Orbital Inflammatory Syndrome Post Group A Streptococcal Infection - Case Series and Review of Literature.

OBJECTIVE: To report new cases of orbital inflammatory syndrome (OIS) post group A streptococcal (GAS) infection and review the literature. METHODS: A retrospective case series of patients with OIS post GAS infection seen in our clinic (from January 2015 to December 2016) and review of additional patients from the literature. RESULTS: A total of nine patients with OIS post GAS infection were included in the study (four patients seen in our clinic and five from previous literature); seven females and two males, three children (under the age of 16), and six adults. Eight patients (89%) presented with a single rectus muscle (5 medial, 3 lateral) myositis, and one (11%) presented with posterior scleritis and diffuse OIS. CONCLUSIONS: Although there are very few reports on OIS post GAS infection, it may be more common than previously thought and should be considered in the differential diagnosis of patients with orbital inflammation.

[Pseudo-tumoral invasive fungus infection of the maxillary sinus in Abidjan]. / Infection invasive à champignon filamenteux pseudotumorale du sinus maxillaire à Abidjan.

INTRODUCTION: The invasive fungal infection of the maxillary sinus is a rare and serious disease generally favored by immunosuppression. We report an exceptional case of pseudotumoral invasive fungal infection of the maxillary sinus in an immunocompetent patient. OBSERVATION: A 32-year-old patient consulted for labial and left temporal swelling associated with proptosis and chemosis that has been developing for 18 months. The scanner objectified a filling of the left maxillary sinus, and the ipsilateral orbital cavity, and the surrounding muscles. Histological examination of the surgical specimen revealed invasive fungal infection of the left maxillary sinus. The relevant antifungal therapy, namely voriconazole, could not be administered due to the unavailability of the medicine. However, the patient has received 200mg of itraconazole every 12hours for three weeks. The change proved disappointing with recurrence and significant sequelae, sort of sagging of the right hemifacial, severe limitation of mouth opening and functional loss of the right eye. CONCLUSION: The invasive fungus infections of the maxillary sinus and the orbit are exceptional in immunocompetent patient. Healing is based on early diagnosis and administration of the reference antifungal to face the risk of recurrence.

[Pseudo-tumoral aspergillus rhinosinusitis: About two cases]. / Aspergillose sinusienne invasive pseudo tumorale: à propos de deux cas.

INTRODUCTION: Pseudo-tumoral fongal rhinosinusitis is a rare and benign illness due to saprophyte germ, Aspergillus flavus. OBSERVATION: We reported two cases of invasive pseudo-tumoral fongal rhinosinusitis. CT scan helped with diagnosis and allowed for extension assessment. Complete surgical excision was done through external approach. Bacteriological examination evidenced the germ. DISCUSSION: Pseudo-tumoral invasive fongal rhinosinusitis remains a potentially serious pathology because of its local aggressiveness and its multiple extensions.

The ticking time bomb.

A man with orbital myositis and optic neuritis tested positive serologically for multiple tick-borne diseases. Erlichiosis, babesiosis, and Lyme disease may occur together and affect the eye or orbit.

Orbital myositis associated with Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme disease) infection.

OBJECTIVE: To report on the clinical findings in a patient with isolated left inferior rectus myositis associated with serologically confirmed Borrelia burgdorferi infection. DESIGN: Interventional case report. TESTING: Comprehensive clinical, laboratory, and imaging evaluation. RESULTS: Contrast-enhanced computed tomography showed a swollen inferior rectus muscle with infraorbital soft tissue swelling in a patient with diplopia and prior symptoms consistent with manifestations of Lyme disease. Positive serum and cerebrospinal fluid antibodies to B. burgdorferi by enzyme-linked immunoassay were confirmed by Western blot, and the cerebrospinal fluid/serum antibody ratio was elevated. No alternative cause for orbital myositis was found, and treatment with antibiotics resulted in a complete recovery. CONCLUSIONS: Orbital myositis should be added to the expanding list of ophthalmic manifestations of Lyme disease. Correct diagnosis and appropriate antibiotic therapy may reduce the likelihood of further neurologic or ophthalmologic sequelae.