Key points Definition: Medial blowout fractures (MBOFs) result from direct trauma to the orbit transmitting most of the force to the globe. This causes the orbital contents to “blow out” through the path of least resistance, usually the paper-thin lamina…
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Summary Thoughts: Masticator Space The 3 most frequently encountered abnormalities in the masticator space (MS) are infection, infection, and infection. Odontogenic infection should always cross the clinician's mind 1st when evaluating abnormalities in this space. When evaluating tumors of the…
KEY FACTS Terminology Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) of pharyngeal mucosal space (PMS) 3 subsites of Waldeyer lymphatic ring: Nasopharyngeal adenoids, palatine & lingual tonsils You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Synonym: Tonsillitis/tonsillopharyngitis Definition: Acute, nonsuppurative tonsillar inflammation You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in here
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KEY FACTS Terminology Definition: Benign developmental midline cyst in pharyngeal mucosal space (PMS) covered by mucosa anteriorly & bounded by longus muscles posteriorly You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become…
Summary Thoughts: Pharyngeal Mucosal Space Clinically, the upper aerodigestive track is often divided into the naso-, oro-, and hypopharyngeal subsites. Each of these subsites is unified, however, with mucosa that is subject to shared pathology. The pharyngeal mucosal space (PMS)…