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    • Rhinoliths are rare calcifications in the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses.
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    Observation:

    • Three cases of nasal rhinoliths were analyzed.
    • Clinical symptoms, pathological findings, and etiologies were evaluated.

    Findings:

    • Surgical removal under endotracheal anesthesia was performed for all masses.
    • Histopathology revealed diverse foreign bodies: an ectopic tooth, a vegetable fragment, and a textile foreign body.

    Implications:

    • Undiscovered foreign bodies in the nasal cavity are a primary cause of rhinolith formation.
    • Understanding incidence and therapeutic options is crucial for diagnosis and management.