Silent Sinus Syndrome: A Case Presentation and Comprehensive Review of All 84 Reported Cases

2005 ◽  
Vol 114 (9) ◽  
pp. 688-694 ◽  
Author(s):  
William A. Numa ◽  
Urmen Desai ◽  
Daniel R. Gold ◽  
Katrinka L. Heher ◽  
Donald J. Annino
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Treatment ◽  
Maxillary Sinus ◽  
Maxillary Sinusitis ◽  
Radiologic Diagnosis ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Comprehensive Review ◽  
Silent Sinus Syndrome ◽  
Sequence Of Events ◽  
Ostiomeatal Complex ◽  
Chronic Maxillary Sinusitis

Objectives: The term silent sinus syndrome has been used to describe the constellation of progressive enophthalmos and hypoglobus due to gradual collapse of the orbital floor with opacification of the maxillary sinus, in the presence of subclinical chronic maxillary sinusitis. Currently, it is believed to occur as a result of the sequence of events following maxillary sinus hypoventilation due to the obstruction of the ostiomeatal complex. Methods: In this study, we present a case of true silent sinus syndrome. In addition, we highlight the previously published cases of silent sinus syndrome, as well as provide a review of the etiology, pathophysiology, radiologic diagnosis, surgical treatment, and pitfalls to avoid in the management of patients with silent sinus syndrome. Results: Eighty-three previously published cases of silent sinus syndrome were reported in the literature and are summarized in this review. Conclusions: A well-defined set of criteria is needed to classify a patient under the diagnosis of silent sinus syndrome, which include enophthalmos and/or hypoglobus in the absence of clinically evident sinonasal inflammatory disease.

Maxillary Sinus Atelectasis with Enophthalmos

1998 ◽  
Vol 107 (1) ◽  
pp. 34-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
James H. Boyd ◽  
Karen Yaffee ◽  
John Holds
Keyword(s):  
Bone Resorption ◽  
Maxillary Sinus ◽  
Maxillary Sinusitis ◽  
Endoscopic Technique ◽  
Orbital Floor ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Comprehensive Review ◽  
Middle Meatal Antrostomy ◽  
Chronic Maxillary Sinusitis ◽  
Sinus Ostium

Chronic maxillary sinusitis may present as atelectasis of the sinus with changes to surrounding structures. Several mechanisms have been proposed for this problem. Chronic obstruction of the sinus ostium, with resultant retention of secretions and osteitic bone resorption, may account for these changes. Enophthalmos is one manifestation that may require corrective treatment. Titanium micromesh reconstruction of the orbital floor, with or without onlay concha cartilage, has reliably resolved the enophthalmos. Reconstruction of the orbital floor and ventilation of the obstructed sinus ostium may be carried out relatively safely in a single operation. The standard endoscopic technique of uncinate removal and middle meatal antrostomy should be modified to prevent orbital penetration. This report reviews our series of 6 patients with this problem, as well as a comprehensive review of the literature. Recommendations for management of both the obstruction and the secondary orbital manifestations are presented.

scholarly journals Microbiology, Histopathology, and Radiographic Findings in Silent Sinus Syndrome

2021 ◽  
pp. 194589242198916
Author(s):  
Henry D. Zheng ◽  
Jeffrey C. Mecham ◽  
Yassmeen Abdel-Aty ◽  
Devyani Lal ◽  
Michael J. Marino
Keyword(s):  
Maxillary Sinusitis ◽  
Dental Disease ◽  
Radiographic Findings ◽  
Silent Sinus Syndrome ◽  
Microbiological Characteristics ◽  
Phone Survey ◽  
Computed Tomography Scans ◽  
History Of ◽  
Mechanical Factors ◽  
Chronic Maxillary Sinusitis

Background The histopathology and microbiology associated with silent sinus syndrome (SSS) have not been well described. Objective This study details the histopathological and microbiological characteristics in addition to radiographic findings of SSS in comparison to those of chronic maxillary sinusitis (CRS). Methods 42 patients diagnosed with SSS at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Arizona were identified. Paranasal computed tomography scans of the 42 SSS patients as well as 42 matched CRS patients were analyzed in order to assess differences in the prevalence of septal spurs/deviation. 20 of the SSS patients and 19 of the matched CRS patients also had histopathology and microbiology reports, which were compiled and summarized. Additionally, 19 SSS and 19 matched CRS patients were contacted via phone survey for a more complete patient history regarding maxillary dental disease/surgery. Results SSS patients have a significantly higher prevalence of septal spurs/deviation than CRS patients. The microbiomes of SSS patients more closely resemble those of healthy controls than those of CRS patients. Analysis of the histopathology of SSS reveals chronic, non-specific inflammation similar to that seen in non-eosinophilic CRS without polyps. SSS patients were significantly more likely to have a history of maxillary dental disease requiring surgery. Conclusion These data support the hypothesis that the pathogenesis of SSS is more likely due to anatomical/mechanical factors than inflammatory/microbiological factors.

scholarly journals Case Report: retained gutta-percha as a cause for persistent maxillary sinusitis and pain

F1000Research ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 81 ◽  
Author(s):  
Benjamin L. Hodnett ◽  
Berrylin Ferguson
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Oral Cavity ◽  
Maxillary Sinus ◽  
Chronic Sinusitis ◽  
Maxillary Sinusitis ◽  
Gutta Percha ◽  
Sources Of Infection ◽  
Chronic Maxillary Sinusitis

Dental sources of infection can produce acute and chronic maxillary sinusitis. In some cases, the source of the infection may be related to the presence of endodontic materials in the oral cavity. In this article, we report a case of retained gutta-percha in the maxillary sinus resulting in chronic sinusitis.

scholarly journals The Use of Computed Tomography for the Study of Chronic Maxillary Sinusitis: Based on Crania from the Pucará De Tilcara Fortress, Argentina

2020 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 143-153
Author(s):  
A. V. Zubova ◽  
N. I. Ananyeva ◽  
V. G. Moiseyev ◽  
I. K. Stulov ◽  
L. M. Dmitrenko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Maxillary Sinusitis ◽  
Secondary Infection ◽  
Ostiomeatal Complex ◽  
Odontogenic Origin ◽  
X Ray Computed ◽  
Chronic Maxillary Sinusitis ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
Skeletal Samples ◽  
Maxillary Sinuses

We discuss the methodological advantages of using X-ray computed tomography (CT) for diagnosing chronic maxillary sinusitis (CMS) of various etiologies on skeletal samples. A CT examination of 20 crania from the Pucará de Tilcara fortress, Argentina (late 8th to 16th centuries AD), was carried out. Criteria for identifying CMS included osteitic lesions in the form of focal destruction, and thickened and sclerotized walls of maxillary sinuses. To determine the etiology of the disease, a tomographic and macroscopic examination of the dentition and bones of the ostiomeatal complex were performed, the presence or absence of facial injuries was assessed, and the co-occurrence of various pathologies was statistically evaluated. Five cases of CMS were identified. Four of these may be of odontogenic origin; in two cases, a secondary infection of the maxillary sinuses is possible. In one instance, the etiology was not determined. No indications of traumatic infection were found. Statistical analysis revealed a relationship of CMS with apical periodontitis and the ante-mortem loss of upper molars and premolars. An indirect symptom of CMS may be the remodeled bone tissue and porosity of the posterior surface of the maxilla.

An Assessment of Concentrations of Soluble CD4 and CD8 Receptors in Serum before and after Surgical Treatment in Patients with Chronic Maxillary Sinusitis

2003 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 123-126
Author(s):  
Jurek Olszewski ◽  
Wiesław Chudzik ◽  
Kazimierz Wiśniewski ◽  
Jarosław Miłonski ◽  
Robert Matyja
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Treatment ◽  
Maxillary Sinusitis ◽  
Receptor Expression ◽  
Assay Method ◽  
Control Groups ◽  
Group I ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Chronic Maxillary Sinusitis ◽  
Soluble Cd4 ◽  
Maxillary Sinuses

Background The aim of this study was to assess the concentrations of soluble CD4 (sCD4) and sCD8 receptors in serum of patients before and after surgical treatment of chronic maxillary sinusitis. Methods We examined 57 patients, aged 20–63 years (mean age, 41 ± 0.5 years), and divided them into four groups: group I, 14 patients with chronic maxillary sinusitis without allergy; group II, 15 patients with chronic maxillary sinusitis with allergy; group III, 16 patients with cyst of maxillary sinuses without allergy (control); and group IV, 12 patients with cyst of maxillary sinuses with allergy (control). The assay of sCD4 and sCD8 receptor concentrations was performed by means of enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay method. The concentrations of sCD4 and sCD8 receptors before and after 30 days of surgical treatment of maxillary sinuses were examined. Results In our studies the increase of concentration of sCD4 in groups I and II in comparison with the concentration in control groups were statistically significant. The differences between mean concentrations of sCD8 in groups I and II and in the control groups were not statistically significant. After surgical treatment of chronic maxillary sinusitis, a significant decrease in values of sCD4 and sCD8 in comparison with the results before surgical treatment suggest that the measurement of cell suppression product concentration can be used to assess the extirpation of the inflammatory process and the effectiveness of the operation method. Conclusion Changes in concentration of sCD4 and sCD8 manifest activation or suppression of cells with particular receptor expression.

Ultrastructural ciliary changes of maxillary sinus mucosa following functional endoscopic sinus surgery: an image analysis quantitative study

2003 ◽  
Vol 117 (4) ◽  
pp. 273-279 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed Bassiouny ◽  
Ahmed M. Atef ◽  
Mahmoud Abdel Raouf ◽  
Safaa Mohamed Nasr ◽  
Magdy Nasr ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Image Analysis ◽  
Maxillary Sinus ◽  
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Maxillary Sinusitis ◽  
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Sinus Surgery ◽  
Chronic Maxillary Sinusitis ◽  
Sinus Mucosa

This was a study of the effect of functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) on the ciliary regeneration of maxillary sinus mucosa in patients with chronic maxillary sinusitis, using objective quantitative methods. Twenty specimens from the mucosa of both the superolateral wall and the ostium of the maxillary sinus were sampled during FESS and then six to 12 months later. They were light examined first by light microscopy and then by scanning electron microscopy in combination with image analysis software in order to study the cilia under higher magnification and to calculate proportion of the field that was ciliated. Samples were taken and studied at Cairo University hospital. This study showed that the maxillary sinus mucosa in chronic sinusitis is capable of regeneration and could return towards normal with the improvement of ventilation and drainage of the maxillary sinus following FESS. There were no significant changes in the degree of glandular hyperplasia, goblet cells or pathological glands after surgery.

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