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Maxillary sinus haematoma

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  16 April 2007

M Lim ,
S Lew-Gor ,
T Beale ,
A Ramsay  and
V J Lund
M Lim*
Affiliation:
Professorial Unit, Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital, London, UK
S Lew-Gor
Affiliation:
Professorial Unit, Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital, London, UK
T Beale
Affiliation:
Department of Radiology, Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital, London, UK
A Ramsay
Affiliation:
Department of Pathology, University College London, London, UK
V J Lund
Affiliation:
Professorial Unit, Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital, London, UK
*
Address for correspondence: VJ Lund, Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital, 330–336 Grays Inn Rd, London WC1X 8EE, UK. E-mail: v.lund@ucl.ac.uk
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Abstract

The maxillary sinus haematoma is an uncommon cause of a maxillary sinus mass. It presents with a variety of symptoms, the most common being epistaxis. Although histologically benign, it may be clinically progressive. Radiological findings can range from a benign appearance to a more aggressive process, including bony erosion. Surgical evacuation is the mainstay of therapy. We describe our experience in managing this condition and review available literature on the subject.

Keywords

Maxillary SinusHaematomaEndoscopy
Type
Clinical Records
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 122 , Issue 2 , February 2008 , pp. 210 - 212
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 2007

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