HIV-associated cavernous sinus disease

Conclusion: In HIV-infected patients, histological confirmation of cavernous sinus pathology is not readily available for various reasons. In resource-limited settings, one should first actively search for extracranial evidence of tuberculosis, lymphoma, syphilis and primary malignancy and manage appropriatel y. Only if such evidence is lacking should a referral for biopsy be considered.
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - Category: African Health Authors: Source Type: research