HEMANGIOMA OF THE MIDDLE EAR

摘要

ABSTRACTA 13-month-old child was seen and evaluated for persistent aural bleeding following the placement of a pressure equalizing tube. A vascular mass was identified in the middle ear space. The radiologic evaluation is discussed. The mass was surgically resected for both diagnostic and therapeutic reasons. Pathologic examination revealed a benign hemangioma. The significance of this diagnosis is discussed.