Embryonal Rhabdomyosarcoma - A Mimicker of Squamosal Otitis Media

Embryonal Rhabdomyosarcoma - A Mimicker of Squamosal Otitis Media

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Introduction: Rhabdomyosarcoma is the most frequently occurring intrusive soft tissue sarcoma in the pediatric 3 Piece Sectional age group.Orbit is the most common location for a pediatric rhabdomyosarcoma, but it can occur in the oral cavity, pharynx, face and neck in the descending order of incidence.Rhabdomyosarcoma in the ear is extremely rare.

Case Report: A 5-year-old girl presented to the outpatient department of our tertiary care hospital with complaints of foul smelling, non-blood stained right ear discharge of one-month duration and deviation of angle of mouth to the left side of acute onset.Investigations revealed a diagnosis of embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma.Multimodal therapy was carried out, and the child was rendered disease-free after two years.

Conclusion: Embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma of the head and neck mimics chronic otitis media.Early diagnosis is essential to deliver prompt treatment and Medical Tests prevent locoregional spread and metastasis.