Collaural fistula: Our experience

Abstract

Branchial cleft anomalies are congenital, arising from the first to the fourth pharyngeal clefts. The most common is a second arch anomaly. As it is congenital, it presents at birth though may become symptomatic later. The spectrum of anomalies includes sinus, cyst, or fistula formation or a combination of these. Here we present a case series based on first cleft anomalies. The principles of management include early diagnosis, excision of any fistulous tract, and prevention of injury to the facial nerve.

Suppurative thyroiditis, a sign of branchiogenic fistula? Lesson based on a case report

“… Sinuses have an opening to the lumen of an organ or to the outside. Fistulas typically connect a hollow organ to the skin tissue [3] . …”