Superficial Temporal Vein: Route to Embolization of Cavernous Dural Arteriovenous Fistula

Superficial temporal vein catheterization was used to embolize a dural arteriovenous malformation of the cavernous sinus in a 44-year-old woman. The pertinent venous anatomy is discussed. This route may provide crucial access to the cavernous sinus when conventional approaches such as the Inferior petrosal sinus catheterization are difficult.