High And Dehiscent Jugular Bulb in External Ear Canal: A Case Report

Abstract

The high jugular bulb is the common anatomical variation of the jugular bulb in the temporal bone. Encounters with jugular bulb abnormalities during ear surgery are a rare but recognized problem. The case of a 60-year-old male with a subtotal dry eardrum perforation who underwent and elective tympanoplasty and unexpected brisk hemorrhage in external acoustic canal incisions is presented.