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Contrast-Enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging Suggested a Possibility of Transvenous Embolization in the Superior Petrosal Sinus Dural Arteriovenous Fistula: A Case Report.

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Objective

Superior petrosal sinus dural arteriovenous fistula (SPS-DAVF) is a rare subtype of intracranial DAVF that sometimes leads to hemorrhagic symptoms following deep venous drainage. Here we report the case of SPS-DAVF with retrograde venous reflux to the cerebellar vein. Preoperative contrast-enhanced MRI was a decisive factor in a safe and effective treatment.

Case presentation

A 37-year-old woman was referred to our hospital with abnormal MRI findings, which was performed when she had a mild headache during her check-up. DSA revealed left-sided SPS-DAVF, which was diagnosed as Cognard type IIb. Both CTA and DSA could not detect the whole SPS but only the shunt pouch. Using contrast-enhanced MRI, we were able to visualize the presence of the SPS and its continuity within the shunt pouch. 3D-T1 turbo spin echo (SPACE) showed a low-intensity area in the SPS, which was not seen in the 3D-T1 fast field echo (FFE). During the procedure, there was a point where it was difficult to advance the microcatheter, which coincided with the low-intensity area. We achieved effective transvenous embolization from the occluded venous access by devising a surgical technique.

Conclusion

In addition to the contrast-enhanced 3D-T1 FFE, 3D-T1 SPACE might provide beneficial information for endovascular therapy in the evaluation of venous sinuses, which could not be detected by standard examinations.

SUBMITTER: Nishihori M

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10370784 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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Contrast-Enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging Suggested a Possibility of Transvenous Embolization in the Superior Petrosal Sinus Dural Arteriovenous Fistula: A Case Report.

Nishihori Masahiro M Izumi Takashi T Tsukada Tetsuya T Kato Yutaka Y Uda Kenji K Yokoyama Kinya K Araki Yoshio Y Saito Ryuta R

Journal of neuroendovascular therapy 20210814 3

<h4>Objective</h4>Superior petrosal sinus dural arteriovenous fistula (SPS-DAVF) is a rare subtype of intracranial DAVF that sometimes leads to hemorrhagic symptoms following deep venous drainage. Here we report the case of SPS-DAVF with retrograde venous reflux to the cerebellar vein. Preoperative contrast-enhanced MRI was a decisive factor in a safe and effective treatment.<h4>Case presentation</h4>A 37-year-old woman was referred to our hospital with abnormal MRI findings, which was performed ...[more]

PMID: 37502282

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Contrast-Enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging Suggested a Possibility of Transvenous Embolization in the Superior Petrosal Sinus Dural Arteriovenous Fistula: A Case Report.

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Case presentation

Conclusion

Publications

Contrast-Enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging Suggested a Possibility of Transvenous Embolization in the Superior Petrosal Sinus Dural Arteriovenous Fistula: A Case Report.

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