Abstract
Program Description: The goals of cholesteatoma surgery are the complete removal of disease while minimizing the risk of recurrence. A secondary goal is to optimize postoperative hearing. This miniseminar features distinguished experts in the field who will present well-established methods of cholesteatoma surgery. Important topics, such as intact-canal-wall versus canal-wall-down surgery, recurrence prevention, use of cartilage, and management of labyrinthine fistula will then be discussed in a case-based format. The role of endoscopes and use of magnetic resonance imaging for detection of recurrence will be discussed. Finally, ossiculoplasty techniques will be presented. Educational Objectives: (1) Perform cholesteatoma surgery as practiced by experts in the field. (2) Examine advantages and disadvantages of endoscopic techniques. (3) Incorporate various methods for preventing recurrence.
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