Coil Embolization of a Pseudoaneurysm of the Petrous Internal Carotid Artery Presenting with Otorrhagia: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
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10.5812/iranjradiol-119061چکیده
Introduction: Otorrhagia is not a common manifestation of petrous internal carotid artery (ICA) aneurysm. Besides idiopathic cases, different etiologies, including trauma, infection, and radiation, have been suggested for petrous ICA aneurysms/pseudoaneurysms. However, there is limited experience in the management of this rare aneurysm/pseudoaneurysm with coil embolization. Conclusion: To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case of petrous ICA pseudoaneurysm, presenting with only intractable otorrhagia. The patient was successfully treated with coil embolization, with no need for further interventions. Besides, a review of petrous ICA aneurysms or pseudoaneurysms presenting with otorrhagia was performed.