Question 1

what sort of disease is a cavernous sinus aneurysm?

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Brain aneurysm: A cavernous aneurysm is a common finding that if truly cavernous, indicates that it is located outside of the brain and generally carries a benign prognosis.  It may be of concern if it gets sufficiently large (usually > 1.5 cm) and presses on important nerves.  Treatment is usually endovascular, including now flow diverting devices.  Smaller cavernous aneurysms are usually managed conservatively.

Question 2

do symptoms like cavernous sinus aneurysm go away quickly?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Aneurysms of the cavernous sinus may cause symptoms from compression of the nerves which control eye movement, or compression of the nerves which supply sensation of the face. Once these symptoms occur, they are unlikely to go away without treatment of the aneurysm. These aneurysms are unlikely to resolve on their own. If it is causing symptoms, it probably should be treated.

Question 3

my brother was diagnosed with cavernous sinus aneurysm. any tips or suggestions for him?

Accepted Answer

Great question: It would be good to have the opinion from a few specialists. The opinions from vascular surgery and hematology/oncology are very useful. I would like to know if a procedure could be done. I would also like know if he would need to be on life-long anti-coagulation. My patients who have a chronic dissecting aortic aneurysm and an internal carotid aneurysm are on life-long anti-coagulation.

Question 4

my sister says she has cavernous sinus aneurysm. are family members more likely to get the same thing?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Cerebral aneurysms can be hereditary. If more than one person in your family has an aneurysm you are at increased risk. If people in your family have polycystic kidney disease or elhers-danlos syndrome you are at significant risk. Mra and cta are good screening tools.

Question 5

was planning to see classmates at upcoming 20th reunion. now i am hearing my best friend has cavernous sinus aneurysm. what is that?

Accepted Answer

Type brain aneurysm: The cavernous sinus consists of veins, the carotid artery, and nerves. It can be affected by various disease processes including infections, inflammation, aneurysms, and tumors. Aneurysms usually arise from the internal carotid artery as it passes through the sinus. Aneurysms are dangerous because they may rupture and therefore should be treated using endovascular techniques.

Question 6

do we need to report cavernous sinus aneurysm as a long-term health condition, or does it go away after being treated? my teen is getting ready to go to college.

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is very important to provide a complete and accurate medical history. This is especially important when your teen has his or her physical prior to starting college.

Question 7

what is the treatment for cavernous sinus aneurysm that is best and has fewest side effects?

Accepted Answer

Embolization : Embolization is a possible treatment option.

Question 8

cavernous sinus shows mildly higher signal on right side as compared to left on t2w.it appers slightly more bulky on right side as comparecd on left with evidence of enhancement which is continuous along the right clivus .is it tumor? compression no?

Accepted Answer

: Am confused as to why you underwent imaging of cavernous sinus at age 20.  Do you possess chronic sinusitis, or have you encountered facial trauma.  We can answer far better with correlative data, and you could consider reposting or better yet, present your studies via virtual consult at HT (www.connect@healthtap.com).

Question 9

when a girl has cavernous sinus tumor, what are the effects?

Accepted Answer

Depends: This depends on the type of tumor and its size.  The symptoms may include double vision and facial pain.  There may also be a component of headache or pain behind the eye.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: cavernous sinus tumor?

Accepted Answer

Various tumor types: The cavernous sinus is a venous sinus on both sides of the pituitary fossa, a complex area wherein the cranial nerves controlling eye movements, facial sensation/movement pass. The carotid artery also passes through this area. There are a variety of tumor types that can arise in this area ranging from benign/slow growing tumors-meningiomas  /schwannomas to metastatic cancers. Treatment varies.

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Was planning to see classmates at upcoming 20th reunion. now i am hearing my best friend has cavernous sinus aneurysm. what is that?

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Do we need to report cavernous sinus aneurysm as a long-term health condition, or does it go away after being treated? my teen is getting ready to go to college.

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What is the treatment for cavernous sinus aneurysm that is best and has fewest side effects?

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Cavernous sinus shows mildly higher signal on right side as compared to left on t2w.it appers slightly more bulky on right side as comparecd on left with evidence of enhancement which is continuous along the right clivus .is it tumor? compression no?

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When a girl has cavernous sinus tumor, what are the effects?

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