Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Evidence and Controversies

Saturday, October 11, 2025

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

Location: 242

Disclosure(s):

Dennis S. Poe, MD, PhD:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

William H. Slattery, MD, III:

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Michael Setzen, MD:

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Eustachian tube dysfunction is a common diagnosis in general otolaryngology practice. A growing body of evidence suggests the need for a multifactorial evaluation when this diagnosis is being considered, and various options for treatment are available for which the indications and effectiveness continue to be defined. This panel presentation will provide an overview of the currently available evidence related to the diagnosis and management of adult Eustachian tube dysfunction. Presentations will synthesize available knowledge, drawing upon statements from the AAO-HNSF Clinical Consensus Statement. Discussion will feature expert opinions from a well-versed panel, with representation by otologists and rhinologists to provide a balanced perspective of the topic.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 1: Understand the diagnostic evaluation of adult Eustachian tube dysfunction.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 2: Appreciate current areas of consensus in the management of adult Eustachian tube dysfunction.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 3: Recognize where experts agree and disagree regarding the indications for treating adult Eustachian tube dysfunction.

BACKGROUND STATEMENT: There is a need for clinicians to understand the evidence supporting the diagnosis and management of patients with Eustachian tube dysfunction, as new technology and procedure codes are introduced for the treatment of this condition.

Comprehensive Otolaryngology Track Statement : ETD is a pervasive condition that unites the subspecialties of otology and rhinology. Several years of prior presentation in this format have confirmed the broad appeal to Academy meeting attendees.

Moderator(s)

Edward D. McCoul, MD, MPH

Professor and Vice Chair
Ochsner Health
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

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Panelist(s)

Dennis S. Poe, MD, PhD

Professor
Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School
Boston, MA, United States

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Raj Sindwani, MD

Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Cleveland Clinic
Shaker Heights, OH, United States

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William H. Slattery, III, MD

President
House Clinic
Los Angeles, CA, United States

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faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.
Michael Setzen, MD

Clinical Professor of Otolaryngology
Weill Cornell Medical College
Great Neck, NY, United States

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faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.