Abstract
External ear canal cholesteatoma is a rare condition in otologic practice. A case in a 43-year-old woman is presented in which despite the extensive nature of the lesion, minimal symptoms and absence of signs delayed diagnosis. The cause of the lesion and its treatment are discussed.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Audiometry, Pure-Tone
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Cholesteatoma / complications
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Cholesteatoma / diagnosis
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Cholesteatoma / pathology*
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Ear, External / pathology*
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Female
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Hearing Disorders / diagnosis
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Hearing Disorders / etiology
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Hearing Loss, Conductive / etiology
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Humans
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Keratosis / complications
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Mastoid / surgery