Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of the Temporal Bone: A Rare Cause of Ear Pain and Facial Palsy

Abstract

A patient with history of Right Chronic Otitis Media – Mucosal type for 6 years presented with a history of right ear pain and deviation of angle of mouth. We proceeded with surgical exploration and a mass was seen in the mastoid cavity. Histopathology studies showed mucoepidermoid carcinoma. Patient underwent post surgical radiotherapy and further CT studies showed no features of residual/recurrent lesion.