How do anatomical differences in adult and pediatric eustachian tubes impact balloon dilation?

Dr. Dennis Poe explains the anatomical differences between adult and pediatric Eustachian tubes and how they impact balloon dilation procedures. Dr. Poe also discusses the length and angle changes in Eustachian tubes from childhood to adulthood and emphasizes the importance of the cartilaginous portion in both age groups. He also notes the variability in pediatric cases due to inflammation and hypertrophied tissues, which requires extra caution during procedures.
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