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Skull Base Rep 2011; 1(1): 017-022
DOI: 10.1055/s-0031-1275246
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Frontal Sinus Schwannoma: Case Report and Review of Literature

Erwin Zeta Mangubat1 , Lisa Pitelka1 , Guy J. Petruzzelli1 , Richard W. Byrne1
  • 1Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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Publication Date:
15 March 2011 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Although schwannomas are frequently found in the head and neck region, sinonasal tract involvement is extremely rare, especially those of the frontal sinus. We report a patient with an incidentally found right frontal sinus lesion. The patient underwent resection of the tumor via a right craniotomy. The histological diagnosis was consistent with a schwannoma. There has been no radiographic recurrence on 2-year follow-up.

KEYWORDS

Schwannoma - frontal sinus - paranasal sinuses - neurilemma

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