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  • Odontogenic sinusitis (ODS) is often overlooked, complicating diagnosis and treatment.
  • A multidisciplinary approach is essential for accurate ODS diagnosis.
  • Otolaryngologists play a crucial role in identifying potential dental origins of sinusitis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline a diagnostic framework for odontogenic sinusitis (ODS).
  • To emphasize the otolaryngologist's role in suspecting and referring ODS cases.
  • To highlight key diagnostic tools for confirming ODS.

Main Methods:

  • Review of diagnostic criteria for ODS.
  • Emphasis on collaborative evaluation by otolaryngologists and dental specialists.
  • Utilization of nasal endoscopy and computed tomography (CT) imaging.

Main Results:

  • Nasal endoscopy is critical for confirming purulent sinusitis characteristic of ODS.
  • CT imaging aids in the comprehensive workup of suspected ODS.
  • Successful ODS diagnosis relies on identifying ipsilateral maxillary dental pathology.

Conclusions:

  • Otolaryngologists must suspect ODS when diagnosing sinusitis.
  • Referral to dental specialists is vital for confirming or refuting dental pathology in ODS.
  • Integrated diagnostic strategies improve patient outcomes for ODS.