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Resistant rhinosinusitis: what to do when usual measures fail.

Raymond G Slavin1

  • 1Division of Allergy and Immunology, Department of Internal Medicine, Saint Louis University School of Medicine, 1402 South Grand Blvd., R209, St. Louis, MO 63104, USA.

Allergy and Asthma Proceedings
|November 19, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Persistent or recurrent rhinosinusitis requires evaluating underlying conditions like allergies or immune deficiencies. Other conditions, such as fungal sinusitis, may mimic bacterial infections and need different treatments.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) presents challenges in management, with some patients experiencing persistent or recurring symptoms.
  • Identifying underlying etiologies is crucial for effective treatment of refractory CRS.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline key underlying conditions and differential diagnoses in patients with difficult-to-treat rhinosinusitis.
  • To guide clinicians in selecting appropriate therapeutic strategies based on accurate diagnosis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and clinical guidelines on rhinosinusitis management.
  • Categorization of conditions contributing to refractory disease and those mimicking bacterial rhinosinusitis.

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Main Results:

  • Underlying conditions such as allergy, immune deficiency, cystic fibrosis, gastroesophageal reflux, and structural abnormalities are frequently implicated in persistent rhinosinusitis.
  • Conditions like chronic hyperplastic eosinophilic rhinosinusitis, fungal sinusitis, and aspirin sensitivity can mimic bacterial rhinosinusitis, necessitating distinct treatment approaches.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive diagnostic approach is essential for managing patients with refractory rhinosinusitis.
  • Addressing underlying systemic or local factors is paramount for achieving symptom resolution and preventing recurrence.