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Fronto-turbinalis Sinus Expansion and Headache

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Headaches of rhinogenic origin illustrate an interesting paradox. Little is known about their pathophysiology, mechanisms, and prevalence; yet, the concept that these headaches are of importance is widely accepted. This article discusses the relationship between fronto-turbinalis sinus expansion and headaches, as well as headache outcomes after surgical approach.

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Dr. Giuseppe Sanges: none; Dr. Michele Feleppa: none; Dr. Mario Gamerra: none; Dr. Gerardo Sorrentino: none; Dr. Roberto De Luca: none; Dr. Maddalena Merone: none; Dr. Luigi Cacace: none. Dr. Marcelo E. Bigal is a full-time employee of Merck & Co., and holds stocks and stock options in the company.

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  1. Headache and Cervico-Facial Pain Service, A.S.L. NA 3, South Naples, Italy

    Giuseppe Sanges

  2. Department of Neurology, Hospital “G. Rummo”, Benevento, Italy

    Michele Feleppa

  3. Otorhinolaringoiatry, and Cervico-Facial Pathology Unit, “San Leonardo” General Hospital, A.S.L. NA 3, South Naples, Castellammare di Stabia, Naples, Italy

    Mario Gamerra & Gerardo Sorrentino

  4. Mathematic, Cybernetic Engineering, and Mathematics Application Department, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy

    Roberto De Luca

  5. Department of Mathematics, A.S.L. NA 3, South Naples, Castellammare di Stabia, Naples, Italy

    Maddalena Merone

  6. Surgical Pathology Service, “M. Scarlato” General Hospital, A.S.L. SA, Scafati, Salerno, Italy

    Luigi Cacace

  7. Merck & Co., Mail Stop UG3C-20, 351 North Sumneytown Pike, North Wales, PA, 19454, USA

    Marcelo Eduardo Bigal

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Sanges, G., Feleppa, M., Gamerra, M. et al. Fronto-turbinalis Sinus Expansion and Headache. Curr Pain Headache Rep 15, 308–313 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11916-011-0194-2

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