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(H60.4) Cholesteatoma of external ear
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451 286 in individuals diagnosis cholesteatoma of external ear confirmed
2 290 deaths with diagnosis cholesteatoma of external ear
1% mortality rate associated with the disease cholesteatoma of external ear
Diagnosis cholesteatoma of external ear is diagnosed Men are 5.89% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis cholesteatoma of external ear
1 318 (0.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis cholesteatoma of external ear
972 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cholesteatoma of external ear - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features cholesteatoma of external ear
Absence or low individual and public risk
Cholesteatoma of external ear - what does this mean
Cholesteatoma of the external ear is a benign growth of skin cells that occurs in the middle ear behind the eardrum. it is caused by a combination of factors including poor eustachian tube function, recurrent ear infections, and poor hygiene of the ear canal. it is characterized by the accumulation of desquamated keratinized skin cells in the middle ear cavity, which can cause hearing loss, infection, and facial nerve damage if left untreated.
What happens during the disease - cholesteatoma of external ear
Cholesteatoma is an abnormal growth of skin cells in the ear that can occur when the eardrum or middle ear become damaged or infected. it is believed that this damage or infection causes a breakdown of the normal skin layers of the eardrum, allowing the skin cells to grow abnormally and form a cholesteatoma. the growth can cause further damage to the ear, including hearing loss, infections, and damage to the ossicles.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the ear
- CT scan of the ear
- Audiometry
- Tympanometry
- X-ray of the temporal bone
- MRI of the temporal bone
- Lab tests to check for infection
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the size of the cholesteatoma and prevent further damage to the ear and surrounding structures.
- Surgery to remove the cholesteatoma
- Drainage of the middle ear
- Antibiotic medications
- Corticosteroid medications
- Antihistamine medications
- Regular hearing tests
- Regular follow-up visits with an ear, nose, and throat specialist
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Cholesteatoma of external ear - Prevention
Cholesteatoma of the external ear can be prevented by avoiding frequent contact with water to the ear, avoiding loud noises, and regular cleaning of the ears with a soft cloth. additionally, it is important to consult a doctor if symptoms such as ear pain, discharge, or hearing loss occur.