Cavernous sinus thrombosis during pregnancy

Publication date: Available online 14 April 2016
Source:Auris Nasus Larynx
Author(s): Fernando López, Elena Santamarta, Patricia Martínez, Antonio Sáiz-Ayala, José L. Llorente
Cavernous sinus thrombosis (CST) represents a rare but devastating disease process that may be associated with significant long-term patient morbidity or mortality. Rapid diagnosis and aggressive medical and surgical management are imperative for patients with CST. We present the case of a 24-year-old pregnant woman with intraorbital abscess and CST secondary to Streptococcus milleri. Surgical intervention included orbital abscess drainage and dental extraction, medical therapy included intravenous antibiotic, heparin, and methylprednisolone and an elective cesarean section was performed. The latter was the key point to resolution the disease.



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