Cholesteatoma
Cholesteatoma
Definition
A pathologic process characterized by the proliferation of keratinizing squamous epithelium resulting in the accumulation of keratin and cells in the middle ear and/or mastoid. It may be congenital or acquired. If left untreated, it may increase in size and destroy adjacent structures.
Also known as cholesteatoma, cholesteatoma (disease) — per MONDO
Also identified as
- DOID 869 per MONDO
- ICD9 385.30 per MONDO
- MESH D002781 per MONDO
- NCIT C2944 per MONDO
- SCTID 363668000 per MONDO
- UMLS C0008373 per MONDO
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Craniocervical region | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Craniocervical region | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |