J Neurol Surg B Skull Base 2025; 86(S 01): S1-S576
DOI: 10.1055/s-0045-1803477
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Sphenoid Sinusitis with Intracranial Extension Managed via Endoscopic Endonasal Transsphenoidal and Transpterygoid Approach in an 11-Year-Old

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  • Nicholas G Candy

    1   Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide, Australia

  • Alex S. Zhang

    2   Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom

  • Alkis J. Psaltis

    2   Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom

  • Alistair K. Jukes

    1   Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide, Australia

  • Peter-John Wormald

    2   Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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    We present the case of a 11-year-old female with sphenoid sinusitis and extradural empyema of the left middle cranial fossa. The patient presented complaining of progressive headaches and fever for 3 days. On examination, they had reduced sensation over left V1 and V2. The patient underwent an endoscopic transsphenoidal and transpterygoid approach to drain the collections, which was completed without complication. The patient made a complete recovery.

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    Article published online:
    07 February 2025

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