Cholesteatoma's
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Definition
Key Symptoms
Otoscopy Results (Video)
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Hearing Check Results
Cholesteatoma's
A collection of keratinized squamous epithelium trapped within the middle ear space that can erode and destroy vital locoregional structures within the temporal bone. Can develop from a retraction pocket.
Cholesteatoma's: Key Symptoms
1. Discharge 2. Loss of hearing. 3. Dizziness. 4. Feeling of fullness in the ear.
Cholesteatoma's: Actions
Please note: this is for guidance only, and you should always rely on your clinical judgement to ensure your patients receive appropriate care and treatment.
1. Send a remote review to TympaHealth for advice 2. Onward referral to ENT via GP, providing the patient the images and videos you have taken using your TympaHealth device.
Outside normal limits of hearing
Typically, individuals with a cholesteatoma may experience difficulties with their hearing. Consequently, their hearing check results are likely to be outside the range considered normal (with points below the 25dB threshold).
V2 Cholesteatoma's
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Created on December 17, 2024
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Cholesteatoma's
Click on the tabs to find out more.
Definition
Key Symptoms
Otoscopy Results (Video)
Actions
Hearing Check Results
Cholesteatoma's
A collection of keratinized squamous epithelium trapped within the middle ear space that can erode and destroy vital locoregional structures within the temporal bone. Can develop from a retraction pocket.
Cholesteatoma's: Key Symptoms
1. Discharge 2. Loss of hearing. 3. Dizziness. 4. Feeling of fullness in the ear.
Cholesteatoma's: Actions
Please note: this is for guidance only, and you should always rely on your clinical judgement to ensure your patients receive appropriate care and treatment.
1. Send a remote review to TympaHealth for advice 2. Onward referral to ENT via GP, providing the patient the images and videos you have taken using your TympaHealth device.
Outside normal limits of hearing
Typically, individuals with a cholesteatoma may experience difficulties with their hearing. Consequently, their hearing check results are likely to be outside the range considered normal (with points below the 25dB threshold).