Dear Colleagues,

The temporal bone is a paired bone located between the sphenoid (front), parietal (above) and occipital (behind) bones, and is also part of the base and side wall of the brain skull. The temporal bones perform a number of important functions in the human body and are a bone receptacle for the organs of hearing and balance; vessels and nerves pass through its canals. This is a natural defense of the vestibular system and the inner ear, so any slightest damage can lead to extremely unpleasant consequences. So any change in the structure or shape of the temporal bone affects the circulatory system that feeds the brain, or on the organs of hearing and vision, or directly on the human brain itself. In the event of such complications, a quick and most informative diagnosis is important, which is why visualization of the temporal lobe is used. Some of the most common temporal bone lesions requiring imaging include: trauma to the temporal bone on one or both sides; hearing and balance disorders, signs of impaired function of formations passing inside or in close proximity to the temporal bone; otitis, especially of unknown origin; suspicion of a tumor of structures located inside the temporal bone or passing near it; brain abscess near the temporal bone; otosclerosis; mastoiditis; preparation for electrode implantation; ear discharge.

The issue of choosing the optimal method and technique for visualizing the temporal bone is relevant, since the information obtained as a result of the examination allows a decision to be made on further conservative or surgical treatment tactics and their content. Thus, the purpose of the section is to collect the accumulated experience regarding various methods of visualization of the temporal bone in various pathological conditions, the historical aspects of the issue, modern realities, and prospects are outlined. Original scientific articles and reviews in this area of research are welcome.

We look forward to receiving your submissions!

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ekaterina A. Narodova

Section editor