Carcinoma of the sphenoid sinus produces deep constant headache, radiological signs of sphenoid sinus destruction and extraocular paralysis, usually without cervical node metastasis. Radiotherapy offers palliation and some limited prospect of cure, especially if there is no bony destruction of the base of the skull.
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