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Calculation of the mastoid cell volume of infants from computed tomography imaging

Aylin Karahasanoglu1, Sema Aksoy, Elif Hocaoglu

  • 1Department of Radiology, Bakirkoy Dr Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.

The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
|May 2, 2015
PubMed

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Mastoid cell volume in infants increases with age. This study calculated mastoid cell volumes in 87 infants under one year, finding significant age-related differences.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric imaging
  • Otolaryngology
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • The mastoid air cells are pneumatized spaces within the temporal bone.
  • Understanding mastoid cell development is crucial for diagnosing and managing various pediatric ear conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify mastoid cell volume in infants using computed tomography (CT) imaging.
  • To establish normative data for mastoid cell volume in infants up to 12 months of age.

Main Methods:

  • Computed tomography (CT) scans of 87 infants under 1 year were analyzed.
  • Infants were categorized into four age groups: 0-3, 4-6, 7-9, and 10-12 months.
  • Mastoid cell volume was calculated for each infant.

Main Results:

  • Significant differences in mastoid cell volume (cm³) were observed across the four age groups (P = 0.0001).
  • Mastoid cell volume demonstrated a general trend of increase with advancing age in infants.
  • The findings highlight a clear correlation between infant age and mastoid cell development.

Conclusions:

  • Mastoid cell volume is a reliable indicator of age in infants up to one year.
  • Further research is planned to establish specific cutoff values for mastoid cell volume to aid in clinical assessments.
  • This study provides foundational data for future investigations into pediatric otitis media and related conditions.
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