CT-revealed choroidal effusions as a sign of carotid cavernous fistula.
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چکیده
Choroidal effusions may appear as subtle abnormalities on CT scans. Recognition of choroidal effusions, however, is critical because they may be an early sign of ocular pathologic abnormality. After detection, the various causes of choroidal effusions, such as carotid cavernous fistulas, ocular hypotony, tumors, and inflammatory conditions, should be considered.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- AJNR. American journal of neuroradiology
دوره 21 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2000