Beenish Nisar Ahmed, Iqbal Hussain, Muhammad Waqas Nisar Ahmed.
A Case Report on Infratemporal Fossa Growth; Excision with Surgical Expertise and Less Morbidity.
Ann Jinnah Sindh Med Uni Jan ;2(2):66-8.

Neoplastic lesions of infratemporal fossa are presented with variegated pathologies .Lesions that involves the infratemporal fossa more often originate as a result of extension from neighbouring structures and from primary tissues of fossa as well. Metastatic lesions are also common. Because of its enshrouded location, usually tumors presents lately. Clinical signs and symptoms are insidious. The close proximity of the area to the intracranial structures, the orbit, the paranasal sinuses, the nasopharynx, and the facial area demand meticulous surgical excision. Modern imaging techniques have made three-dimensional visualization of the extent of the pathology possible. Radical tumor excision with preservation of the quality of life remains the ultimate goal .We report a rare presentation of infratemporal fossa growth.The patient underwent surgical excision and had uneventful recovery. Key words: Infratemporal fossa, radical tumor excision

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