Abstract:Purpose of reviewTo review the various factors associated with the most common cause of maxillary sinus dysfunction; recalcitrant chronic maxillary sinusitis (RCMS). In addition, available medical and surgical management options are discussed along with various tips and tricks for optimal management.Recent findingsDefects in mucociliary clearance, immunodeficiency, anatomic factors, and infectious etiologies have been implicated in dysfunction of the maxillary sinus leading to RCMS. Medical management includin… Show more
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