Experience Summary

Observe a dissection of a cortical mastoidectomy procedure for cholesteatoma surgery in a child. This real-patient experience was filmed in Alder Hey Children's Hospital.

Learning outcomes

1. Observe a cortical mastoidectomy with a microscope
2. Understand the 3D anatomical skills required to complete this procedure
3. Revisit key steps involved in the procedure and the equipment needed to safely perform this

External Resources

• Endoscopic versus microscopic surgery for treatment of middle ear cholesteatoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis
• Mastoidectomy - StatPearls article