diagnostic imaging of the ear

Question 1

what are the 3 main radiographic views of the ear and the TMJ

Answer 1

• dorsoventral
• lateral oblique (best for viewing tympaic bullae)
• rostrocaudal with open mouth (best for tympanic bullae)

Question 2

when would you choose to do an MRI or a CTwhen viewing the ear

Answer 2

• MRI favoured for soft tissue components of ear canals, inner ear and brain
• CT favoured for middle ear