%0 Case Reports
%T Bilateral sphenoid sinus mucocele observed in Yaoundé-Cameroon: a case report.
%A Bola AS
%A Andjock YCN
%A Choffor EN
%A Nanci E
%A Esene IN
%A Djomou F
%J Pan Afr Med J
%V 39
%N 0
%D 2021
%M 34603579
暂无%R 10.11604/pamj.2021.39.198.22886
%X A mucocele is a cystic and expansive lesion of the sinus cavities. It is uncommon in the sphenoid sinus and its management is quite challenging especially in low to middle income countries like Cameroon. A 43-years-old female was referred to us by a neurologist for chronic headache and visual disturbances. The pain was unresponsive to analgesics. Physical examination was non-remarkable and a head CT scan realized showed a cyst-like lesion in the sphenoid sinus cavity. Surgical endoscopic treatment was proposed and realized with basic endoscopic instruments, consisting of opening the cavity with drainage of the mucocele. A large opening was made on the anterior wall of the sphenoid sinus, in order to ensure continuous drainage and prevent a recurrence. Sphenoid sinus mucocele is a rare condition, and its diagnosis can be difficult. Confirmation requires specific imaging and treatment is presently well established, but it can be managed with basic tools.