Orbital Apex Syndrome in a Patient with Sphenoid Fungal Balls

Abstract

Orbital apex syndrome (OAS) is a rare disease that presents with a complex of symptoms, including ophthalmoplegia, ptosis and visual loss. Due to the poor prognosis, making a prompt diagnosis and administering the appropriate treatment must be initiated without delay if OAS is suspected. We report here on a case of a patient with sphenoid fungal balls, and he presented with acute visual loss and ophthalmoplegia.

Keywords

• Orbit
• Sphenoid sinus
• Fungi
• Aspergillosis
• Steriods