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Vulvar Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberance in Iran and a narrative review of literature: A first case report.

Authors :
Mohammadi, Mohsen
Esfandiar, Haniyeh
Saeidizand, Nazanin
Shaabani, Ali
Esmaeilzadeh, Firooze
Source :
Caspian Journal of Internal Medicine; Summer2024, Vol. 15 Issue 3, p553-556, 4p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Background: Pott's Puffy tumor (PPT) is a complicated frontal sinusitis that is also described as frontal bone osteomyelitis and a localized sub periosteal abscess. Early diagnosis and immediate active treatment are necessary to prevent severe neurologic sequelae. Case Presentation: Here, we report on a case of Pott's puffy tumor in a previously healthy 13-year-old girl with a worsening headache and swelling of the frontal bone accompanied by vomiting and fever. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed osteomyelitis of the frontal bone. A foreign body was discovered and removed via endoscopy which was then followed by 6 weeks of parenteral and enteral antibiotic therapy, resulting in resolution of all symptoms. Conclusion: A complete history in terms of trauma and insect bite or foreign body in the nose is paramount for a correct diagnosis, and performing a full examination of ear, nose and throat (ENT) to rule out a foreign body is advised. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20086164
Volume :
15
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Caspian Journal of Internal Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
177662012
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.22088/cjim.15.3.553