Anatomy of Maxillary Sinus Maxillary sinusitisand its Management

Which of the following bones contains the maxillary sinus?

• Mandible
• Zygomatic
• Ethmoid
• Maxilla

Which of the following statements about the maxillary sinus is correct?

• It is the largest of the paranasal sinuses
• It is located in the frontal bone
• It is triangular in shape
• It is located in the temporal bone

Which of the following structures is NOT found within the maxillary sinus?

• Nasolacrimal duct
• Infraorbital nerve
• Middle nasal concha
• Sphenopalatine artery

What is the most common cause of maxillary sinusitis?

• Trauma
• Allergies
• Infection
• Tumor

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of maxillary sinusitis?

• Nasal congestion
• Facial pain
• Toothache
• Dry mouth

Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for maxillary sinusitis?

• Antibiotics
• Decongestants
• Nasal irrigation
• Surgical removal of the maxillary sinus

Which of the following statements about surgical treatment of maxillary sinusitis is correct?

• It is always necessary
• It is never necessary
• It is only necessary in cases of chronic sinusitis
• It is only necessary in cases of acute sinusitis

Which of the following statements about the recovery process after surgical treatment of maxillary sinusitis is correct?

• It is usually quick and painless
• It is usually long and painful
• It depends on the severity of the sinusitis
• It depends on the patient's age

What is the main goal of surgical treatment of maxillary sinusitis?

• To remove the infected tissue
• To remove the entire maxillary sinus
• To widen the sinus opening
• To reduce the size of the sinus

Which of the following complications is NOT a potential risk of surgical treatment for maxillary sinusitis?

• Infection
• Bleeding
• Nerve damage
• Loss of sense of smell