Abstract: A small series of 14 post-stapedectomy fistulae illustrates the varied aetiology. The long-term competence of the oval window seal may be ensured by making a small hole in the footplate. Contraction of ageing fibrous tissue contributes to late stapedectomy failures. Long-term follow-up is important, for any deterioration in hearing after stapedectomy may result from a perilymph leak.
Publication Year: 1979
Publication Date: 1979-08-01
Language: en
Type: article
Indexed In: ['crossref', 'pubmed']
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