Congenital Cholesteatoma
Congenital cholesteatoma is a collection of skin that forms in the middle ear before birth.
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congenital-cholesteatoma
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Etiology for Congenital Cholesteatoma
Congenital cholesteatoma happens when a small amount of skin becomes entrapped within the middle ear during fetal development.
A congenital cholesteatoma is seen through an intact tympanic membrane (ear drum).
A congenital cholesteatoma is seen through an intact tympanic membrane (ear drum).