Acute invasive fungal sinusitis

Case contributed by Jenny Hoang
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Immunocompromised and complaining of headache.

Patient Data

Age: 15 years
Gender: Male

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

Absent mucosal enhancement in the left ethmoid and sphenoid sinus is highly concerning for invasive fungal sinusitis. 

Case Discussion

Absent enhancement indicates mucosal necrosis from acute invasive fungal sinusitis (AIFS) and was confirmed at surgery.

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