Correlation Between Middle Ear Pressure and Eustachian Tube Dimensions: A Radiological Study
This study aims to observe and understand the relationship between the pressure in your middle ear and the dimensions of your Eustachian tube, using radiological imaging techniques.
Data Collection
Collected at a single point in time - Cross-sectionalOther
Utilizing specific methods not covered by standard models in order to address unique research questions.Summary
Study start date: February 1, 2026
Actual date on which the first participant was enrolled.This study focuses on understanding the relationship between the dimensions of the Eustachian Tube (ET) and the pressure in the middle ear. The Eustachian Tube, a small passage that connects the middle ear to the back of the nose and upper throat, plays a crucial role in maintaining middle ear health by providing ventilation, drainage, and protection against germs. The study is particularly interested in children, as previous research has shown that their Eustachian Tubes are shorter and more horizontally positioned than in adults, which might increase the risk of middle ear infections. The goal is to gain insights that could help improve care and reduce the incidence of such infections in children. The study involves radiological examinations to measure the angles and dimensions of the Eustachian Tube relative to other structures in the head. It refers to the 'Reid plane', a neutral head position defined by the world federation of radiology, and the 'tubotympanic angle', an angle associated with certain middle ear conditions. The study also considers the degree of mastoid pneumatization, or the amount of air spaces in the mastoid bone behind the ear. The researchers aim to find correlations between these measurements and the occurrence of middle ear conditions. They suggest that a decrease in the angle of the Eustachian Tube with the Reid plane might be a significant factor in the development of a condition called cholesteatoma in adults.
Protocol
This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.50 patients to be enrolled
Total number of participants that the clinical trial aims to recruit.Other
Eligibility
Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria: person's general health condition or prior treatments.Any sex
Biological sex of participants that are eligible to enroll.From 7 to 18 Years
Range of ages for which participants are eligible to join.Healthy volunteers not allowed
If individuals who are healthy and do not have the condition being studied can participate.Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * healthy tympanic membrane age more than 7 years Exclusion Criteria: * i. Childern before 7 years. ii. Unhealthy tympanic membrane. iii. Patients with any kind of otitis media. iv. Patients with upper respiratory tract infection. v. Previous radiotherapy. vi. Patients with gastroesophageal reflux. vii. Previous temporal bone trauma.