Septic thrombosis of the cavernous sinus. Presentation of a clinical case
Milano, F.; Viale, P.; Tinelli, M.; Ghezzi, L.; Maccabruni, A.
Recenti Progressi in Medicina 80(9): 463-465
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0034-1193 PMID: 2595076 Document Number: 335460
This paper describes a case of cavernous sinus septic thrombosis with cerebellar complication. The CNS was involved after a primitive piodermitis of the face. The diagnostic tools employed in the management of the case and the therapeutic procedures in the acute phase and in the convalescence are discussed. The patient completely recovered after chemotherapeutic treatment.
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