A Clinico-pathological Study and Management of Fungal Rhinosinusitis
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https://doi.org/10.37506/94mgej80Keywords:
Chronic Sinusitis; Chronic Rhinitis; Endoscopic Sinus Surgery; Aspergillus; Computed Tomography.Abstract
Background: Fungi are ubiquitous in the environment; hence we are constantly exposed to them. Objectives were to know the clinical presentation, radiological and pathological characteristics and management aspects of fungal rhinosinusitis.
Methods: 30 cases of fungal rhinosinusitis reported during study period were evaluated and data was collected through history taking, clinical examination, haematological, histopathological and radiological investigations. Management by surgical & medical modalities were evaluated.
Results: Fungal rhinosinusitis is more common in 3rd decade of life with male preponderance and more in low socio-economic status (73.3%). Nasal discharge (100%), nasal obstruction (96.7%), chronic headache (90%) and visual disturbances (23.3%) were important clinical features. Sinu-nasal polyp (66.7%) and allergic mucin (40%) were important associated factors. Orbital extension was seen in 33.3%, intracranial extension (20%) and extension to hard palate (6.7%). Computed Tomography scan had a sensitivity of 56.7% while histopathology and potassium hydroxide mount had a sensitivity of 93.33% in detecting cases. Observed mortality rate was 16.6%.
Conclusion: Fungal rhinosinusitis is an important clinical entity which must be considered in all patients
presenting with unresolving rhinosinusitis
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