What Researchers Did
Researchers described a rare case of otogenic central skull base osteomyelitis in a 76-year-old man and reviewed the literature on its complex management.
What They Found
A 76-year-old man with a 20-year history of chronic otomastoiditis developed severe central skull base osteomyelitis, which was managed with antibiotics, hyperbaric oxygen, and serial endoscopic debridements. Despite achieving intermittent disease quiescence over nearly a decade, the patient ultimately succumbed to the disease.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection as it describes a single case from outside Canada.
Study Limitations
As a single case report, the findings are not generalizable to a broader patient population.