Silent Sinus Syndrome-Silent Sinus Syndrome

Silent Sinus Syndrome

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Silent Sinus Syndrome is a condition where there is inward retraction of the maxillary sinus walls, resulting in enophthalmos or a "sunken eye." The cause of this condition is not fully understood, but evidence suggests that it is due to obstruction of the maxillary ostium, an opening that connects the sinus and the nose. This obstruction prevents mucus from draining, causing inflammation and collapse of the sinus walls. The condition is often misdiagnosed and can be mistaken for other conditions such as Parry-Romberg syndrome or linear scleroderma. Diagnosis involves careful examination of the patient and reviewing radiographic pictures of the sinuses. Treatment involves creating an opening to allow mucus to drain from the sinus and potentially repairing the orbital floor for cosmetic purposes. The condition can be identified through endoscopic images of the sinus, which show changes to the sinus anatomy. Radiographic pictures, such as CT or MRI scans, can provide more details and help determine the best course of treatment. Overall, it's important to consider silent sinus syndrome as a possibility when patients present symptoms such as facial asymmetry and a drooping eye.

Keywords

Silent Sinus Syndrome

maxillary sinus walls

enophthalmos

sunken eye

maxillary ostium

mucus drainage obstruction

inflammation

sinus collapse

diagnosis

treatment