Silent sinus syndrome

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis certain
ct

CT through the paranasal sinuses demonstrates atelectasis of the right maxillary antrum with inward bowing of all walls, resulting in enlargement of the orbit. Features are consistent with silent sinus syndrome. 

Incidental unfused anterior and posterior arch of C1. 

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