Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim
Internal Medicine
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Hello doctor,
My mother has a carotid-cavernous fistula.
1. Can we cure this condition through surgery?
2. What are the risks of the surgery?
Kindly help.
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I read your query and understand your concern.
Generally, carotid-cavernous fistula (CCF) is two types: direct carotid-cavernous fistula and dural carotid-cavernous fistula. Direct carotid-cavernous fistula requires intervention as complications are more common and severe. Mainly surgical or endovascular repair is done. Dural carotid-cavernous fistula requires intervention if there are significant symptoms.
Please follow up with your mother's reports, some photos of her eyes, and all the symptoms she has.
Thank you.
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