Eustachian tube dysfunction and balloon dilation Eustachian tuboplasty
Author(s): Cai Zhenxi, Zhang Weitian
Pages: 150-154
Year: 2017 Issue: 3
Journal: International Journal of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Keyword: Eustachian tube; Dysfunction; Treatment; balloon dilation;
Abstract: The Eustachian tube connects the tympanic cavity and the nasopharynx,it consists of 2 different portions:an osseous posterolateral and a fibrocartilaginous anteromedial portion.Eustachian tube dysfunction results in inadequate middleear ventilation,causing aural fullness and tinnitus.There are medical and surgical treatments,the treatment in common use is insertion of ventilation tubes.Recently,Eustachian tube balloon dilation has been proposed as a potential solution,it is safe,minimally invasive and effective.
Pages: 150-154
Year: 2017 Issue: 3
Journal: International Journal of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Keyword: Eustachian tube; Dysfunction; Treatment; balloon dilation;
Abstract: The Eustachian tube connects the tympanic cavity and the nasopharynx,it consists of 2 different portions:an osseous posterolateral and a fibrocartilaginous anteromedial portion.Eustachian tube dysfunction results in inadequate middleear ventilation,causing aural fullness and tinnitus.There are medical and surgical treatments,the treatment in common use is insertion of ventilation tubes.Recently,Eustachian tube balloon dilation has been proposed as a potential solution,it is safe,minimally invasive and effective.
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