Septic Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis (CST) is a rare infective illness that affects the cavernous sinus in the brain and is associated with a high rate of morbidity and mortality, especially when early and proper treatment is delayed. Although there is minimal data on CST worldwide, the low frequency in underdeveloped nations may be linked to variables such as poor health-seeking behaviour, insufficient healthcare facilities, a lack of radio-imaging diagnostic tools, and a lack of suspicion for CST among clinicians. A 10-year-old destitute nomadic (Fulani) girl was diagnosed with septic cavernous sinus thrombosis and bilateral ocular cellulitis, which was verified by a brain enhanced computed tomography (CT) scan. The case would have gone unnoticed if it hadn't been for the involvement of a "Good Samaritan" who helped her get to the correct medical facility in time.
Objective: To highlight the clinical presentation, care, and raise awareness about the need for a high index of suspicion and early diagnosis of children with CST in resource-constrained settings in order to prevent morbidity and mortality.Author(S) Details
R. Mohammed-Nafi’u
Department of Paediatrics, State Service Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria.
A. S. Alhassan
Department of Public Health, State Service Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria.
E. J. Okon
Departments of Paediatrics, National Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria.
V. Aliche
Departments of Optometry, State Service Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria.
J. Asemoh
Departments of Medicine, State Service Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria.
E. T. Nnadi
General out Patient Department, State Service Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria.
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