Introduction:Carcinomas of the paranasal sinuses are
uncommon,accounting for approximately 0.8% of all cancers and 3–5% of
malignant tumors in the head and neck region.Among these,the maxillary
sinus is the most frequent site for primary malignant tumors.
Case:A 48 year-old male,presents with nasal
congestion,headache,throbbing pain and tightness in the left
cheek,swelling of the left gingivae.
Examination:Swelling with tenderness observed in the left
cheek,zygomatic,and mandibular regions.Rhinoscopy revealed deviation of
the nasal septum towards the right and a mass in the left nasal
passage.The left gingivae appeared red and swollen.
Diagnosis
CT:Mass measuring approximately 6.8¡¿4.9¡¿5.4 cm with an irregular
structure and a soft tissue density of+35 to +40 HU is
observed,occupying the entire left maxillary sinus.
Core needle biopsy:Positive for malignancy,The possibility of squamous
cell carcinoma is considered
Biopsy:Squamous cell carcinoma,non-keratinizing.Moderately
differentiated.
Conclusion
The free ALT flap with or without fascia lata to repair the orbital
floor is safe, reliable, and acceptable for reconstructing total
maxillectomy defects. |