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  • Teratomas are rare in the head and neck, with Eustachian tube location being exceptionally uncommon.
  • This case highlights the diagnostic and management challenges of pediatric Eustachian tube teratomas.

Observation:

  • A 2-year-old child presented with chronic ear discharge, initially suspected as a temporal bone tumor or cyst.
  • Intraoperative findings revealed a solid, hairy tumor within the Eustachian tube extending into the middle ear.
  • Histological examination confirmed the tumor as a mature teratoma.

Findings:

  • The study details the imaging, surgical removal technique, and long-term follow-up of a pediatric Eustachian tube teratoma.
  • Literature review differentiates these rare teratomas from sinonasal hairy polyps.

Implications:

  • Management of Eustachian tube teratomas requires meticulous surgical planning to minimize long-term anatomical sequelae.
  • Understanding the rarity and presentation of these tumors is vital for pediatric otolaryngologists and oncologists.