A rare case of sarcoidosis involving the middle turbinates: an incidental diagnosis
2006
A rare case of sarcoidosis involving the middle turbinates
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Erbek Seyra, Erbek Selim S, Tosun Emine, Cakmak Ozcan
Primary Institution: Baskent University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
Conclusion
Isolated nasal involvement of sarcoidosis is rare, but should be considered in differential diagnoses for sinonasal complaints.
Supporting Evidence
- Histopathologic examination revealed chronic inflammation and noncaseating granulomas.
- The patient remained free of symptoms for 12 months after surgery.
- Topical corticosteroid nasal spray was administered postoperatively.
Takeaway
A woman found out she had a rare condition called sarcoidosis in her nose, but after treatment, she felt better and had no more problems.
Methodology
The patient underwent septoplasty and bilateral concha bullosa resection, followed by histopathologic examination of the resected material.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
39-year-old woman
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