vomiting, a skull radiograph was obtained showing a hyperdense image, apparently on the posterior wall of the right nasal cavity (Fig. 1, arrows). After observation by otolaryngology and exclusion of… Click to show full abstract
vomiting, a skull radiograph was obtained showing a hyperdense image, apparently on the posterior wall of the right nasal cavity (Fig. 1, arrows). After observation by otolaryngology and exclusion of nasal foreign body, a head computed tomography was performed for a correct diagnosis, displaying a metallic foreign body, adjacent to the right optic foramen with bone splinters, haemorrhage and oedema in the frontal lobe associated with its path (Fig. 2, arrows). What is the diagnosis? (Answer on page 1907)
               
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