Prevalence of frontal cells and their relation to frontal sinusitis among patients who underwent functional endoscopic sinus surgery: A prospective cross-sectional study in Tanzania

Abraham, Zephania Saitabau; Kahinga, Aveline Aloyce

doi:10.1016/j.amsu.2022.104907

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“…Multiple studies investigated frontal cells’ prevalence based on IFAC within different populations [ 8 , 18 , 21 , 22 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 26 , 27 ] ( Table 1 ). Similarly, other studies investigated their prevalence based on the Kuhn classification [ 28 , 29 , 30 , 31 , 32 , 33 ] ( Table 2 ). When comparing prevalence results between these populations, ANCs are found to be the highest in all of them.…”

Section: Frontal Recess Cells’ Prevalence In Different Populationsmentioning

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“…In regard to the anatomical terminology, authors have used different names for naming the cells surrounding the frontal drainage pathway that include frontal cells [ 24 , 28 ], frontal sinus cells [ 27 ], and frontal recess cells [ 25 , 29 , 30 , 31 ]. To avoid confusion to the readers, in this review we describe these cells as frontal recess cells throughout the manuscript.…”

Section: Frontal Recess Cells and Their Association With Sinusitismentioning

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“…Nevertheless, their presence does not always lead to sinusitis [ 36 ]. In contrast, three more recent articles following the same classification have yet to find significance [ 28 , 37 , 38 ]. Several authors have attributed these insignificant findings to sinusitis as a mucosal inflammation rather than an anatomical obstruction [ 30 , 31 , 38 ].…”

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Does Frontal Recess Cell Variation Associate with the Development of Frontal Sinusitis? A Narrative Review

Al Habsi,

Al-Ajmi,

Washahi

et al. 2024

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Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) can have a significant impact on quality of life. With persistent symptoms and the failure of initial medical treatments, surgical management is indicated. Despite the excellent results of endoscopic sinus surgery for persistent CRS, it is quite a challenging procedure for frontal sinusitis given the complex anatomy and location of the frontal sinus. Frontal recess cells significantly contribute to the complexity of the frontal sinus, and numerous studies have sought to establish their association with sinusitis. This review offers a comprehensive understanding of frontal recess cells, their different classifications, their prevalence among different populations, and their relationship to sinusitis. After an extensive review of the current literature, the International Frontal Sinus Anatomy Classification (IFAC) is the most recent classification method and a preferred practical preoperative assessment tool. Although the agger nasi cell is the most prevalent cell among all reported populations, ethnic variations are still influencing the other cells’ distribution. Studies are inconsistent in reporting a relationship between frontal recess cells and sinusitis, and that is mainly because of the differences in the classification methods used. More research using a standardized classification method is needed to understand the association between frontal recess cells and sinusitis.

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Section: Frontal Recess Cells and Their Association With Sinusitismentioning

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Does Frontal Recess Cell Variation Associate with the Development of Frontal Sinusitis? A Narrative Review

Al Habsi,

Al-Ajmi,

Washahi

et al. 2024

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“…Rege, et al, 2012 [58] Patients: 1113 Sex: M: 435; F: 678 Average age: 49 years old (12-85 years old)…”

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“…The first found no statistically significant difference in frontal sinus mucosal diseases in the presence or absence of the variant. [58] Another study related airflow disruption, caused by the Agger Nasi and other variations of the MS, to the increase of formation of antrochoanal polyps. [36] The thickening of the mucosa of the MS is an anomaly that results from mucus accumulation in the mucosal lining of the sinus, leading to the obstruction of the duct or gland with its epithelial lining and bone resorption due to the slow and expansive growth of this mucosa.…”

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Anatomical variations and abnormalities of the maxillary region and clinical implications: A systematic review and metaanalysis

Valenzuela-Fuenzalida,

Baez-Flores,

Sepúlveda

et al. 2023

Medicine

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Objective: The objective of this review is to investigate and analyze the anatomical variations present in the maxillary sinus (MS), through the examination of the prevalence of these variations, as well as the corresponding prevalence of clinically significant pathologies and complications associated with them. Methods: The search process was carried out in the following databases; MEDLINE, SCIELO, WOS, CINHAL, SCOPUS, and GOOGLE SCHOLAR, using as search terms; “Maxillary bone,” “Maxillary sinus,” “Paranasal sinus,” “Anatomical variations,” “Sinusitis” and “Clinical anatomy.” Results: A total of 26 articles and 12969 samples were included, from which 12,594 subjects had their sex recorded giving a total of 5802 males and 6792 females. The variants reported by the included were Haller cells, Concha Bullosa, Number of septa, Hypoplastic sinus, Agger Nasi, Thickening of the MS mucosa, Deviation of the nasal septum, Accessory ostium, and Onodi cells. Among the mentioned, the ones that presented the greatest number of studies (between 8 and 10 studies included) were: the Haller Cells, the Concha Bullosa, and the Number of septa, where prevalence was 0.30, 0.36, 0.39 respectively. These variations can lead to sinusitis, cause some types of tumors, or affect neighboring structures that could be compromised by this variation. Conclusion: As a result, it is certainly complex to distinguish the presence of anatomical variations from pathological abnormalities. Therefore, knowledge of the different variations and their clinical relationships could be a useful asset for clinicians dedicated to this region.

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Prevalence of frontal cells and their relation to frontal sinusitis among patients who underwent functional endoscopic sinus surgery: A prospective cross-sectional study in Tanzania

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Does Frontal Recess Cell Variation Associate with the Development of Frontal Sinusitis? A Narrative Review

Does Frontal Recess Cell Variation Associate with the Development of Frontal Sinusitis? A Narrative Review

Anatomical variations and abnormalities of the maxillary region and clinical implications: A systematic review and metaanalysis

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