Title of article :
Gradenigo’s Syndrome — surgical management in a child
Author/Authors :
Humayun, Hassan Nabeel Aga Khan University Hospital - Department of Surgery, Pakistan , Akhtar, Shabbir Aga Khan University Hospital - Department of Surgery, Pakistan , Ahmed, Shakeel Aga Khan University Hospital - Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Pakistan
Abstract :
Otits media is a common problem. Some of its complications that were seen frequently in the preantibiotic era are rare today. We report a case of an 8 year boy who presented with earache, retro-orbital pain and diplopia secondary to a sixth nerve palsy - Gradenigo s syndrome. In this syndrome infection from the middle ear spreads medially to the petrous apex of the temporal bone. Work-up includes CT scan of the temporal bones. Timely management with intravenous antibiotics (± surgery) is needed to prevent intra-cranial complications.
Keywords :
Gradenigo’s syndrome , Earache , Retro , orbital pain
Journal title :
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Journal title :
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA