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20 Imaging of the Ear 20.1 Imaging Modalities 20.1.1 Computed Tomography (CT) • Describe areas of high or low attenuation • Uses conventional X-rays (ionizing radiation) with computer processing of…

12 Ear and Temporal Bone Trauma 12.1 Pinna • Auricular haematoma: risk of “cauliflower ear” if inadequately aspirated/drained • Earring “pull-outs”: repair under local anaesthetic (LA) • Bites/lacerations: washout, debridement,…

29 Epistaxis 29.1 Aetiology 29.1.1 Common Conditions • Atherosclerosis, i.e., hypertensive patients • Anticoagulants, e.g., warfarin • Antiplatelet agents, i.e., aspirin • Trauma (inc. finger picking) • Iatrogenic (i.e., postop,…

15 Hearing Aids 15.1 Principles • A hearing aid (HA) is any device that amplifies sound or assists the hearing-impaired individual (generally considered electroacoustic devices) • Consider when hearing loss…