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Case Reports
. 1988 Jan;102(1):59-61.
doi: 10.1017/s0022215100103986.

Nasal regurgitation as the presenting symptom of rhinolithiasis

M H Wickham  1 , R P Barton
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Nasal regurgitation as the presenting symptom of rhinolithiasis

M H Wickham et al. J Laryngol Otol. 1988 Jan.

Abstract

Rhinoliths are not common but like other rare conditions have an attraction and therefore will be familiar. This case report has been presented as a reminder that perforation of the hard palate by a rhinolith does occur occasionally, and in this instance was a pleasant surprise to all concerned.

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