Laser excision of glomus tympanicum tumours: long-term results.
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the long-term results of laser excision of glomus tympanicum tumours in a series of patients who had been referred to the senior author (DAM) in a retrospective case review. Nine patients underwent complete excision of their glomus tympanicum tumours using a Diode or KTP laser. There were no cases of tumour recurrence. There were no complications during the peri- or postoperative period. Follow-up time was 31.8 months. In our experience, laser excision can be performed with minimal bleeding and morbidity, and it provides excellent tumour control in glomus tympanicum surgery.
Department of Otolaryngology and Skull Base Surgery, Addenbrookes Cambridge University Teaching Hospitals, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 2QQ, UK. phanidurvasula@hotmail.com
Venkata S P
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Durvasula
Ranit
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David M
DM
Baguley
David A
DA
Moffat
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001301:Audiometry, Pure-Tone; D001844:Bone Conduction / Q000502:physiology; D004428:Ear Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D043604:Glomus Tympanicum Tumor / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D013997:Time Factors; D016896:Treatment Outcome