[Clinical analysis of 14 cases of acute sinusitis in children complicated with orbital cellulitis].

Objective

To investigate the clinical characteristics and treatment methods of acute sinusitis in children with orbital cellulitis. Method:Fourteen cases in our hospital of acute sinusitis in children which causes orbital cellulitis were collected. The history, physical examination, imaging examination, and surgical records were analyzed to understand the clinical characteristics and treatment of the disease. Result:Thirteen cases had poor efficacy after been treated with antibiotics. Excepted 1 case automatic left the hospital, the rest were cured by surgical treatment. The cure rate was 100%. An 8 years old child transfered in department of rhinology from department of ophthalmology with his eye blind. Inspite of surgury, the vision didn't improve.

Conclusion

Acute sinusitis in children with orbital cellulitis has a rapid onset and is rapidly spreading. Early diagnosis, active treatment can effectively prevent disorders of ocular movement, visual impairment and can improve the cure rate.