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Sinusitis — UKMLA Revision Notes

Sinusitis is an important clinical condition in Ear, Nose & Throat that is tested in the UKMLA Applied Knowledge Test (AKT). Medical students and doctors preparing for the UKMLA or PLAB 1 must understand the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, investigations, and evidence-based management of Sinusitis as outlined in current NICE guidelines.

Key Facts

  • Sinusitis is a key condition on the GMC UKMLA Content Map
  • Commonly tested in the Ear, Nose & Throat section of the UKMLA Applied Knowledge Test
  • Understand the pathophysiology, clinical features, investigations, and management
  • NICE guidelines provide the evidence base for management decisions
  • Consider differential diagnoses and red flag symptoms in clinical scenarios

Investigations

  • Otoscopy
  • Audiometry
  • Nasal endoscopy
  • CT sinuses/neck
  • FBC, CRP
  • Throat swab

Management

  • Analgesia and symptomatic relief
  • Antibiotics if bacterial infection confirmed
  • Nasal decongestants/saline irrigation
  • ENT outpatient follow-up
  • Audiological assessment
  • Surgical referral if indicated

Practice 2+ Sinusitis Questions

Test your knowledge with SBA questions on Sinusitis and all 430 UKMLA Content Map conditions. Instant feedback, NICE guideline explanations, and spaced repetition included.