Orbital complications of sinusitis: avoid delays in diagnosis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Orbital cellulitis and abscess formation are uncommon complications of sinusitis. Early diagnosis and treatment are important to prevent blindness and intracranial complications. We present four consecutive cases referred over 2 years which demonstrate how diagnostic delays may occur and suggest a protocol to avoid similar delays.
Medical subject headings
- Abscess
- Cellulitis
- Orbital Diseases
- Sinusitis