Flattned Nose Revealing Syphilitic Aortitis

Authors: Douhi Z*, Couissi I, Bennaye HE, Baybay H and Mernissi FZ

DOI: 10.23880/cdoaj-16000296

Volume 8, Issue 2

Abstract

Flattled nose also called syphilis nose is a deformation of the nose due to the destruction of the cartilage of the nasal septum: the lower segment of the nose collapses, undergoing recoil and retract, becoming embedded in the upper segment. It is characteristic of congenital and tertiary syphilis [1]. We report the case of syphilitic aortitis revealed by flattened appearance of the nose.

Keywords: Flattned Nose; Tertiary Syphilis; Aortitis

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