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15.03.2023 | Clinical Report
Sigmoid and Transverse Sinus Thrombosis in a Child with Chronic Otitis Media: a Case Report
verfasst von:
Nayana Sarma, Sauradeep Das, Anuradha Deka, Abhijeet Bhatia, Suvamoy Chakraborty
Erschienen in:
Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery
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Sonderheft 1/2023
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Abstract
Sigmoid sinus and transverse sinus thrombosis may occur as intracranial complications of chronic otitis media. Central venous sinus thrombosis typically presents with picket fence fever along with otalgia, otorrhea, and altered mental status. CT and MRI are investigations of choice for diagnosis. Once diagnosed, one should be started on empiric antibiotics. The use of anticoagulants has been debatable. From a surgical point of view, the current trend is to perform a mastoidectomy with the removal of inflammatory tissue from the sinus walls.