Schwannoma of the external auditory canal: a case report
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چکیده
BACKGROUND Schwannomas are uncommon benign tumors of the external auditory canal. The clinical features, the differential diagnosis, and the surgical treatment of these lesions are discussed. CASE PRESENTATION A 51-year-old patient presented with a mass obliterating the external auditory meatus. Excisional biopsy was performed. Diagnosis was reported to be schwannoma by histopathologic examination. CONCLUSION Schwannoma, rarely seen in the external auditory canal, can be managed by a precise excision of the tumor via transmeatal approach.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Head & Face Medicine
دوره 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2007