CT and MR imaging are essential cross-sectional imaging modalities for assessment of
temporal bone anatomy and pathology. The choice of CT versus MR depends on the …

In recent years, three-dimensional (3D) multiplanar reformatted images from conventional
cross-sectional computed tomographic (CT) data have been increasingly used to better …

Background: The stapes, an ossicle found within the middle ear, is involved in transmitting
sound waves to the inner ear by means of the oval window. There are several …

Imaging plays an important role in the evaluation of the complex anatomy of the facial nerve.
The nerve is affected by a wide variety of primary pathologic processes and may also be …

Anomalies of the course of the facial nerve have been reported in association with middle
and inner ear malformations. Bifurcation of its intratemporal portion is a rare malformation in …

Background: The oval window is an important structure with regard to stapes surgeries,
including stapedotomy for the treatment of otosclerosis. Recent study of perioperative …

The development of the middle and inner ear highlights the intricacy of embryology. As early
as 3 weeks after fertilization, the inner ear begins taking form. This process, along with …

Congenital Oval or Round Window Anomaly With or Without Abno... : Otology & Neurotology
Congenital Oval or Round Window Anomaly With or Without Abnormal Facial Nerve Course …

Abstract Conclusion: Application of the Vibrant Soundbridge to the round window (RW)
membrane can be utilized as an efficient therapy for congenital oval window (OW) atresia …

INTRODUCTION: In children, hypoacusis, or conductive hearing loss, is usually acquired;
otitis media with effusion is the most common etiology. However, in some cases this …