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Niels Højvang Holm1, M Balazs2, T Ovesen3,4

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Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) is associated with a longer Eustachian tube (ET), particularly the osseous portion. Atrophy of surrounding structures like Ostmann's Fat Pad may contribute to ETD.

Keywords:
Cone beam computed tomographyDimensionsEustachian tubeEustachian tube dysfunctionMagnetic resonance imagingOstmann’s fat pad

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  • Otolaryngology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) significantly impacts quality of life.
  • Understanding the anatomical variations associated with ETD is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the correlation between Eustachian tube (ET) dimensions and Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD).
  • To evaluate the feasibility of fusing MRI and CBCT for ET assessment.

Main Methods:

  • 28 patients with ETD and 10 controls underwent 3 Tesla MRI and CBCT scans.
  • Image fusion using anatomical landmarks allowed for precise measurement of ET dimensions and angles.
  • Comparison of ET length and angles between ETD ears, asymptomatic ears, and controls.

Main Results:

  • Eustachian tube (ET) length was significantly longer in ETD ears compared to controls.
  • The osseous portion of the ET (OET) was longer in symptomatic ETD ears, while the cartilaginous portion (CET) was shorter in controls.
  • A positive correlation was observed between ET length and patient height.

Conclusions:

  • Fusion of MRI and CBCT is a viable method for evaluating ET anatomy.
  • ETD is associated with a longer overall ET, specifically the OET.
  • Smaller Ostmann's Fat Pad and levator veli palatini muscle in ETD ears suggest potential atrophy contributing to dysfunction.