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Unravelling the mystery of maxillary sinus malignancy initiated with periapical radiograph: A case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Maxillary sinus malignancies, rare but often mimic dental infections, can present as asymptomatic growth until perforation. Symptoms mimic inflammatory sinus lesions, with many patients seeking dental treatment first. Clinical presentation depends on which walls of sinus is the affected. Hence, we report the diagnostic journey of a patient, with odontogenic symptoms, ultimately diagnosed as malignancy of the maxillary sinus. The diagnosis initiated from an intraoral periapical radiograph (IOPAR) in this case emphasizes the significance of imaging in early detection of maxillary sinus malignancies, masquerading as dental infection.

Source: Bioinformation

DOI: 10.6026/9732063002001780

Authors: Azeeja Parayil Ajmal, Sunila Thomas, Snifa Velayudhapanicker Sundaresan, Jeena Raj

Institution: Kerala University of Health Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Dental Radiography and Imaging

Subfield: Oral Surgery

Field: Dentistry

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4407111650