Rhabdomyosarcoma of the temporal bone in children – a systematic review

Key Points

• To examine the role of rhabdomyosarcoma in the diagnosis of persistent otologic symptoms in children.
• Systematic review of existing literature on temporal bone rhabdomyosarcoma in children.
• Analysis of cases presenting with otologic symptoms and associated conditions, such as facial nerve palsy.
• Assessment of diagnostic approaches including imaging and biopsy.
• Rhabdomyosarcoma should be included in differential diagnoses for children with persistent ear symptoms.
• Facial nerve palsy was commonly associated with rhabdomyosarcoma cases.
• Early intervention through imaging and biopsy improved diagnostic outcomes.

Abstract