The Journal of laryngology and otology
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Bacterial tracheitis is the term used to describe a severe infraglottic infection characterized by toxicity, brassy cough, inspiratory stridor, subglottic oedema and the presence of copious mucopurulent secretions in the trachea. It is an uncommon condition that requires prompt diagnosis and intensive medical therapy if significant morbidity and mortality are to be avoided. Since the condition was first described in 1979 approximately one hundred cases have been reported. ⋯ Post-endoscopy all were managed in the Intensive Care Unit. There were no fatalities or significant morbidity. The average duration of hospitalization was seven days.
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Review Case Reports
Langerhan's cell histiocytosis in the sphenoid sinus: a case of diabetes insipidus.
We present a case of diabetes insipidus in a young man caused by Langerhan's cell histiocytosis of the sphenoid sinus with involvement of the pituitary gland. Diagnosis and management of this rare condition is discussed, along with a brief view of the literature.