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What is Malignant otitis externa?

Malignant otitis externa is a disorder involving inflammation and damage of the bones and cartilage of the base of the skull.

  • Malignant = harmful and invasive
  • Otitis = ear infection and inflammation
  • Externa = outer
Alternative Names:

Osteomyelitis of the skull; Otitis externa - malignant

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