ACUTE RHINOSINUSITIS: CASE SERIES OF ORBITAL COMPLICATIONS

Introduction:- Acute rhinosinusitis is an inflammatory condition involving the lining mucosa of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses. Orbital complications of acute rhinosinusitis (ARS) occur in approximately 7.8% of cases. Without prompt treatment, these complications can result in significant morbidity and mortality. Aim:-To evaluate the clinical presentation, management, and outcomes of orbital complications secondary to acute rhinosinusitis. Materials and Methods:-A retrospective study was conducted at D.Y. Patil Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Kolhapur, a tertiary care center. The study period was from January 2024 to January 2026. A total of 12 patients with orbital complications of acute rhinosinusitis were included. Data on demographic profile, clinical features, imaging findings, and management were analyzed.