Bilateral cavernous sinus thrombosis and facial palsy as complications of dental abscess
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Bilateral cavernous sinus thrombosis and facial palsy as complications of dental abscess
Septic cavernous sinus thrombosis (CST) related to dental infection is a rare clinical event. The septic CST is a disease of high morbidity and mortality. The prompt diagnosis and timely treatment of septic CST is cornerstone of successful outcome. The dental infection should be given due attention, as to prevent CST. In this case report of immunocompetent female, we highlighted the role of den...
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عنوان ژورنال: National Journal of Maxillofacial Surgery
سال: 2013
ISSN: 0975-5950
DOI: 10.4103/0975-5950.127664