Septic thrombosis of the cavernous sinus and dental infection

Abstract We report a case of septic thrombosis of the cavernous sinus and dental infection, and highlight the clinical features to enable prompt diagnosis and management.

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Published in:	British journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery Vol. 49; no. 6; pp. e25 - e26
Main Authors:	Colbert, Serryth, Cameron, Malcolm, Williams, John
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Scotland Elsevier Ltd 01-09-2011
Subjects:	Cavernous sinus thrombosis Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis - etiology Dental Caries - complications Dental infection Dentistry Focal Infection, Dental - complications Humans Magnetic Resonance Imaging Male Meningitis, Aseptic - cerebrospinal fluid Middle Aged Periapical Periodontitis - complications Periodontal Diseases - complications Radiography, Panoramic Septic Surgery Dental infection Cavernous sinus thrombosis Septic
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Summary:	Abstract We report a case of septic thrombosis of the cavernous sinus and dental infection, and highlight the clinical features to enable prompt diagnosis and management.
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ISSN:	0266-4356 1532-1940
DOI:	10.1016/j.bjoms.2010.07.004