External auditory canal: Inferior, posterior-inferior, and anterior canal wall overhangs

To characterize anatomic variants of the external ear canal (EAC), specifically canal wall overhangs. EAC overhangs are problematic since they obstruct the view of the tympanic membrane (TM) and middle ear, possibly creating diagnostic and surgical difficulties.

Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - April 3, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Kavita Dedhia, Robert F. Yellon, Barton F. Branstetter, Mark Best Source Type: research