In malignant otitis externa, which nerve is commonly affected?
Abducent
Facial
Auditory
Vagus
Most commonly facial nerve is involved. Other cranial nerves can also be involved (glossopharyngeal, vagus, spinal accessory hypoglossal, abducens, trigeminal).Ref: PL Dhingra, Diseases of Ear, Nose & Throat, 7th edition, pg no. 55
Ear