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Dental disease, acute sinusitis and the orthopantomogram
R J Lee1, T P O'Dwyer, D Sleeman
1Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital, Dublin, Ireland.
The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|March 1, 1988
Summary
This study found a 10% incidence of undiagnosed apical disease in acute unilateral sinusitis. Orthopantomograms (OPGs) are not recommended for routine acute sinusitis investigations.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Acute unilateral sinusitis can present with undiagnosed apical disease.
- The diagnostic utility of imaging in sinusitis requires evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence of undiagnosed apical disease in acute unilateral sinusitis.
- To assess the role of Orthopantomograms (OPGs) in diagnosing this condition.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of patients with acute unilateral sinusitis.
- Evaluation of radiographic findings, specifically Orthopantomograms (OPGs).
Main Results:
- An incidence of 10% for undiagnosed apical disease was observed.
- Results align with previous findings by Formby (1960).
Conclusions:
- Orthopantomograms (OPGs) are not justified for the routine investigation of acute sinusitis.
- Further research may explore alternative imaging modalities for specific cases.