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Isolated agenesis of the mastoid antrum

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

H. A. Saleh ,
G. E. Murty  and
G. M. O'Donoghue
H. A. Saleh*
Affiliation:
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital, Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham.
G. E. Murty
Affiliation:
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital, Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham.
G. M. O'Donoghue
Affiliation:
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital, Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham.
*
H. A. Saleh, 7 Archers Court, Upton, Wirral, Merseyside L49 5ND.
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Abstract

The first isolated case of agenesis of the mastoid antrum, previously only described in association with the congenital syndromes trisomy 13 and mandibulofacial dysostosis, is reported. The loss of this important surgical landmark may result in disorientation and iatrogenic trauma. The surgeon must be aware of its existence, and where it is suspected the middle fossa dura should be exposed and followed posteriorly until the lateral sinus is encountered.

Keywords

Mastoid, antrum, agenesis
Type
Clinical Records
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 108 , Issue 6 , June 1994 , pp. 497 - 499
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1994

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