Concretion in the Ear

Autotymapanomastoidectomy in a Case of Cholesteatoma with Foreign Body

“…Many studies have highlighted about the calcifications in cholesteatoma [4][5][6]. Osteopontin is a major acidic phosphorylated glycoprotein of bone, which participates in the pathological calcification that occurs as a result of chronic otitis media [4].…”

Experiences with Vidian neurectomy

“…With increasing practice, however, it became apparent that thebilateral operation was within the compass of the writer's stamina and temperament, and after the first five cases this became the standard practice. Both Hiranandani (1966) and Golding-Wood have pointed out that after_unilateral operations the unoperated side may show a marked improvement, but this is unpredictable, and the patients, at least, are grateful to be spared a second sojourn in hospital.…”