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Isolated sphenoid sinus lesion: A diagnostic dilemma
Sarmad Alazzawi1, Tengku Shahrizal1, Narayanan Prepageran1
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Qatar Medical Journal
|October 17, 2014
Summary
Isolated sphenoid sinus lesions are rare and can cause headaches. This case highlights a fungal infection initially suspected, but later identified as Citrobacter species, emphasizing the need for thorough microbiological evaluation.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Infectious Diseases
- Radiology
Background:
- Isolated sphenoid sinus lesions are uncommon and present with nonspecific symptoms like headaches.
- Early diagnosis can be challenging due to the lack of typical sinonasal complaints.
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