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Intranasal adhesions which recur despite splinting: an ominous sign?

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

M. G. Watson  and
H. F. Marshall
M. G. Watson*
Affiliation:
(Newcastle upon Tyne)
H. F. Marshall
Affiliation:
(Newcastle upon Tyne)
*
M. G. Watson, E.N.T. Dept. Sunderland Royal Infirmary, New Durham Road, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear SR2 7JE.
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Abstract

Intranasal adhesions are a common complication following nasal surgery. They may be prevented by the use of silastic splints, which are also a very effective treatment for established lesions. We report a patient where intranasal adhesions rapidly recurred despite the use of splints, who was found to be suffering from Wegener's granulomatosis.

Type
Clinical Records
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 104 , Issue 5 , May 1990 , pp. 426 - 427
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1990

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