| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10088560 | International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
The present study describes an unusual complication of acute mastoiditis-osteomyelitis of the temporal bone beyond the mastoid framework. The disorder is characterized by a failure to respond both locally and systemically to accepted medical and surgical therapy, persistent fever and high levels of inflammatory markers, and computerized tomography findings of temporal bone destruction. Treatment includes broad-spectrum antibiotics and at least cortical mastoidectomy. Prognosis is good.
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Authors
Mickey Dudkiewicz, Gilat Livni, Liora Kornreich, Benny Nageris, David Ulanovski, Eyal Raveh,