Positional Variations and Surgical Implications of Bony Overhangs in the External Auditory Canal
Prahlada Nayaka Basavanthappa,
Amardeep Singh,
Anusha S. Shetty
et al.
Abstract:Background:
This study examines the anatomical differences in the external auditory canal (EAC), particularly bony overhangs that hinder middle ear access, affecting diagnosis and surgical procedures. It seeks to categorize these overhangs for better surgical planning, offering a classification system essential for otologists and middle ear surgeons aiming at improved surgical outcomes.
Materials and Methods:
This retrospective analysis at a tertiary ca… Show more
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