Hi Dr. Barton, I recently just got a report back that I have a Petrosino apex fracture. Is there anyway I can get in touch with you for a scan review? Would truly appreciate it during this challenging time . Mike
Radiologists overuse the term "mastoiditis". Unless you see enhancement in the walls of the air cells, you cannot be sure that it is inflamed. Sub-total filling of the mastoid air cells is most often bland effusion. I suggest the diagnosis of otomastoiditis only when I see complete filling of the middle ear cavity and mastoid air cells (or when I see mucosal enhancement on MRI).
