Recurrence of Cholesteatoma - A Retrospective Study Including 1006 Patients for More than 33 Years

摘要

Cholesteatomas are benign tumors consisting of skin, and growing inside a retraction pocket in the tympanic membrane. Cholesteatomas can occupy the entirety of the middle ear, and are known for their osteolytic capabilities. Surgery is the only curative treatment for cholesteatomas.