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Cholesteatoma of External Ear
A cholesteatoma which involves invasion of the squamous tissue into a localized area of bony erosion of the ear canal. It may develop spontaneously or as a consequence of infection, trauma or surgery.
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Overview
A cholesteatoma which involves invasion of the squamous tissue into a localized area of bony erosion of the ear canal. It may develop spontaneously or as a consequence of infection, trauma or surgery.
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