Canal wall reconstruction – surgical considerations – Romanian Journal of Medical Practice

Romanian Journal of Medical Practice | Vol. X, No. 4 (42), 2015

ISSN 1842-8258 | e-ISSN 2069-6108
ISSN-L 1842-8258
DOI: 10.37897/RJMP

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D.C. GHEORGHE and A. ZAMFIR-CHIRU-ANTON

ABSTRACT

Recurrent cholesteatoma and local mastoid morbidity account for common patient complaints in our pediatric department.

Objective. To describe a surgical technique used for 2 difficult cholesteatoma pediatric cases, in order to prevent mastoid cavity associated disease.

Material. 2 cases with recurrent cholesteatoma and mastoid morbidity were surgically approached by reconstructing the posterior osseous canal wall.

Results. Anatomical results were satisfactory on short term monitoring. Long-term results need further evaluation.

Conclusion. Posterior canal wall reconstruction represents a useful option for mastoid cavity patients with local recurrent disease.

Keywords: radical mastoidectomy, recurrent cholesteatoma, posterior canal wall reconstruction

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