Barosinusitis in Aviation Professionals: Two Illustrative Cases and a Literature Review
Karima Ouardi *
ENT Department, Mohamed V Military Training Hospital in Rabat. Morocco.
El Khalifa Sidi Mohamed
The Aeromedical Expertise Center, Mohamed V Military Training Hospital in Rabat, Morocco.
Moad Moujoud
ENT Department, Mohamed V Military Training Hospital in Rabat. Morocco.
Bouchaib Hemmaoui
ENT Department, Mohamed V Military Training Hospital in Rabat. Morocco.
Mohamed chemsi
The Aeromedical Expertise Center, Mohamed V Military Training Hospital in Rabat, Morocco.
Noureddine Errami
ENT Department, Mohamed V Military Training Hospital in Rabat. Morocco.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
We present two cases of barosinusitis with distinct clinical presentations: a 33-year-old flight mechanic developing acute visual blurring from maxillary-ethmoidal-frontal sinusitis and a 30-year-old flight attendant with recurrent maxillary sinus pain exacerbated by allergic rhinitis. Both cases achieved complete resolution through conservative management including antibiotics, corticosteroids, and nasal irrigation. We further review the pathophysiology, clinical spectrum, and therapeutic approaches for barosinusitis, discussing both medical and surgical options. Finally, we emphasize crucial preventive strategies for high-risk populations.
Keywords: Barosinusitis, acute visual blurring, corticosteroids, nasal irrigation