mastoidectomy
Mastoidectomy is the medical term meaning surgical removal of the mastoid.
The treatment for inflammation of mastoid cells is typically referred to as mastoiditis treatment. This may involve antibiotics to clear up any bacterial infection, pain management, and in some cases, surgical procedures to drain any fluid or pus buildup in the mastoid cells. It is important to seek medical attention promptly to prevent complications.
During a mastoidectomy, the mastoid air cells located in the mastoid bone are removed. These air cells are typically removed to treat chronic ear infections or other diseases that affect the mastoid bone which houses these cells.
Opacification of mastoid air cells refers to an abnormal density or fluid accumulation within the mastoid air cells of the temporal bone. This can be a sign of inflammation, infection, or other pathology within the mastoid region, often seen on imaging studies like CT scans. It may require further evaluation by a healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
Sclerosis of the left mastoid air cells refers to abnormal hardening or thickening of the bone in the mastoid region of the skull. This can be caused by chronic infection, inflammation, or other conditions affecting the mastoid air cells. It may result in symptoms like ear pain, discharge, and hearing loss.
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A mastoidectomy is a surgical procedure to remove infected or diseased mastoid bone cells. It is typically performed to treat conditions such as chronic otitis media with cholesteatoma or mastoiditis, which can cause persistent ear infections and hearing loss. By removing the mastoid bone cells, the procedure helps to alleviate symptoms, prevent complications, and improve overall ear health.
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Normal anatomyMastoid air cells are open, air-containing spaces in one of the skull bones.IndicationsAn infection of the mastoid air cells that cannot be controlled with antibiotics may call for surgical treatment.ProcedureA mastoidectomy is the surgical removal of these mastoid air cells; the surgery may extend into the middle ear.Reviewed ByReview Date: 08/03/2010Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine; Seth Schwartz, MD, MPH, Otolaryngologist, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, Washington. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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