4.3 Limitations
This study had some limitations. All data from the retrospective review
were collected from medical records. While, the imaging data was
reliable, the intraoperative findings relied on the accuracy of the
original documentation. Additionally, the small sample size increased
the likelihood of a Type II error skewing the results. In the future, we
hope to expand the sample size of our center and increase multi-center
research. We hope that this will provide not only accurate data for
future analysis but also reference for the decision of the otologist.
In conclusion, EC-LSC has a low incidence and may be discovered in a
timely manner through preoperative imaging evaluation, which enables
medical personnel to engage in adequate preoperative communication and
intraoperative preparation. During surgery, substantial reliance on
navigational landmarks is required for the determination of anatomical
structures. The timely and appropriate treatment of semicircular canal
fistulas that have already formed is essential to the reduction of
intraoperative and postoperative complications.