Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4111945 | International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology | 2015 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
External auditory canal (EAC) stenosis can exist as an isolated problem, as a component of craniofacial disorders, or in association with genetic syndromes. We present five cases and demonstrate the efficacy of a minimally invasive way of opening the EAC, facilitating better hearing, easier office examination, and allowing for other necessary treatments such as ear tube placement or use of a hearing aid. Follow-up ranged from 1 to 19 months, with all patients demonstrating significant improvement. We believe this is a novel surgical approach which is easy to perform, cost effective, and may be applicable to a wide range of patients.
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Authors
Zachary Farhood, John S. Muus, Daniel K. Chang, Joseph L. Edmonds,