Office-based management of cholesteatoma

While most cholesteatomas are managed surgically, certain cholesteatomas can be managed in the office setting. These include uncomplicated ear canal cholesteatomas that are well-demarcated without bony erosion and select middle ear cholesteatomas that can be readily visualized through a tympanic membrane perforation and do not show evidence of growth in patients unable to undergo general anesthesia. Frequent debridement and close follow-up are important components to managing cholesteatomas in the office.
Source: Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Source Type: research