The field of temporal bone histopathology provides critical insights into disorders affecting hearing and balance. Harvested post-mortem, the temporal bones undergo a meticulous process of decalcification, embedding, sectioning, and staining—a cycle that spans approximately 12 months. This slow, detailed examination offers a window into otologic and vestibular diseases through specialized laboratories around the world, where decades of accumulated samples reveal the nuances of these complex conditions. Despite the rich data these studies provide, there remains a gap in synthesizing past findings with the latest advancements to enhance clinical applications.This Research Topic aims to highlight the transformative studies in temporal bone histopathology that have significantly influenced clinical practices in otology and neurotology. By revisiting past research with the benefit of hindsight, contributors are encouraged to reevaluate and showcase the enduring value of their findings. Emphasis is placed on studies that have notably progressed the field, enhancing understanding or treatment of vestibulo-auditory disorders.To ensure a comprehensive exploration of this field, contributions should focus on the following themes:Sensorineural hearing lossCongenital malformationsImpacts of chronic systemic diseases on the auditory systemHistological changes in cochlear and ganglion cells due to various diseasesOutcomes of cochlear and vestibular implantationsComparative studies between human and clinically relevant animal modelsUnique methodological features of temporal bone histopathology that enhance research qualityContributors are invited to submit Review Articles, Original Research, and Case Reports that draw meaningful connections between histopathological findings and clinical outcomes, enriching the neurotologic community's understanding and treatment approaches.
The field of temporal bone histopathology provides critical insights into disorders affecting hearing and balance. Harvested post-mortem, the temporal bones undergo a meticulous process of decalcification, embedding, sectioning, and staining—a cycle that spans approximately 12 months. This slow, detailed examination offers a window into otologic and vestibular diseases through specialized laboratories around the world, where decades of accumulated samples reveal the nuances of these complex conditions. Despite the rich data these studies provide, there remains a gap in synthesizing past findings with the latest advancements to enhance clinical applications.This Research Topic aims to highlight the transformative studies in temporal bone histopathology that have significantly influenced clinical practices in otology and neurotology. By revisiting past research with the benefit of hindsight, contributors are encouraged to reevaluate and showcase the enduring value of their findings. Emphasis is placed on studies that have notably progressed the field, enhancing understanding or treatment of vestibulo-auditory disorders.To ensure a comprehensive exploration of this field, contributions should focus on the following themes:Sensorineural hearing lossCongenital malformationsImpacts of chronic systemic diseases on the auditory systemHistological changes in cochlear and ganglion cells due to various diseasesOutcomes of cochlear and vestibular implantationsComparative studies between human and clinically relevant animal modelsUnique methodological features of temporal bone histopathology that enhance research qualityContributors are invited to submit Review Articles, Original Research, and Case Reports that draw meaningful connections between histopathological findings and clinical outcomes, enriching the neurotologic community's understanding and treatment approaches.