthalmoplegia secondary to septic aneurysm of the internal carotid artery.
- Presence of thrombophlebitis of the cavernous sinus.
Purpose:
- To report a rare case of ophthalmoplegia due to septic internal carotid artery aneurysm.
- To discuss the potential for extravascular infectious etiology.
- To review literature and comment on the rarity of the phenomenon.
Summary:
- A female patient presented with complete unilateral ophthalmoplegia.
- The condition was attributed to a septic aneurysm of the internal carotid artery.
- Extravascular infectious etiology and thrombophlebitis of the cavernous sinus were considered.
Impact:
- Highlights the rarity of septic aneurysms causing ophthalmoplegia.
- Suggests further observation is needed for internal carotid artery ligation as a treatment.
- Contributes to understanding complex neurovascular and infectious presentations.