Article: Langerhan’s cell Histiocytosis of Sphenoid Sinus causing Vision Loss: A Case Report
Abstract
Langerhan's cell histiocytosis is an uncontrolled proliferation of dendritic cells. The involvement of skull base is rare. Variable clinical presentation and multi organ involvement often warrant a multidisciplinary approach for a successful diagnosis. We are reporting a case of 16-year-old male with sphenoid sinus Langerhan’s cell histiocytosis which presented as a sudden and painless loss of vision. It is a rare entity in the diagnosis of blindness. Delayed diagnosis and treatment can result in serious complications. The radiological features and management options are discussed with a review of the pertinent literature.
Keywords: : blindness; histiocytosis; langerhans-cell; sphenoid sinus.
Suresh Mani
Department of ENT, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
Regi Thomas
Department of ENT, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
John Mathew
Department of ENT, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
Rajiv Michael
Department of ENT, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
Keywords
blindness, histiocytosis, langerhans-cell, sphenoid sinus
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https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.3959
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