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Orbital subperiosteal abscess

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Extensive headache worsening day-by-day; Case of chronic sinusitis.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
  • Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

Extensive sinusitis with peripherally enhancing collection displacing the globe.

Case Discussion

Patient present with orbital cellulitis. Note the extensive sinusitis with peripherally enhancing collection displacing the globe.

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