title: The radical mastoidectomy.
abstract: The history, indications appropriate for preparation, and technique of radical mastoidectomy are described. Considerable emphasis is placed on adequate meatoplasty; using meticulous attention to detail, excellent results can be achieved.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D004427:Ear Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D004432:Ear, Middle / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008416:Mastoid / Q000601:surgery*; D008487:Medical History Taking; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D011300:Preoperative Care; D016038:Skin Transplantation; D013518:Surgery, Plastic; D014182:Transplantation, Autologous