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Mandibular odontogenic infection with serious complications
Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
|May 1, 1979
Summary
Orbital cellulitis, typically from sinus infections, can rarely stem from mandibular infections. This case highlights a rare pathway leading to unilateral blindness.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Orbital cellulitis commonly originates from adjacent sinonasal infections.
- Dental infections are an infrequent cause, typically involving maxillary teeth.
Observation:
- A rare case of orbital cellulitis developed from a mandibular infection.
- The infection spread via deep facial planes and sinonasal pathways.
Findings:
- The presented case resulted in unilateral blindness due to the extensive spread.
- This underscores the potential for severe complications from odontogenic infections.
Implications:
- Management principles for orbital cellulitis require consideration of diverse origins.
- Understanding deep facial and sinonasal pathways is crucial for preventing vision loss.