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Polish Journal of Radiology
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Chronically Discharging Ears: Evalution with High Resolution Computed Tomography

Ashu Seith Bhalla
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Anuradha Singh
,
Manisha Jana

Pol J Radiol, 2017; 82: 478-489
Online publish date: 2018/01/18
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Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) refers to the middle ear inflammation which is clinically characterized by the discharging ear, hearing deficit, fever and otalgia. Although a clinical diagnosis, imaging is imperative to rule out associated complications which apart from causing hearing deficit, may prove fatal at times. Both high resolution computed tomography (HRCT) and MRI are helpful in evaluating middle ear pathologies, usage being indication specific. Due to its excellent spatial resolution, HRCT is invaluable in assessment of chronically discharging ears, especially to look for bone erosion and the integrity of the ossicles. Due to its better spatial resolution, HRCT is preferred in suspected intra temporal complications whereas MRI is more useful in evaluating intracranial extension.
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Cholesteatoma, Middle Ear • Otitis Media • Temporal Bone




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