Rhinomaxillary mucormycosis impersonating as chronic osteomyelitis: a rare case report with cone beam computed tomography as diagnostic aid

Authors

  • Y. Jain Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Nitte (Deemed to be University), AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences (ABSMIDS), Mangalore – Karnataka, India Author https://orcid.org/0009-0008-9294-7758
  • V. Ajila Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Nitte (Deemed to be University), AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences (ABSMIDS), Mangalore – Karnataka, India Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5744-9322
  • G.S. Babu Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Nitte (Deemed to be University), AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences (ABSMIDS), Mangalore – Karnataka, India Author https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9383-7886
  • A. Madiyal Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Nitte (Deemed to be University), AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences (ABSMIDS), Mangalore – Karnataka, India Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0907-3244
  • S. Sivadas K Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Nitte (Deemed to be University), AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences (ABSMIDS), Mangalore – Karnataka, India Author https://orcid.org/0009-0001-2676-5349

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2478/AMB-2025-0032

Keywords:

mucormycosis, maxillary sinus, osteomyelitis

Abstract

Background: Rhinomaxillary mucormycosis (RMM) is one of the deadliest and quickly spreading types of fungal infection in humans which typically starts in the nose and paranasal sinuses. Radiologically, RMM manifests as sinus opacification with mucosal thickening, involvement of nasal cavity and erosion of maxillary bone. A radiographic study is necessary to confirm a clinical suspicion of RMM. Cone Beam Computed Radiography (CBCT) offers comprehensive details regarding the extent of the lesion and its impact on critical structures. Case presentation: This case report aims to highlight a rare case of RMM with osteomyelitis and the significance of CBCT in the early detection, management, and prognosis of RMM. Conclusion: CBCT plays an important role in early diagnosis of RMM for timely treatment and better prognosis.

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20.05.2025

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Vol. 52 No. Suppl 1 (2025): Acta Medica Bulgarica

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CASE REPORT

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Jain, Y., Ajila, V., Babu, G. S., Madiyal, A., & Sivadas K, S. (2025). Rhinomaxillary mucormycosis impersonating as chronic osteomyelitis: a rare case report with cone beam computed tomography as diagnostic aid. Acta Medica Bulgarica, 52(Suppl 1), 89-93. https://doi.org/10.2478/AMB-2025-0032