Question 1

what is a carotid cavernous fistula?

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Link  artery to vein: The carotid artery, the main supply to the head, can establish a direct connection to the veins in the cavernous sinus lead to pronounced elevation of pressure in the veins which will dilate throughout the front of the head and can lead to a deadly leak.  If you suspect this you need to see your doctor immediately (or an er) to get treatment.

Question 2

what are the tip-offs that you might have carotid cavernous fistula?

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CC Fistula: Ccf classically produces "pulsatile exophthalmos" which mean the eye bulges out and exhibits a pulsatile pattern. The affected eye is usually reddened and there may be visual difficulties as well as headache.

Question 3

what kind of doctors treat a carotid cavernous fistula?

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Neurosurgeon: This is a direct connection between the carotid artery and the low pressure venous system in the cavernous sinus.  It can cause significant dysfunction of cranial nerves, cause swelling of veins in the upper face and eye surface, and is in fact very dangerous and requires immediate attention from a neurosurgeon to prevent permanent damage or even death.

Question 4

i need a straight answer. what is carotid cavernous fistula?

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Abnormal connection: This is an abnormal connection within the skull between the internal carotid artery, a branch supplying the brain, and the surrounding veins.  It can cause pain, eye bulging and visual loss if not treated.  This should be evaluated by a neurosurgeon.

Question 5

treatment options for carotid cavernous fistula? thanks!

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Embolization: Many c-c fistulas are treated with embolization.

Question 6

my father has carotid cavernous fistula. what does this mean?

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Fistula: Is an abnormal connection between an artery and vein. C-c fistula is flow from artery directly into a venous structure called the cavernous sinus. This is often treated with embolization.

Question 7

high deductible. limited coverage of outpatient care. would really help to know what tests, evaluations are required to diagnose carotid cavernous fistula and follow it after treatment.?

Accepted Answer

Angiography : Cerebral angiography best for diagnosis. Can also see on cta.  Can follow with mra or angiography.

Question 8

can you please tell me what causes an anal fistula?

Accepted Answer

Infected anal gland: the most common cause if an infected gland near the anus typically due to obstruction of the gland.  Thus results in a small abscess.  The abscess needs to drain to prevent you from becoming sick.  It does this by finding a path to release to release the puss.   The pathway is typically to the adjacent skin near the anus.  In rare circumstance fistulas can be the result of Crohnes or cancer.

Question 9

can chronic fissures cause fistula how can i avoid that ?

Accepted Answer

Risk increases: With chronic fissures, you would be more at risk to develop a possible fistula than a person without chronic fissures.  Get the fissure treated and controlled, and your risk would decrease of any possible fistula formation.  Other than that, there is not much else you can do.  Be well, best wishes.

Question 10

can a knife wound cause gastrointestinal fistula?

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Yes: A knife wound to the abdomen is likely to cause a puncture to the intestines. When this happens the contents of the bowel can leak into the abdominal cavity. This requires immediate surgery to close the hole and wash out the contaminated  abdomen. If there are many penetrating wounds or a delay in closure this can result in formation of a fistula-abnormal connection to the skin or other organ.

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