A Case of Wegener’s Granulomatosis Mimicking Malignant External Otitis
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ENT manifestations of Wegeners granulomatosis.
Wegeners granulomatosis is a necrotizing granulomatous vasculitis with multisystemic involvement. We present two cases of Wegener's presenting with otological manifestations as the first symptom. These symptoms are subtle and diagnosis may be easily overlooked. Hence a high index of suspicion is required. Early diagnosis and treatment goes a long way in improving the outcomes and in preventing ...
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Clinical Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
سال: 2016
ISSN: 1225-0244,2713-833X
DOI: 10.35420/jcohns.2016.27.2.295