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Eustachian tube dysfunction encompasses obstructive and patulous forms with overlapping symptoms, complicating diagnosis. Optimal treatments for patulous Eustachian tube dysfunction are lacking, necessitating further research.

Keywords:
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  • Otolaryngology
  • Auditory Science

Background:

  • Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) presents a spectrum from obstructive ETD to patulous ETD (pETD).
  • Overlapping symptoms between obstructive ETD and pETD create diagnostic challenges.
  • Aural fullness can stem from various conditions, requiring careful differentiation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diagnostic challenges and treatment modalities for patulous Eustachian tube dysfunction (pETD).
  • To highlight the need for improved diagnostic accuracy and optimal treatments for pETD.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical history and physical examination findings.
  • Endoscopic examination for evaluating Eustachian tube patency.
  • Audiological testing to assess auditory function and differentiate conditions.

Main Results:

  • Differential diagnosis of ETD requires a comprehensive approach including history, physical exam, endoscopy, and audiology.
  • Current treatment options for pETD are varied, with no single optimal method.
  • Existing common treatments demonstrate good safety and repeatability.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate diagnosis of pETD is challenging due to symptom overlap with other conditions.
  • There is a significant need for evidence-based, randomized controlled trials to establish optimal treatments for pETD.