Invasive aspergillosis of the paranasal sinuses: a medical emergency.
A rare case of invasive aspergillosis of the paranasal sinuses in a previously healthy individual is presented. The disease caused severe complications and proved fatal. Classification, aetiology and presentation of sinus aspergillosis are discussed. Early diagnosis and management is stressed to avoid the high incidence of morbidity and mortality.
Saleh
H A
HA
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, UK.
Bridger
M W
MW
D000368:Aged; D001228:Aspergillosis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D004630:Emergencies; D017809:Fatal Outcome; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010254:Paranasal Sinus Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000382:microbiology*; D011859:Radiography; D014786:Vision Disorders / Q000382:microbiology