Stage II Chronic Maxillary Atelectasis Associated with Subclinical Visual Field Defect

Introduction  Chronic maxillary atelectasis (CMA) is characterized by a persistent decrease in the maxillary sinus volume due to inward bowing of its walls. According to its severity, it may be classified into three clinical-radiological stages. Objective  To report a case of stage II CMA associated with subclinical visual field defect. Case Report  A 34-year-old woman presented with a 15-year history of recurrent episodes of sinusitis and intermittent right facial discomfort for the past 5 years. She denied visual complaints, and no facial deformities were observed on physical exam...

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