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Harsha Bhattacharjee1, Ronel Soibam1, Nilutparna Deori1
1Neuroophthalmology Department, Sri Sankaradeva Nethralaya, Guwahati, Assam, India.
Eye and Brain
|May 26, 2017
Summary
Sphenoethmoidal sinus mucoceles can cause progressive vision loss. Early diagnosis via imaging and multidisciplinary collaboration is crucial to prevent irreversible blindness.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Radiology
Background:
- Sphenoethmoidal sinus mucoceles are rare causes of uniocular progressive vision loss.
- Diagnosis is often delayed until advanced stages with ophthalmic symptoms.
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