28-year-old woman presented with 6-month history of left hemicranial headache and diplopia. MRI showed large left petrous apex mass abutting sphenoid sinus. Patient had right-sided sixth nerve palsy and mild left hearing loss
Three main types of anterior midline intracranial cysts exist: cavum septum pellucidum, cavum vergae, and cavum velum interpositum. These cysts are commonly found in anterior midline intracranial structures
Study examined 200 foramen rotunda in 100 adult patients. CT scans were performed using 0.6mm slices with DICOM software. Patients were aged 18-72 without skull base pathology
Clivus is a depression in occipital bone behind sphenoid dorsum sellae. Forms synchondrosis between basiocciput and basisphenoid during embryonic development. Extends inferiorly to foramen magnum and divides into pharyngeal and basilar surfaces. Contains pharyngeal tubercle for pharynx attachment
SI joint connects pelvis to spine, linking spine to hip. Pain typically occurs in buttock, radiating to thigh and knee. Pain worsens with walking and postural changes. Radiological tests often fail to diagnose SI joint pain
Diagnosis begins with symptoms, medical history and physical examination. Nasal endoscopy examines the interior of the nose. CT scans help visualize polyps in the sinuses. Skin tests and blood tests can detect allergies and immune system issues. Sweat tests are conducted for cystic fibrosis in children