Blast Injury of the Ear: Historical Perspective

Blast injury of the ear is rarely encountered by the practicing otolaryngologist. The recent world literature on this entity is reviewed. Symptoms, patterns of injury, and clinical course are highlighted and should form the basis of management under acute and chronic circumstances.

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