Prevelance of Haller's Cells: A Panoramic Radiographic Study

Area of Science:

• Radiology
• Anatomy
• Otolaryngology

Background:

• Infraorbital ethmoid cells, or Haller's cells, are anatomical variations.
• These cells can be visualized on panoramic radiographs.

Purpose of the Study:

• Determine the prevalence and characteristics of Haller's cells.
• Investigate Haller's cells on panoramic radiographs.

Main Methods:

• Analyzed 1000 panoramic radiographs from healthy adults (age 18-80).
• Interpreted radiographs for the presence of Haller's cells.
• Utilized descriptive statistics and chi-square test for data analysis.

Main Results:

• Haller's cells were identified in 19.2% of patients.
• Most cases were unilateral (176 cells) versus bilateral (15 cells).
• Predominant cell morphology: oval, unilocular, and single.

Conclusions:

• Haller's cells aid in diagnosing orofacial pain.
• Identification of Haller's cells can prevent surgical complications in endonasal procedures.