Cholesteatoma (P)

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Course Curriculum
1. What is a cholesteatoma? *
2. What is a typical presenting symptom of cholesteatoma? *
3. Which age group most commonly presents with congenital cholesteatoma? *
4. What physical sign may be seen on otoscopy in cholesteatoma? *
5. What is the most common complication of untreated cholesteatoma? *
6. Which cranial nerve may be affected by extensive cholesteatoma? *
7. What is the diagnostic imaging modality of choice for suspected cholesteatoma? *
8. What is the primary treatment for cholesteatoma? *
9. Which complication may arise from cholesteatoma spreading intracranially? *
10. What is the purpose of regular follow-up in cholesteatoma cases? *
11. What finding distinguishes acquired from congenital cholesteatoma? *
12. What is the main risk factor for acquired cholesteatoma? *
13. Why is hearing loss often a presenting feature in cholesteatoma? *
14. Which symptom would most likely suggest cholesteatoma over otitis media? *
15. What is the most common location for cholesteatoma formation? *
16. In children, what screening clue may suggest underlying cholesteatoma? *
17. Which test is used to assess hearing loss in cholesteatoma? *
18. What does 'safe ear' vs 'unsafe ear' refer to in otology? *
19. What symptom would raise suspicion of facial nerve involvement in cholesteatoma? *
20. What is a common long-term outcome of untreated cholesteatoma? *