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Fistula between the external auditory canal and the temporomandibular joint: a rare complication of otitis externa

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

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Otitis externa is a relatively common complication of ear syringing. Temporomandibular joint complications of otitis externa are rare. A case of otitis externa with communication between the external auditory canal and the temporomandibular joint is described.

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Clinical Records
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Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1992

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