3. Middle Ear Physiology and Pathophysiology

2. Eustachian Tube, Middle Ear, and Mastoid Anatomy; Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Pathogenesis

“…PATRICIA A. HEBDA, PHD !SAMU SANDO, MD, DMSC (correspondent) SVEN-ERIC STANGERUP, MD J. DOUGLAS SWARTS, PHD HARUO TAKAHASHI, MD (correspondent) FORM-FUNCTION RELATIONSHIPS At the previous Panel's meeting, four short-term goals were identified related to the form and function of the ME system. 2 They are listed below, followed by a review of the relevant publications published during the past 4 years. 1.…”

Otitis Media: Treatment With Intranasal Aerosolized Surfactant

“…31 Eustachian tube dysfunction as the primary factor in the pathogenesis of OME is well accepted. 32 Mechanical or functional ET obstruction leads to absorption of gas, negative ME pressure, and development of fluid in the ME cleft, according to the ex vacuo theory of OME pathogenesis. 33 Mechanical ET obstruction, such as is caused by nasopharyngeal mass or soft palate abnormality, is readily identifiable.…”

Pengaruh Pemakaian Pipa Nasogastrik pada Kejadian Otitis Media Efusi

“…4 Kelainan yang dapat ditimbulkan otitis media adalah gangguan dengar konduktif ataupun sensorineural, nyeri di telinga, telinga berdenging, demam, dan bahkan dapat menimbulkan komplikasi ke jaringan di sekitarnya, intrakranial, tulang mastoid, tulang petrosus, organ vestibular, dan gangguan nervus kranial VII. 1,[5][6][7] Otitis media diawali oleh gangguan pada fungsi tuba eustakius. Ada tiga fungsi tuba, yaitu fungsi regulasi, proteksi, dan sekresi.…”