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A case presentation of a large rhinolith
Fahim Ahmed Shah1, Sunil George, Nair Reghunanden
1Department of ENT, Sur Hospital, South Sharqiya, Sur, Sultanate of Oman.
Abstract:
Rhinolith is like a stone formation within the nasal cavity. Although stones rarely form in the nasal cavity, the findings of calcified objects or stones anywhere within the body has long been a subject of interest. Though infrequently observed, nasal concretions can be the source of bad smell from the nose and therefore a social concern for the patient. The salient features of such Rhinoliths and their relevance to clinical practice are discussed and a case of a large Rhinolith is presented in this article. So as to enable the attending clinician to be aware of this forgotten entity, which requires a high index of suspicion.
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