• J Laryngol Otol · Sep 2018

    Clipping of sigmoid sinus diverticulum: how I do it.

    • F Hassannia, S D Carr, G-M Busato, and J A Rutka.
    • Otology/Neurotology,University Health Network,Toronto,Canada.
    • J Laryngol Otol. 2018 Sep 1; 132 (9): 837-839.

    ObjectiveTo report two cases of transmastoid clipping of a sigmoid sinus diverticulum.MethodsTwo patients with pulsatile tinnitus resulting from a sigmoid sinus diverticulum underwent clipping at the diverticulum neck using intra-operative Doppler ultrasonography.ResultsAt six months' follow up, both patients reported complete resolution of pulsatile tinnitus with no complications.ConclusionTransmastoid clipping of a sigmoid sinus diverticulum can be a safe and effective method of managing pulsatile tinnitus resulting from a sigmoid sinus diverticulum.

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