A Penetrating Foreign Body with Sphenoid Sinus extension- A Case Report. 2023

Vidhya Chemmanchery, and Shilpa Saji Palal, and Anil Kumar Ramabhadraiah
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bengaluru, Karnataka India.

Introduction: Foreign bodies in the paranasal sinuses are rare and can result from high velocity trauma. Here, we report a case of a 12 year old child, who sustained a penetrating injury to the left eye with a tree branch while playing. On CT scan, the wooden foreign body was found to extend into sphenoid sinus. Patient was posted for removal of foreign body in emergency OT under antibiotic coverage. The foreign body was mobilised from surrounding structures and was removed by giving strong traction. Primary closure of the wound was done and patient recovered with a stable post-op course. Discussion: Prompt and complete removal of wooden foreign body in the paranasal sinus is important due to their close proximity to vital structures. Their location and nature can be difficult to diagnose as they can have diverse appearances on imaging. Conclusion: Foreign bodies in close proximity to the sphenoid sinus should be removed by a multi-specialist team with good knowledge of head and neck anatomy in a tertiary care centre to avoid complications.

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