Title of article
Nasal Septum Perforation due to Methamphetamine abuse
Author/Authors
M, Bakhshaee Ear, Nose, Throat, Head and Neck surgery Research Center - Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , E, Khadivi Ear, Nose, Throat, Head and Neck surgery Research Center - Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , M, Naseri Sadr Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , F, Esmatinia Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
Pages
4
From page
53
To page
56
Abstract
Introduction: Spontaneous Perforation of the nasal septum is an uncommon condition. Nasal inhalation of substances such as cocaine has long been linked to this Perforation. Case Report: This report describes the case of a 46-year-old woman who was addicted to methamphetamine and who presented with perforation of the nasal septum.This is the first reported case of nasal septal necrosis linked to nasal inhalation of methamphetamine. Conclusions: Patient history and assurance regardingillegal drug consumption and abuse is a key point for fast and accurate diagnosis. The pathophysiology of drug-induced sinunasal disease and a review of the literature are also presented.
Keywords
Septal perforation , Methamphetamine , Drug abuse
Journal title
Astroparticle Physics
Serial Year
2013
Record number
2434157
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