Korean J Otolaryngol-Head Neck Surg.  1997 Dec;40(12):1844-1847.

A Rare Case of Actinomycosis in Nasal Cavity with Aspergillus Sinusitis

• Choi JW
• Lee TB
• Hwang SH
• Kim BH

Abstract

Actinomycosis in nasal cavity is a rare disease in otolaryngologic department. Actinomyces are gram-positive, predominantly anaerobic bacteria which are normal hosts in the oral cavity and G-I tract and become pathogenic after a break of the mucosal barrier due to trauma or Infection. Recently we have experienced a rare case of Actinomycosis in nasal cavity with Aspergillus sinusitis. Surgical treatment was performed and postoperatively intravenous penicillin was given. So, we report this case with brief review of liteatures.

Keyword

Actinomycosis; Aspergillus; Sinusitis

MeSH Terms

Actinomyces
Actinomycosis*
Aspergillus*
Bacteria, Anaerobic
Mouth
Nasal Cavity*
Penicillins
Rare Diseases
Sinusitis*
Penicillins