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Medial meatal fibrosis: current approach

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

Giuseppe Magliulo*
Affiliation:
II ENT Clinic, University “La Sapienza”, Rome, Italy.
Roberta Ronzoni
Affiliation:
II ENT Clinic, University “La Sapienza”, Rome, Italy.
Piera Cristofari
Affiliation:
II ENT Clinic, University “La Sapienza”, Rome, Italy.
*
Address for correspondence: Giuseppe Magliulo, via Gregorio VII 80, 00165 Rome, Italy.

Abstract

Medial meatal fibrosis is a rare entity which is linked to inflammatory and traumatic factors. This pathology significantly benefits from surgical management. Criteria for achieving successful results are strict and concern the complete removal of the fibrous tissue and covering of the bony canal with skin graft. The aim of this paper is to present our experience with this rare pathology and to discuss current approaches.

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Main Articles
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1996

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