A Temporal Bone Fracture Involving the Superior Semicircular Canal

Temporal bone fractures typically take the path of least resistance, which is along structurally weakened points such as the various foramina perforating the skull base. The superior semicircular canal has a relatively thicker bony structure than surroundings. As a result, the fracture proceeds otic capsules typically fractures the surrounding structures. Here, we present the first case of a temporal bone fracture involving the superior semicircular canal and demonstrate its high-resolution computed tomography image.