[Pathogenic hypothesis of a rare malformation of the stapes]

Rev Laryngol Otol Rhinol (Bord). 1998;119(5):327-8.
[Article in French]

Abstract

We report an exceptional stapedial malformation. The stapes presents here three legs. We propose a pathogenic hypothesis with a supernumerary branch of the stapedial artery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Arteries / abnormalities
  • Arteries / pathology
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Stapes / abnormalities*
  • Stapes / blood supply
  • Stapes / pathology
  • Stapes Surgery