Mycetoma in a mastoidectomy cavity (possible)

Case contributed by Roberto Schubert
Diagnosis possible

Presentation

Left ear pain and discharge 35 years after mastoidectomy.

Patient Data

Age: 65
Gender: Male

Fungus balls with air inclusions in the external auditory canal and a large post-operative cavity in the mastoid. Bony defect of the lateral sigmoid sinus wall.

Case Discussion

Any abnormal body cavity can become the home for non-invasive aspergillosis.

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