Image findings of cranial nerve pathology on [18F]-2- deoxy-D-glucose (FDG) positron emission tomography with computerized tomography (PET/CT): a pictorial essay. [PDF]
This article aims to increase awareness about the utility of (18)F -FDG-PET/CT in the evaluation of cranial nerve (CN) pathology. We discuss the clinical implication of detecting perineural tumor spread, emphasize the primary and secondary (18)F -FDG-PET/
Muzaffar, Razi +3 more
core +3 more sources
Cavernous Sinus Syndrome [PDF]
Cavernous sinus syndrome (CSS) is a condition characterized by multiple cranial nerve palsies manifesting with ophthalmoplegia, ptosis, and facial sensory loss due to involvement of adjacent cranial nerves. Tumors, trauma, and vascular, infectious, and noninfectious inflammatory disorders have all been described as causes.
Rakul, Nambiar, Sreejith G, Nair
openaire +2 more sources
Cavernous Sinus Angioleiomyoma: Case Report and Review of the Literature
Cavernous sinus angioleiomyoma (ALM) is extremely rare. Only three cases have been reported to be cavernous sinus ALM, and very few reports described characteristic findings for intracranial ALMs in detail.
Yu Teranishi +4 more
doaj +1 more source
Transvenous embolization of a direct carotid-cavernous fistula through the pterygoid plexus approach
We present a transvenous embolization technique for a direct carotid-cavernous fistula through the pterygoid plexus to the cavernous sinus which only 2 cases have been previously reported in the English literature.
Chang-Hsien Ou, MD +4 more
doaj +1 more source
Morphology of the walls of the cavernous sinus of Cebus apella (tufted capuchin monkey) [PDF]
The morphology of the dura mater and its relationship with the structures of the cavernous sinus were analyzed in five tufted capuchin monkeys (Cebus apella) using histological sections, showing that the walls of the cavernous sinus of this species are ...
ROBSON JOSÉ DE SOUSA DOMINGUES +2 more
doaj +1 more source
Principles of Pituitary Surgery [PDF]
Key Points 1. Understand the principles of pituitary surgery including the key-elements of surgical planning and decision-making 2. Identify the technical nuances distinguishing the endoscopic from the microscopic transsphenoidal approach 3.
Evans, James J. +4 more
core +2 more sources
A CPH-Like Picture in Two Patients with an Orbitocavernous Sinus Syndrome [PDF]
Two patients with retroorbital pain syndromes with or without paresis of cranial nerves developed weeks after ipsilateral headache resembling chronic paroxysmal hemicrania (CPH) but without autonomic features.
A Straube +5 more
core +1 more source
Trigeminal nerve and pathologies in magnetic resonance imaging : a pictorial review [PDF]
A variety of conditions may affect the trigeminal nerve. Magnetic resonance imaging is the modality of choice when trigeminal nerve pathology is suspected, and this modality plays an essential role in detecting causes. This review illustrates some of the
Akgoz, Ayca +5 more
core +2 more sources
Cavernous sinus meningiomas [PDF]
Cavernous sinus meningiomas were once considered unresectable. The development of microsurgical and skull base techniques as well as advances in anesthesia and neuroradiology have allowed safe and systematic treatment of these lesions. Proper evaluation and patient counseling are required. A thorough understanding of the anatomy and surgical approaches
Jason A, Heth, Ossama, Al-Mefty
openaire +2 more sources
Unilateral Direct Carotid Cavernous Fistula Causing Bilateral Ocular Manifestation
Unilateral carotid cavernous fistula presents with ipsilateral ocular findings. Bilateral presentation is only seen in bilateral fistulas, usually associated with indirect (dural) carotid cavernous fistulas.
Zeferino Demartini Jr. +6 more
doaj +1 more source

