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Hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia with atrophic rhinitis and nasal myiasisEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract: Hypohidrotic/anhidrotic ectodermal dysplasia is a rare inherited disorder characterized by hypohidrosis/anhidrosis, hypotrichosis, dysodontia and heat intolerance. Most common mode of transmission is X-linked recessive, showing complete expression in males, and only partial manifestations in the female carrier heterozygotes. Features like atrophic rhinitis, nasal and aural myiasis, syndactyly, cleft lip and/or palate, mental retardation and immunodeficiency are uncommonly seen in this syndrome. We hereby report a case of hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia with unusual features of atrophic rhinitis and nasal myiasis.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: J. Madana, Deeke Yolmo, S. Gopalakrishnan, S.K. Saxena, A.K. Nath, V. Ilamaran Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals
Bilateral implantation in children with cochleovestibular nerve hypoplasiaEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract: To report on the outcomes of sequential bilateral cochlear implantation (CI) in children with inner ear malformation. The study design is a retrospective case study. The setting is a tertiary reference center. Two children presenting a profound bilateral congenital hearing loss with bilateral hypoplasia of the cochleovestibular nerves and hypoplasic external semicircular canal had a cochlear implant at respectively 16 months and 33 months. A second implant was proposed at respectively 17 and 20 months after the first implant. The main outcome measures are audiometry, perceptive results in closed and open set word...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: N. Oker, N. Loundon, S. Marlin, I. Rouillon, N. Leboulanger, E.N. Garabédian Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals
Kaposiform hemangioendothelioma (with Kasabach Merritt syndrome) of the head and neck: Case report and review of the literatureEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract: An infant initially diagnosed with a parotid hemangioma presented with stridor and thrombocytopenia. Diagnosis of Kaposiform hemangioendiothelioma was confirmed with biopsy. The child succumbed to multi-system organ failure related to consumptive coagulopathy despite aggressive medical management. Kaposiform hemangioendiothelioma is a rare head and neck tumor that may be mistaken for a hemangioma on preliminary diagnosis, which may lead to increased morbidity and mortality especially in the setting of Kasabach-Merritt phenomenon. A platelet count may provide an early and important clue to the possibility of coagu...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Shraddha S. Mukerji, Alex J. Osborn, Jess Roberts, Tulio A. Valdez Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals
Mycophenolate mofetil as a treatment of steroid dependent Cogan's syndrome in childhoodEmail this article to a colleague.
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We report here a pediatric case of Cogan's syndrome, with long term follow-up and complete vestibulocochlear and ophthalmologic examination. During the acute phase, early steroids treatment (prednisone 1mg/kg per day) was effective on ocular lesions and hearing loss. The patient required high steroid doses to maintain remission, suggesting the necessity for steroid sparing immunosuppressive agents. We introduced mycophenolate mofetil (MMF), an immunosuppressive agent mainly used in solid organ transplantation. After steroid withdrawal the patient remained in complete remission on MMF. This is the first report of MMF treatm...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Charlotte Hautefort, Natalie Loundon, Marta Montchilova, Sandrine Marlin, Erea Noel Garabedian, Tim Ulinski Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals
Articulation skills in Turkish speaking children with cochlear implantEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: The results demonstrate the importance of the early application of CI and length of auditory experience with CI in the development of articulation skills.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Sebnem Sevinc, Esra Ozcebe, Ahmet Atas, Sener Buyukozturk Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Impact and risk factors of craniofacial malformations in a Colombian populationEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Craniofacial malformations are frequently encountered among the group of congenital defects. When they present in an isolated fashion, familial history is an important risk factor, although some prenatal factors such as alcohol and some medications may have influence over their prevalence.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ignacio Zarante, María Andrea López, Andrés Caro, Juan Camilo García-Reyes, Juan Camilo Ospina Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
The relationship between chronic otitis media with effusion and surface and deep flora of hypertrophic adenoidsEmail this article to a colleague.
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In this study, superficial and deep aerobic and anaerobic bacterial flora of adenoid tissues were compared in children with and without chronic otitis media with effusion (cOME).Patients and methods: Between 2004 and 2007, family members of children (ages 1–14 years) who were scheduled to undergo adenoidectomy were approached for participation in the study. Of the 180 patients who gave consent, 107 (59%) did not have cOME (Group I), whereas 73 (41%) had had a tympanostomy tube previously due to cOME (Group II). Prior to adenoidectomy, swabs were taken from the surface of the adenoids, and samples of deep tissue for cultu...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ahmet Almac, Sultan Sevik Elicora, Zeki Yumuk, Volkan Dundar, Ayse Willke Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
The high prevalence of otitis media with effusion in children with cleft lip and palate as compared to children without cleftsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Summary: Objectives: Children with cleft lip and palate universally present with otitis media with effusion. This prevalence has not been systematically studied. The purpose of the present study was to examine and compare the prevalence of otitis media with effusion, hearing sensitivity, and audiometry method utilised for assessment in children with and without clefts.Methods: Two groups of children (children with unilateral cleft lip and palate, N=22, and children without clefts, N=20) were followed prospectively and longitudinally from 1 to 5 years of age. Data were collected at four points (1, 1.5, 3, and 5 years of age...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Traci Flynn, Claes Möller, Radoslava Jönsson, Anette Lohmander Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Effects of cigarette smoking on mucin production in human middle ear epithelial cellsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Treatment of CSS on HMEECs increased the expression of MUC5AC mRNAs and proteins which play a major role in OM with effusion.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Jae-Gu Cho, Jeong-Soo Woo, Heung-Man Lee, Hak Hyun Jung, Soon-Jae Hwang, Sungwon Chae Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Image guidance systems for minimally invasive sinus and skull base surgery in childrenEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract: Objective: The use of image guidance for sinonasal and skull base surgery has been well-characterized in adults but there is limited information on the use of these systems in the pediatric population, despite their widespread use. The aim of this study is to evaluate the use of image guidance systems to facilitate an endoscopic minimally invasive approach to sinonasal and skull base surgery in a pediatric population.Methods: A retrospective cohort study was performed at a tertiary pediatric hospital. Thirty-three children presented with complications of sinusitis, tumors, traumatic, or congenital lesions of the ...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Margo McKenna Benoit, V. Michelle Silvera, Richard Nichollas, Dwight Jones, Trevor McGill, Reza Rahbar Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Identification of a novel mutation in the SLC26A4 gene in an Italian with fluctuating sensorineural hearing lossEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract: Pendred syndrome is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by congenital sensorineural deafness, goitre and defective iodide organification. Congenital and profound hearing loss is the hallmark of the syndrome, while goitre and thyroid dysfunction are highly variable even within the same family. Clinical features are due to altered formation of pendrin, a chloride/iodide transporter protein expressed in the inner ear, thyroid gland and kidney. A novel substitution was found in exon 7 of the pendrin encoding gene (SLC26A4) that leads to a stop codon, S314X. The new variation was found in compound heterozygo...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Elona Cama, Maria Stella Alemanno, Emanuele Bellacchio, Rosamaria Santarelli, Massimo Carella, Leopoldo Zelante, Teresa Palladino, Ingrid Inches, Francesco di Paola, Edoardo Arslan, Salvatore Melchionda Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals
New airway and swallow manifestations of Simpson–Golabi–Behmel syndromeEmail this article to a colleague.
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We report on a child with typical facial and visceral manifestations of SGBS. In addition there were complex airway anomalies, swallow difficulties and associated bronchiectasis that have not previously been described. The case highlights the importance of comprehensive airway and swallow assessment in children with this overgrowth syndrome.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Emma Glamuzina, Salim Aftimos, Melissa Keesing, Murali Mahadevan Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals
Knowledge, attitudes and practices with respect to risk factors for otitis media in a rural South Indian communityEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Sociodemographic factors as well as poor knowledge and attitudes and unhealthy practices with respect to risk factors of otitis media contribute to the high prevalence of otitis media in this rural South Indian community. Health education regarding risk factors and provision of accessible health care is essential to reduce the disease burden.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: S. Srikanth, Rita Isaac, Grace Rebekah, V. Rupa Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Pediatric tongue-tie division: Indications, techniques and patient satisfactionEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Frenotomy under no or local anaesthesia is safe and cost-effective, but one-third of children need re-operation. Adequate division of the frenulum is more important than the technique (frenuloplasty vs. frenotomy) used and seems to be easier to achieve under general anaesthesia.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Tuomas Klockars, Anne Pitkäranta Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Treatment of nasal hemangiomasEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract: Hemangiomas are the most common soft tissue tumors of infancy. Almost 60% of these tumors develop in the head and neck region. Nasal hemangiomas, distort human physiognomy and leave long lasting psychological sequelae. Conservative approach (intralesional corticosteroids, laser) may accelerate involution. Proponents of an early surgery suggest that aesthetic improvement during a critical period in child development can be achieved. Fourteen patients with nasal hemangioma were treated during 5-year period (2003–2007) with intralesional corticosteroids, lenticular excision, open rhinoplasty excision, and circular...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: R. Simic, A. Vlahovic, V. Subarevic Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Microbiology of the middle ear fluid in Costa Rican children between 2002 and 2007Email this article to a colleague.
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Abstract: Background: Because the microbiology and susceptibility patterns of middle ear fluid pathogens in children with otitis media change over time, an active surveillance is recommended to establish appropriate therapeutic guidelines.Objective: To analyze the microbiology and susceptibility pattern of middle ear pathogens obtained from Costa Rican children with acute otitis media (AOM), recurrent otitis media (ROM) and therapeutic failure otitis media (OMTF) between 2002 and 2007.Patients and methods: 1108 children aged 2–92 months who participated in various otitis media clinical trials between the years 2002 and 2...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Lara Aguilar, Oscar Alvarado, Carolina Soley, Arturo Abdelnour, Ron Dagan, Adriano Arguedas Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Immunoglobulins and transcription factors in adenoids of children with otitis media with effusion and chronic rhinosinusitisEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: We found that the reduction of IgA in the adenoids was associated with pediatric OME and CRS, and that reduction of expression of the transcription factor BLIMP-1 rather than BCL-6 was associated with CRS.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Young Gyu Eun, Dong Choon Park, Sun Gon Kim, Myung Gu Kim, Seung Geun Yeo Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Interaction of phase variation, host and pressure/gas composition: Pneumococcal gene expression of PsaA, SpxB, Ply and LytA in simulated middle ear environmentsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: T variant is a predominant phenotype responsible for the pathogenesis of pneumococcal OM.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ha-Sheng Li-Korotky, Chia-Yee Lo, Fan-Rui Zeng, David Lo, Juliane M. Banks Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Parent versus child assessment of quality of life in children using cochlear implantsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Preschool children using cochlear implants can assess adequately their own QoL, but parents afford valuable complementary perspective on the child's socio-emotional and physical well-being. Preschool children using cochlear implants rate overall QoL measures similar to hearing peers. A constellation of QoL measures should be collected to yield a better understanding of general QoL as well as specific domains centered on hearing loss.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Andrea D. Warner-Czyz, Betty Loy, Peter S. Roland, Liyue Tong, Emily A. Tobey Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Bilateral simultaneous nasal septal cauterization in children with recurrent epistaxisEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Bilateral silver nitrate cauterization is an effective, feasible, low-cost and preferable treatment method in childhood epistaxis when it is applied in an appropriate concentration and at an appropriate duration in a healthy mucosal environment.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Sevim Aslan Felek, Hatice Celik, Ahmet Islam, Munir Demirci Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
CO2 laser resurfacing of intraoral lymphatic malformations: A 10-year experienceEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: CO2 laser resurfacing appears to be both safe and efficacious in treatment of symptoms related to intraoral LM. Intermittent treatments for recurrent symptoms is expected.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Robert S. Glade, Lisa M. Buckmiller Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Prevalence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children presenting with self-inserted nasal and aural foreign bodiesEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Awareness of possible association between self-insertion of foreign bodies and ADHD is needed and an assessment for hyperactivity/ADHD is justified in such children, especially in those over the age of 5 years.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: H. Perera, S.M. Fernando, A.D.K.S.N. Yasawardena, I. Karunaratne Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
The role of audiological diagnostics in children with cleft lip & palate (CLP)Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: On the basis of this finding, investigation of the benefits of early and routine follow-up for otologic and audiologic status is warranted. Patients with cleft lip and palate should have an intense and detailed otologic and audiologic follow-up to identify any ME pathology/hearing loss so that timely intervention can be taken.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Silky Luthra, Satbir Singh, Anu N. Nagarkar, J.K. Mahajan Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Auditory evoked magnetic fields in children with functional hearing lossEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: Auditory evoked field may be applied to objectively evaluate cortical auditory function in patients with functional hearing loss, but the normal findings for young children have not yet been established.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Naoto Yoshizaki, Tetsuaki Kawase, Nobukazu Nakasato, Akitake Kanno, Takuji Okitsu, Hiroshi Sunose, Toshimitsu Kobayashi Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Recurrent acute otitis media and gastroesophageal reflux disease in children. Is there an association?Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Severe GERD could be implicated in the multifactorial etiology of RAOM in infants and children.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: George P. Kotsis, Thomas P. Nikolopoulos, Ioannis E. Yiotakis, George X. Papacharalampous, Dimitrios C. Kandiloros Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Changes in Doppler blood flow velocity in middle cerebral artery in response to airborne sound in low- and high-risk human fetusesEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: The values of Pulsatility index (Pi) registered by PHS in low- and high-risk pregnancies may be used as differential and diagnostic parameters in fetal auditory perception examination. Fetuses from pregnancies with diagnosis of diabetes demonstrated significantly higher absolute and relative changes of Pi values compared to other groups of examined fetuses.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Lj. J. Dobrijević, Aleksandar Ljubić, Mirjana Sovilj, Ksenija Ribarić-Jankes, Željko Miković, Nikola Cerović Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Tracheobronchial foreign bodies in infantsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: The clinical presentation, diagnosis and management of FBA in 102 infants are presented and certain peculiar features are described. A high index of suspicion coupled with a combination of history, physical signs and radiology is more conclusive than any of them in isolation. Availability of expertise and endoscopic equipment ensures a favourable outcome without significant morbidity and mortality.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: A.M. Shubha, Kanishka Das Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Polysomnography outcomes following transoral CO2 laser microsurgery in pediatric patients with laryngomalaciaEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: The presented concept describes an effective and reliable approach for diagnostics and treatment for laryngomalacia. To objectify the success of supraglottoplaty in patients suffering from severe laryngomalacia a pre- and postoperative PSG seems to be useful and advisable. The present results of PSG demonstrate that children with laryngomalacia to benefit from lasersurgical division of the aryepiglottic folds and/or epiglottopexy. This fact is supported by the postoperative improved clinical aspect.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Andreas M. Sesterhenn, Annette P. Zimmermann, Michael Bernhard, Andrea Kussin, Nina Timmesfeld, Susanne Stiller, Susanne Wiegand, Rolf F. Maier, Jochen A. Werner Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Factors associated with acute otitis media in children due to penicillin intermediately resistant Streptococcus pneumoniaeEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: Recent use of penicillin antibiotics might be a selective pressure for PISP.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: K. Tanaka, T. Matsui, T. Tachibana, T. Ichikawa, Y. Imada, J. Yano Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Facial nerve mapping and monitoring in lymphatic malformation surgeryEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Preoperative facial nerve mapping combined with continuous intraoperative EMG and mapping is a successful method of identifying the facial nerve course and protecting it from injury during resection of cervicofacial lymphatic malformations involving the facial nerve.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Jospeh Chiara, Greg Kinney, Jefferson Slimp, Gi Soo Lee, Sepehr Oliaei, Jonathan A. Perkins Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Prevalence and etiology of congenital or early acquired hearing impairment in Eastern FinlandEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: The prevalence of congenital or early acquired SNHI in the Kuopio University Hospital district area has not changed during a period of 29 years. Despite possibility to test the GBJ2 gene, the proportion of hearing impairment of unknown etiology remained high.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Aarno Dietz, Tuija Löppönen, Hannu Valtonen, Antti Hyvärinen, Heikki Löppönen Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
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A systematic review of concomitant interventions to prevent persistent perforations following the removal of long-term ventilation tubesEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: A multi-centre randomised controlled trial is indicated to validate findings of previous studies and elucidate any optimum intervention to reduce the persistent perforation rate.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: J. Keir, R. Clarke Tags: Review article Source Type: journals
Parental and program's decision making in paediatric simultaneous bilateral cochlear implantation: Who says no and why?Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Although bilateral implantation is thought to produce the optimal auditory outcome, not all patients are suitable, nor do all parents wish to proceed, when assessed for simultaneous implantation. Some of these patients are likely to be candidates for sequential bilateral implantation in due course.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: James D. Ramsden, Vicky Papaioannou, Karen A. Gordon, Adrian L. James, Blake C. Papsin Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Treatment of persistent post-adenoidectomy velopharyngeal insufficiency by sphincter pharyngoplastyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Persistent post-adenoidectomy velopharyngeal insufficiency may be due to anatomical abnormalities of the palate such as an occult submucous cleft, short palate or deep nasopharynx; such conditions may be overlooked during the preoperative preparation for adenoid removal. Speech therapy is an effective method in mild hypernasality especially if there is no anatomical abnormality, while surgical correction is usually needed in moderate and severe cases, and sphincter pharyngoplasty is a useful choice for those patients.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Mosaad Abdel-Aziz, Hazem Dewidar, Hassan El-Hoshy, Azza A. Aziz Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Transforming growth factor-beta receptor type 1 (TGFBR1) is not associated with non-syndromic cleft lip with or without cleft palate in patients of Central European descentEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: Despite the ample evidence supporting the role of TGF-β type 1 receptor as a critically important and widespread morphogenetic regulator of craniofacial development in murine models, our results do not support TGFBR1 as major risk factor for NSCL/P in patients of Central European descent.
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Heiko Reutter, Stefanie Birnbaum, Meinhard Mende, Nilma Almeida de Assis, Per Hoffmann, Amalia Diaz Lacava, Stefan Herms, Bert Braumann, Martin Scheer, Carola Lauster, Gül Schmidt, Franziska Schiefke, Anton Dunsche, Markus Martini, Michael Knapp, Franz-J Tags: Research papers Source Type: journals
Changes in auditory ossicles in rheumatoid arthritis: scanning electron microscopic studyEmail this article to a colleague.
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In conclusion, rheumatoid
arthritis reduces vascularity of auditory ossicles and causes degeneration of articular surfaces.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory OtologyDOI 10.1007/s00405-009-1072-yAuthors
Dusan Milisavljevic, University Clinical Center Nis, Serbia Medical Faculty Nis Clinic for Otorhinolaryngology Bul. Z. Djindjica 52 18000 Nis SerbiaMilan Stankovic, University Clinical Center Nis, Serbia Medical Faculty Nis Clinic for Otorhinolaryngology Bul. Z. Djindjica 52 18000 Nis SerbiaMisko Zivic, University Clinical Center Nis, Serbia Medical Faculty Nis Clinic for Otorhinolaryngology Bul. Z. Djindjica 52 180...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Source Type: journals
Evaluation of Eustachian tube function with perfect sequences: technical realization and first clinical resultsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract The aim of this study was the introduction of a specific class of signals, the so-called perfect sequences (PSEQ), in a novel
approach for sonotubometry of the Eustachian tube (ET). Sonotubometry using PSEQ stimuli was performed on 20 healthy subjects
in order to gauge its potential for clinical applications. In a series of 320 measurements ET opening was probed, which was
induced by dry and water swallowing, Toynbee maneuver, and yawning. All sonotubograms were analyzed with respect to their
shape, increase of sound intensity, and opening duration. In 298/320 measurements (>93%) the subjects rep...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Source Type: journals
Intraoperative modification of a supracricoid laryngectomy to a subtotal laryngectomy with tracheohyoidoepiglottopexyEmail this article to a colleague.
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We report the case of a patient in whom
a planned supracricoid laryngectomy was intraoperatively converted in an extended partial laryngectomy with tracheohyoidoepiglottopexy
for a tumor involving the cricoid cartilage.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Case ReportDOI 10.1007/s00405-009-1081-xAuthors
Rosario Marchese-Ragona, University of Padova Section of Otolaryngology, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties Via Giustiniani 2 35100 Padua ItalyNicola Calgaro, University of Padova Section of Otolaryngology, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties Via Giustiniani 2 35100 Padua ItalyAlberto Tregnaghi...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Source Type: journals
Effects of background noise on recording of portable transient-evoked otoacoustic emission in newborn hearing screeningEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study is a prospective study from June 2006 until May 2007. The study population were
newborns from postnatal wards who were delivered at term pregnancy. Newborns who were more than 8-h old and passed a hearing
screening testing using screening auditory brainstem response (SABRe™) were further tested with TEOAE in four different test
environments [isolation room in the ward during non-peak hour (E1), isolation room in the ward during peak hour (E2), maternal
bedside in the ward during non-peak hour (E3) and maternal bedside in the ward during peak hour (E4)]. This study showed that
test environment significantl...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - September 3, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Source Type: journals
Human β-Defensins in different states of diseases of the tonsilla palatinaEmail this article to a colleague.
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The objective of the study was to determine the concentrations for hBD1-3 in different states of diseases of the tonsilla
palatina. After tonsillectomy and tissue fixation in formalin, total proteins were isolated from 38 samples (11 hypertrophy
of the tonsil, 8 acute tonsillitis, 11 chronic tonsillitis, 8 peritonsillar abscesses). The protein concentration was determined
and ELISA for hBD1-3 were performed. We also conducted immunofluorescence double stainings for the co-expression of streptococcus
group A and hBD1-3. We could verify a significant difference for the mean hBD1 score of the acute tonsillitis in comparis...
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Long-term anatomic and functional results of cartilage tympanoplasty in atelectatic earsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract The purpose of this study was to analyze the anatomic and functional results of cartilage tympanoplasty performed on atelectatic
ears using the palisade technique and to assess the long-term efficacy of cartilage palisades in preventing recurrent retractions.
The records of 54 patients (56 ears) who underwent surgery for atelectasis with or without mastoidectomy from January 2000
to August 2005 were retrospectively evaluated. A successful outcome was defined as complete and intact healing of the graft
without perforation, retraction, or lateralization for at least 36 months after the operation,...
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Theophylline induces changes in the electro-olfactogram of the mouseEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Options for the treatment of hyposmia are limited; available therapies do not provide a long-lasting effect. A recent study
suggests that an unspecific phosphodiesterase inhibitor (PDE-I) increases olfactory sensitivity due to interaction with the
signal transduction in the olfactory epithelium. The aim of the present study was to investigate whether theophylline, an
unspecific PDE-I, evokes changes in the electro-olfactogram (EOG) which would support the hypothesis of a drug-related impact
on signal transduction. In addition, the uptake of topically administered theophylline in the olfactory epithe...
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Rectal catheter as tracheostomy tube introducerEmail this article to a colleague.
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Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Short CommunicationDOI 10.1007/s00405-009-1083-8Authors
Jaiganesh Manickavasagam, Doncaster Royal Infirmary Doncaster DN2 5LT UKBaskaran Ranganathan, Doncaster Royal Infirmary Doncaster DN2 5LT UKJanet Ryles, Doncaster Royal Infirmary Doncaster DN2 5LT UKJeanette McConachie, Doncaster Royal Infirmary Doncaster DN2 5LT UK
Journal European Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477
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EACMFS Prizes and AwardsEmail this article to a colleague.
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The Council of EACMFS wishes to ensure that all members of the Association are aware of the current awards and prizes that are available. These are designed to provide educational support and also to allow the opportunity for trainees and those who have recently achieved specialist status to visit units outside their own departments.
Source: Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery - September 2, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: journals
AnnouncementsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Dear Colleagues, As the Education and Training Officer of the European Association for Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, I would like to draw your attention to the forthcoming educational activities. Courses included in the Rolling Programme of the Association are linked to the EBOMS examination curriculum and cover all aspects related to our specialty and are open to all colleagues working in our field. Trainees are especially invited to attend these Courses. A refund of Euro 150 is available for each EACMFS Trainee Member attending a Course of this Programme.
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Editorial BoardEmail this article to a colleague.
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Fibrous dysplasia of the temporal bone presenting as an external auditory canal massEmail this article to a colleague.
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A 20-year-old male was referred to our outpatient clinic with the complaint of left progressive hearing loss over several years. Otolaryngologic examination revealed a smoothly contoured bony mass bulging from the anterior wall of the external auditory canal (EAC) (). Pure tone audiometry showed left conductive hearing loss and an air-bone gap of 20 dB. High-resolution CT of the temporal bone demonstrated an expansile lesion with a “ground glass” appearance in the left petrous bone, displacing the anterior wall of the EAC posteriorly (). Temporal bone fibrous dysplasia, monostotic type, was diagnosed on the basis of ra...
Source: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - September 2, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Yu-Chien Wang, Yen-An Chen Tags: Clinical Photographs Source Type: journals
