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Acute mastoiditis in pediatric age
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|March 1, 1995
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This study reviewed 39 acute mastoiditis cases treated surgically. Findings suggest a link between acute mastoid abscess and cholesteatoma, with some cases developing after prior surgery.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Acute mastoiditis is a serious middle ear infection.
- Surgical intervention is often required for severe cases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review surgical management of 39 acute mastoiditis cases.
- To investigate etiological factors, including cholesteatoma and prior surgery.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 39 surgically treated acute mastoiditis cases.
- Analysis of etiological factors and patient history.
Main Results:
- An association between acute mastoid abscess and cholesteatoma was observed.
- Five patients developed mastoiditis subsequent to previous mastoid surgery.
Conclusions:
- Surgical management is crucial for acute mastoiditis.
- Understanding etiological factors like cholesteatoma aids treatment planning.
Abstract:
The object of the present paper is to review 39 cases of acute mastoiditis treated surgically at the 2nd and 4th ENT Clinics of the University of Rome 'La Sapienza'. The aetiological factors were investigated observing an association of the acute mastoid abscess with cholesteatoma. Moreover 5 patients developed mastoiditis after previous mastoid surgery. The rationale of surgical management is discussed.