| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3251082 | The Journal of Emergency Medicine | 2007 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
A cholesteatoma can be a complication of ear infection, eustachian tube dysfunction, prior ear surgery, or tympanic membrane perforation. It is typically associated with otorrhea and conductive hearing loss; sensorineural hearing loss, dysequilibrium, facial nerve paralysis, and altered mental status signify advanced disease. The treatment is surgical and recurrences are common. A case of cholesteatoma is presented that was associated with extension into the posterior fossa and presented with only a headache and localized pain.
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Authors
Terrance P. MD,