Abstract:

Isolated sphenoid sinus disease derives from and confines to the sphenoid sinus, not involving the adjacent structure. Its incidence is 1. 0% ~ 2. 7%. The early symptoms of sphenoid sinus diseases are often nonspecific. According to the recent literatures, this paper presents a review of the anatomy, clinical symptoms, composition, imaging manifestations, diagnosis and treatment of isolated sphenoid sinus disease.

Key words: Isolated sphenoid sinus disease; Headache; Radiographic examination; Endoscopic surgical procedures, operative