[Malignant neoplasms of the middle ear in Krakow Otolaryngological Clinic in the years 1962-1994].

In the years 1962-1994, 20 patients were treated with a surgery because of malignant neoplasms of the middle ear. Pathomorphological examination showed rhabdomyosarcoma and squamous carcinoma. After surgery patients were treated supplementary Rtg-th. As a results of treatment 45% asymptomatic 5-years long survivals. A considerable advancement of the disease, late diagnosis and resulting from it nonradicality of the surgery influenced the results. Other reports and own observation advocate combined treatment: surgery and irradiation for radiosensitive malignant neoplasms of the middle ear.