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Maxillary sinus textiloma: a case report.

Yoann Pons¹, Thomas Schouman

¹Maxillofacial Surgery Department, AP-HP - Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, University of Paris 6, France. pons.yoann@gmail.com.

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A textiloma, a retained surgical sponge, was discovered in a patient's maxillary sinus, initially appearing as a recurrent cyst. This case highlights the importance of considering textilomas after sinus surgery.

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Area of Science:

Otolaryngology
Surgical Pathology

Background:

Textilomas, or retained surgical materials, can occur in various anatomical locations.
This study presents the first reported case of a textiloma within the maxillary sinus.

Purpose of the Study:

To report a unique case of maxillary sinus textiloma.
To emphasize the diagnostic challenge posed by textilomas mimicking other conditions.

Main Methods:

A 60-year-old male patient presented with persistent maxillary sinus infection.
Computed tomography (CT) revealed an opacity suggestive of cyst recurrence post-prior surgery.
Surgical exploration via Caldwell-Luc approach led to the identification of the textiloma.

Main Results:

A textiloma (retained surgical compress) was found within the maxillary sinus.
Post-excision, the patient experienced complete resolution of sinus symptoms.
CT imaging initially mimicked a recurrent sinus cyst.

Conclusions:

Surgeons must consider textilomas in patients with a history of sinus surgery presenting with recurrent symptoms.
Early recognition and removal of textilomas are crucial for patient recovery.