Temporal bone
View article: Variations in the spatial relationship between the hyoid bone and the carotid arteries and their clinical significance
Variations in the spatial relationship between the hyoid bone and the carotid arteries and their clinical significance Open
BACKGROUND The topography between the common carotid artery (CA), internal CA, and external CA (ECA) with the greater horn of the hyoid bone (GHHB) is of particular importance for anatomists, radiologists and neck surgeons. AIM To investig…
View article: A Correlation Between High Resolution Computed Tomography Temporal Findings and Intra-operative Findings in Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media
A Correlation Between High Resolution Computed Tomography Temporal Findings and Intra-operative Findings in Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media Open
Introduction: Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media (CSOM) is a persistent inflammation of the middle-ear mucosa, lasting more than two weeks and resulting in otorrhea and hearing loss. In India, WHO estimates a CSOM prevalence of 7.8%. Owing t…
View article: A Correlation Between High Resolution Computed Tomography Temporal Findings and Intra-operative Findings in Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media
A Correlation Between High Resolution Computed Tomography Temporal Findings and Intra-operative Findings in Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media Open
Introduction: Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media (CSOM) is a persistent inflammation of the middle-ear mucosa, lasting more than two weeks and resulting in otorrhea and hearing loss. In India, WHO estimates a CSOM prevalence of 7.8%. Owing t…
View article: A novel, tissue-selective burr for temporal bone drilling
A novel, tissue-selective burr for temporal bone drilling Open
Purpose Temporal bone (TB) drilling is one of the most frequently performed otologic procedures. It carries the potential risk of damage to the facial nerve, sigmoid sinus, and dura. Conventional cutting burrs (CCBs) are effective at cutti…
View article: EVALUATING DOSE, LET, AND DOSE-RATE METRICS IN TEMPORAL LOBE CLINICAL RADIONECROSIS AFTER PROTON THERAPY FOR SKULL BASE TUMORS.
EVALUATING DOSE, LET, AND DOSE-RATE METRICS IN TEMPORAL LOBE CLINICAL RADIONECROSIS AFTER PROTON THERAPY FOR SKULL BASE TUMORS. Open
View article: A Rare Case of Sinonasal Carcinoma-Olfactory Neuroblastoma
A Rare Case of Sinonasal Carcinoma-Olfactory Neuroblastoma Open
INTRODUCTION Over the past decade, the pathology of un differentiated sinonasal malignancies has undergone extensive study, leading to significant advancements in the depiction and histopathological classification of various entities. Thes…
View article: Vestibular granuloma as a rare post-stapedotomy complication: case report and literature review
Vestibular granuloma as a rare post-stapedotomy complication: case report and literature review Open
Background Vestibular granuloma is a rare complication of a common surgical procedure, such as stapedotomy; it can significantly impact the outcome of surgery, leading to severe impairment and deterioration in the patient’s quality of life…
View article: HOUSE SYNDROME (FIXED MALLEUS HEAD): A DIAGNOSTIC PITFALL TO CONSIDER BEFORE STAPES SURGERY
HOUSE SYNDROME (FIXED MALLEUS HEAD): A DIAGNOSTIC PITFALL TO CONSIDER BEFORE STAPES SURGERY Open
Background: Conductive or mixed hearing loss with a normal tympanic membrane is most often attributed to otosclerosis. However, primary malleus fixation also known as House or Goodhill syndrome is a rare differential diagnosis that can mim…
View article: An Abnormally Long Styloid Process Without Stylohyoid Ligament Ossification: Morphological and CT Findings from Two Dry Skulls
An Abnormally Long Styloid Process Without Stylohyoid Ligament Ossification: Morphological and CT Findings from Two Dry Skulls Open
Background: The styloid process is a slender, cylindrical bony projection of the temporal bone, showing marked interindividual variability in length, orientation, and degree of ossification. Its abnormal elongation, defined as exceeding 30…
View article: Correlation Between Reid–Eustachian Tube Angle, Length, and Diameter Based on Temporal Bone CT Scan with Severity Level in Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media
Correlation Between Reid–Eustachian Tube Angle, Length, and Diameter Based on Temporal Bone CT Scan with Severity Level in Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media Open
Chronic suppurative otitis media (OMSK) is an inflammatory condition of the middle ear characterized by perforation of the tympanic membrane and persistent otore, with a global prevalence of 65–330 million people, mainly in developing coun…
View article: A Concept for MRI-Based Cholesteatoma Detection in Cochlear Implant Recipients
A Concept for MRI-Based Cholesteatoma Detection in Cochlear Implant Recipients Open
Introduction: Cochlear implantation is the treatment of choice for severe hearing loss and deafness. Cholesteatomas can cause this deafness. A frequently used procedure in the course of surgical rehabilitation is a subtotal petrosectomy co…
View article: Ossicular Chain Status in Longstanding Chronic Otitis Media: A Cross-sectional Study
Ossicular Chain Status in Longstanding Chronic Otitis Media: A Cross-sectional Study Open
Introduction: Chronic Otitis Media (COM) is a major cause of hearing impairment, particularly in developing countries. Prolonged disease duration often leads to ossicular erosion, exacerbating conductive hearing loss. Aim: To analyse the i…
View article: Editorial: Temporal bone histopathology: updates for neurotology
Editorial: Temporal bone histopathology: updates for neurotology Open
View article: Bone Metastases of Breast Cancer in the Skull Base: An Unusual Metastatic Spread
Bone Metastases of Breast Cancer in the Skull Base: An Unusual Metastatic Spread Open
View article: Analysis of the effect of blue laser radiation on the structure of the auditory ossicles and audiological results of stapedoplasty
Analysis of the effect of blue laser radiation on the structure of the auditory ossicles and audiological results of stapedoplasty Open
Background. Studies show that from 0.1 to 1% of the population suffers from otosclerosis, manifested by hearing loss and ear noise. Surgical treatment is performed using stapedoplasty, but there is always a risk of sensorineural hearing lo…
View article: PREVALENCE OF ELONGATED STYLOID PROCESS IN YEMENI POPULATION OF SANA’A CITY, YEMEN
PREVALENCE OF ELONGATED STYLOID PROCESS IN YEMENI POPULATION OF SANA’A CITY, YEMEN Open
Background and Aim: The styloid process (SP) is a cylindrical bony projection that originates from the inferior part of the petrous temporal bone, directly in front of the stylomastoid foramen. Numerous ligaments, muscles, and nerves are i…
View article: Spontaneous SSCD Auto-Plugging: Clinical, Electrophysiological and Radiological Evidence
Spontaneous SSCD Auto-Plugging: Clinical, Electrophysiological and Radiological Evidence Open
Background: Superior semicircular canal dehiscence (SSCD) is characterized by a bony defect of the superior semicircular canal (SSC), leading to vestibular and auditory symptoms. A process of spontaneous “auto-plugging,” in which the overl…
View article: Integration of Trackerless Surface Reconstruction‐Based Surgical Navigation With Exoscopic Trans‐Mastoid Surgery
Integration of Trackerless Surface Reconstruction‐Based Surgical Navigation With Exoscopic Trans‐Mastoid Surgery Open
Objective A trackerless approach to surgical navigation employing simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) algorithms based on surface reconstruction from 3D endoscopy fused with preoperative imaging has been demonstrated to have appro…
View article: Von Hippel–Lindau Disease-Associated Endolymphatic Sac Tumours: Seven Cases and Genotype–Phenotype Features
Von Hippel–Lindau Disease-Associated Endolymphatic Sac Tumours: Seven Cases and Genotype–Phenotype Features Open
Von Hippel–Lindau disease-associated endolymphatic sac tumors (VHL-associated ELSTs) present diagnostic challenges due to their rarity and nonspecific symptoms. This study describes clinical, pathological and genotypic features to guide tr…
View article: Otological Presentation and Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
Otological Presentation and Temporomandibular Joint Disorders Open
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a hinge joint that occur between the jaw and temporal bone with an articular disc separating the two structures. The disorders associated with TMJ are due to problems involving the muscles of mastication, t…
View article: Closure of Congenital Semicircular Dehiscence in the First 10 Years of Life
Closure of Congenital Semicircular Dehiscence in the First 10 Years of Life Open
To assess the long-term progression of semicircular canal dehiscence (SSCD), particularly with regard to size expansion or possible ossification during physical development. This retrospective study screened all patients under the age of t…
View article: Mapping the murine <scp>TMJ</scp> glenoid fossa over development, homeostasis and in response to disease
Mapping the murine <span>TMJ</span> glenoid fossa over development, homeostasis and in response to disease Open
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) plays a key role in facilitating complex mammalian jaw movements required for daily life. It is formed between the condylar process of the mandible (or dentary bone) of the lower jaw, the glenoid (or mandi…
View article: Model 7
Model 7 Open
A middle fossa dissection was performed to demonstrate the course of cranial nerves emerging from the brainstem. The procedure began with a skin incision following the pterional approach and continued with incision and retraction of the te…
View article: Model 7
Model 7 Open
A middle fossa dissection was performed to demonstrate the course of cranial nerves emerging from the brainstem. The procedure began with a skin incision following the pterional approach and continued with incision and retraction of the te…
View article: Fibrous Dysplasia of the Temporal Bone Presenting with Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media: Not All Chronic Ear Discharge is CSOM
Fibrous Dysplasia of the Temporal Bone Presenting with Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media: Not All Chronic Ear Discharge is CSOM Open
Dear Editor, We read with interest the grand rounds presentation of Alvarez and Uy describing a patient with fibrous dysplasia (FD) of the temporal bone.1 While the authors provide valuable insights into a rare presentation, we wish to hig…
View article: Response from the Authors
Response from the Authors Open
Dear Editor, We are sincerely grateful for the interest and valuable insights the writer has provided regarding the case that we presented. Prior to the patient’s consultation and admission to our institution, a number of general practitio…
View article: Reconstruction and Obliteration of Mastoid Cavities Using Autologous Bone Dust and Conchal Cartilage: Restoring a Self-Cleaning, Waterproof and Acoustically Functional Ear
Reconstruction and Obliteration of Mastoid Cavities Using Autologous Bone Dust and Conchal Cartilage: Restoring a Self-Cleaning, Waterproof and Acoustically Functional Ear Open
Objective: To describe a practical surgical approach for mastoid cavity obliteration and canal wall reconstruction using autologous bone dust and conchal cartilage applied either during primary canal wall up (CWU) surgery or in revision of…
View article: Vestibular Aqueduct Hypoplasia Identifies Semicircular Canal Dehiscence Patients Who Progress to Meniere’s Disease
Vestibular Aqueduct Hypoplasia Identifies Semicircular Canal Dehiscence Patients Who Progress to Meniere’s Disease Open
Objective: Semicircular canal dehiscence (SCD) and vestibular aqueduct (VA) hypoplasia are developmental anomalies associated with distinct inner ear syndromes—SCD syndrome and Meniere’s disease (MD). Our previous work found frequent SCD i…
View article: RADT-78. DOTATATE-PET-GUIDED MULTIMODAL TREATMENT OF GLOMUS JUGULARE PARAGANGLIOMAS IMPROVES TINNITUS RESOLUTION AND SURGICAL OUTCOMES
RADT-78. DOTATATE-PET-GUIDED MULTIMODAL TREATMENT OF GLOMUS JUGULARE PARAGANGLIOMAS IMPROVES TINNITUS RESOLUTION AND SURGICAL OUTCOMES Open
BACKGROUND Glomus Jugulare paragangliomas represent challenging skull base neuroendocrine tumors with significant morbidity from cranial nerve compression and auditory symptoms. Current management paradigms emphasize tumor control over sym…
View article: NCMP-10. Unilateral sudden sensorineural hearing loss with vertigo as an initial presenting symptom of leptomeningeal metastases
NCMP-10. Unilateral sudden sensorineural hearing loss with vertigo as an initial presenting symptom of leptomeningeal metastases Open
BACKGROUND Leptomeningeal metastases (LM) involve diffuse or multifocal infiltration of the central nervous system. While the third, fifth, and seventh cranial nerves are most commonly affected, isolated eighth nerve involvement is rare an…