| Literature DB >> 27146007 |
Fernando López1, Elena Santamarta2, Patricia Martínez3, Antonio Sáiz-Ayala2, José L Llorente3.
Abstract
Cavernous sinus thrombosis (CST) represents a rare but devastating disease process that may be associated with significant long-term patient morbidity or mortality. Rapid diagnosis and aggressive medical and surgical management are imperative for patients with CST. We present the case of a 24-year-old pregnant woman with intraorbital abscess and CST secondary to Streptococcus milleri. Surgical intervention included orbital abscess drainage and dental extraction, medical therapy included intravenous antibiotic, heparin, and methylprednisolone and an elective cesarean section was performed. The latter was the key point to resolution the disease.Entities:
Keywords: Cavernous sinus thrombosis; Cesarean section; Pregnancy; Streptococcus milleri
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Year: 2016 PMID: 27146007 DOI: 10.1016/j.anl.2016.04.006
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Auris Nasus Larynx ISSN: 0385-8146 Impact factor: 1.863