Wegener′s granulomatosis with subdural hematoma as the initial manifestation
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ENT manifestations of Wegeners granulomatosis.
Wegeners granulomatosis is a necrotizing granulomatous vasculitis with multisystemic involvement. We present two cases of Wegener's presenting with otological manifestations as the first symptom. These symptoms are subtle and diagnosis may be easily overlooked. Hence a high index of suspicion is required. Early diagnosis and treatment goes a long way in improving the outcomes and in preventing ...
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: International Journal of Critical Illness and Injury Science
سال: 2013
ISSN: 2229-5151
DOI: 10.4103/2229-5151.109430