Carotid-cavernous fistula(CCF) presenting as paroxysmal painful ophthalmoplegia

Abstract Background Painful ophthalmoplegia can be caused by various etiologies, and broad differential diagnosis is needed. Carotid-cavernous fistula (CCF) is a rare cause of painful ophthalmoplegia, and early diagnosis is quite difficult. Case presentation Here, we present a case of paroxysmal pai...

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Main Authors: Shan Li, Bin Feng, Yabo Feng, Zaiying Pang, Youting Lin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-02-01
Series:BMC Ophthalmology
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12886-019-1039-8