Pediatr Crit Care Me
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Pediatr Crit Care Me · Jan 2004
Review Case ReportsCavernous sinus thrombosis complicating sinusitis.
Septic cavernous sinus thrombosis is a rare complication of paranasal sinusitis. ⋯ The diagnosis of septic cavernous sinus thrombosis requires a high index of suspicion and confirmation by imaging; early diagnosis and surgical drainage of the underlying primary source of infection in conjunction with long-term intravenous antibiotic therapy are critical for an optimal clinical outcome.