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India | Pediatrics and Child Health | Volume 12 Issue 1, January 2023 | Pages: 504 - 506
A Case of Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis Presenting with Lateral Rectus Palsy
Abstract: Cavernous sinus is a hollow space underneath the brain behind the eye sockets. Cavernous sinus thrombosis is a rare but life - threatening condition which can occur as a complication of sinusitis, orbital cellulitis, otitis or trauma. It can present as headache, fever, periorbital swelling and ophthalmoplegia requiring prompt treatment. Here is a case of a 15 year female adolescent presenting with fever, headache and diplopia. MRI brain was suggestive of right CVST, was treated with antibiotics, antifungal and anticoagulants. The patient responded to treatment in 3 days with resolution of all symptoms.
Keywords: Cavernous sinus thrombosis, Lateral rectus palsy, headache, ophthalmoplegia
How to Cite?: Juhi Sheekha, Ruksana M, Ajmal Rafi, "A Case of Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis Presenting with Lateral Rectus Palsy", Volume 12 Issue 1, January 2023, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 504-506, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR23113153231, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR23113153231