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ArticleBJR case reports2021

Bezold's abscess secondary to os tympanicum cholesteatoma in Goldenhar syndrome.

Matteo Minerva, Silvia Valeggia, Stefano Fusetti, Elisabetta Zanoletti, Renzo Manara, Davide Brotto

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Matteo MinervaDepartment of Medicine - DIMED, Radiology Institute, University of Padova, Azienda Ospedale - Università Padova, Padova, Italy.
Silvia ValeggiaDepartment of Medicine - DIMED, Radiology Institute, University of Padova, Azienda Ospedale - Università Padova, Padova, Italy.
Stefano FusettiMaxillo-Facial Surgery Unit, Neurosciences Department, University of Padova, Azienda Ospedale - Università Padova, Padova, Italy.
Elisabetta ZanolettiDepartment of Otorhinolaryngology Section, Neurosciences, University of Padova, Azienda Ospedale - Università Padova, Padova, Italy.
Renzo ManaraNeuroradiology Unit, Neurosciences Department, University of Padova, Azienda Ospedale - Università Padova, Padova, Italy.
Davide BrottoDepartment of Otorhinolaryngology Section, Neurosciences, University of Padova, Azienda Ospedale - Università Padova, Padova, Italy.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6291-4399
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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectivesThe diagnosis of Bezold's abscess can be challenging especially when craniofacial malformations imply facial and cervical morphological asymmetries. In addition, craniofacial malformations might predispose to the occurrence and atypical diffusion pathways of suppurative processes originating from abnormally developed temporal bone structures.

methodsA 30-year-old female presented with a left laterocervical swelling, worsening over time. The female was affected by Goldenhar syndrome. CT and MRI were performed.

resultsCT revealed a dysmorphic os tympanicum and a deep cervical abscess in continuity with its cavity. Drainage of the cervical abscess was performed but a subsequent brain MRI detected a large cholesteatoma that was removed with left lateral petrosectomy.

conclusionsRadiology has a crucial role in the diagnosis and planning of the treatment of Bezold's abscesses, particularly in syndromic patients. MRI, in this case, helped in diagnosing the presence of the cholesteatoma and consequently appropriately approach the surgical removal.

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