Actinomycotic granuloma masquerading as an infraorbital nerve neoplasm.
Publication/Presentation Date
1-1-1990
Abstract
Actinomycotic infections of the head and neck region are rare and frequently present a confusing clinical picture. We document a case of actinomycosis that simulated a neoplasm of the infraorbital nerve, both clinically and surgically. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report of actinomycosis involving this nerve. Correct diagnosis of actinomycotic infection in the head and neck relies most heavily on clinical suspicion. It is, therefore, imperative for the head and neck surgeon to be familiar with the etiology of this infection and its various modes of presentation as well as its appropriate management.
Volume
12
Issue
3
First Page
261
Last Page
263
ISSN
1043-3074
Published In/Presented At
Har-El, G., Prager, D. A., De Soto La Paix, F., & Nash, M. (1990). Actinomycotic granuloma masquerading as an infraorbital nerve neoplasm. Head & neck, 12(3), 261–263. https://doi.org/10.1002/hed.2880120313
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
2358340
Department(s)
Department of Surgery, Division of Otolaryngology
Document Type
Article