Congenital hearing loss explained in adulthood. Computed tomography of the temporal bone in hemifacial microsomia. A case report.

Authors

  • Dietrich Beitzke
  • Ulrike Wiesspeiner
  • Peter Brader
  • Markus Beitzke
  • Josef Simbrunner

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3941/jrcr.v3i10.302

Keywords:

temporal bone, computed tomography, hemifacial microsomia

Abstract

We present a case of complex hemifacial microsomia (HFM) which was diagnosed at the age of 46 years. Imaging findings of a complex deformity of the temporal bone are presented and connected to a broad range of clinical symptoms. Computed tomography (CT) imaging indications are discussed briefly.

Author Biographies

Dietrich Beitzke

MD.

Ulrike Wiesspeiner

MD.

Peter Brader

MD.

Markus Beitzke

MD.

Josef Simbrunner

MD.; DI.; Ph.D.

Published

2009-09-27

Issue

Section

Neuroradiology