[Clinical analysis of 5 invasive fungal rhinosinusitis cases].

To discuss the clinical characteristics, treatment and prognosis of invasive fungal rhinosinusitis (IFRS). Among the five patients who were diagnosed as IFRS, 4 patients had history of diabetes mellitus, and 1 case had a history of leukemia and chemotherapy. All the patients were treated through operation and antifungal therapy. The patients were followed 1 year to 3 years after the operation. And 3 patients were clinical cured, 1 was died because of relapse, and 1 was died because of exacerbation. The diagnosis and treatment of IFRS need to be considered through many aspects. Antifungal therapy and medical treatment based on surgery might improve the recovery rate.