Otologic complications of temporomandibular joint arthrocentesis due to arteriovenous fistula

Clin Case Rep. 2022 Aug 22;10(8):e6235. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.6235. eCollection 2022 Aug.

Abstract

Arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is a rare sequela following arthrocentesis of the temporomandibular joint. This case report discusses a constellation of symptoms, findings, and appropriate management of a patient with a superficial temporal AVF. Several findings in this case, including vertigo, nystagmus, and hearing loss, have not been previously documented in the literature.

Keywords: TMJ arthrocentesis; arteriovenous fistula; embolization; hearing loss; superficial temporal artery.

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