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Chronic granulomatous invasive fungal sinusitis: an evolving approach to management
Ashleigh Halderman1, Rabin Shrestha, Raj Sindwani
1Section of Rhinology, Sinus and Skull Base Surgery, Head & Neck Institute, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH.
Background:
Chronic granulomatous invasive fungal sinusitis (CGIFS) is rare and a consensus on ideal management is lacking. We present an extensive case managed successfully with a conservative approach.
Methods:
Case report and literature review.
Results:
The patient presented with unilateral proptosis, papilledema, and headache. Imaging revealed an infiltrative process with extensive intracranial and intraorbital involvement. Biopsy showed fungal elements and granulomatous reaction consistent with CGIFS. The patient was managed with conservative surgery and long-term oral voriconazole.
Conclusion:
This case supports a conservative surgical approach in some patients with extensive CGIFS. Oral voriconazole is effective and has significant advantages over more toxic agents administered intravenously.
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