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Metagenome Analysis of Cholesteatoma-associated Bacteria: A Pilot Study
ConclusionCholesteatoma is primarily associated with Proteobacteria and Firmicutes phyla, even in complicated disease. Further studies with a larger sample size are required to validate our findings. (Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 24, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Comparison of Intratympanic Oxytocin and Dexamethasone in Cisplatin Ototoxicity: An Experimental Study
In this study, we aimed to investigate the efficacy of intratympanic resveratrol and intratympanic dexamethasone treatment in cisplatin-induced ototoxicity. We also compared intratympanic atosiban (oxytocin antagonist) and oxytocin in cisplatin ototoxicity. In this study, 30 rats (60 ears) were used by separating into 5 groups. Cisplatin, oxytocin, dexamethasone, atosiban and 0.9% NaCl were administered intraperitoneally to all groups separately. Auditory Brainstem Response and Distortion Product Otoacoustic Emission tests were performed on all groups before and 72  h after the procedure. Pre-treatment values were higher ...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 24, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Branchial Cyst Masquerading as Myositis and Abscess of Sternocleidomastoid Muscle and Necrotic-Cystic Lymphadenopathy
AbstractBranchial cleft cysts are considered one of the most common cystic lesions in neck and are commonly seen in pediatric age group and young adulthood with most of the cases presenting within second and third decade. Here we intend to discuss a case of a 43  year old male who presented with a very short history of a painful lateral neck mass and was clinico-radiologically suggested as either myositis and abscess of sternocleidomastoid muscle or necrotic/cystic lymphadenopathy. An ultrasound guided needle aspiration cytology did not show any microorgan ism thus an excisional biopsy of the mass was done suspecting it t...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 24, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Transcervical Excision of Mixed Laryngocele: A Case Report with Step-by-step Surgical Guide
AbstractLaryngocele is the benign cystic dilatation of the laryngeal saccule which is a blind pouch arising from the anterior roof of the laryngeal ventricle and ascends in the loose areolar tissue of the pre-epiglottic space posterior to the thyroid cartilage. It is a rare clinical entity. We, hereby report a case of mixed laryngocele who presented with complain of both swelling in the neck and change in voice who was treated with transcervical surgical excision. A step-by-step surgical guide to demonstrate intra-operative procedure such that it can be standardized and reproduced by any ENT surgeon was the underlying rati...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 24, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Enhancing BPPV Treatment Outcomes: A Comparative Study of the Epley Maneuver with and without the Dizzy-Fix Training Device
Conclusion: Incorporating the Dizzy-Fix Training Device with the Epley Maneuver significantly improves the management of BPPV, evidenced by faster symptom resolution, enhanced patient satisfaction, and reduced symptom recurrence. These findings underscore the value of integrating real-time visual feedback technologies in vestibular rehabilitation, promising better patient outcomes, and advancing the quality of care in BPPV treatment. (Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 23, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Which is Better in Predicting CT Scores in Patients with Chronic Rhinosinusitis after Medical treatment-Baseline Rhinosinusitis Disability Index (RSDI) or Endoscopic Score?
ConclusionStatistically significant (p <  0.001) association was found between baseline Lund-Kennedy endoscopic scores and Mackay-Lund CT scores post medical treatment. No significant association was found between RSDI scores and Mackay-Lund CT scores. ROC analysis indicated that Lund- Kennedy endoscopy score is a more accurate tool than RSDI score to predict a Mackay-Lund CT scores after medical treatment. (Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 23, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

CBNAAT: An Emerging Xpert in Diagnosis of Head and Neck Tuberculosis
ConclusionCBNAAT has a promising role in early diagnosis of head and neck tuberculosis as well as other cases of smear negative tuberculosis such as MDR TB and TB-HIV and is optimal for the diagnosis of lymph node tuberculosis and helps in early identification and initiation of treatment. Sensitivity of CBNAAT scored twice as high in comparison with microscopy thus doubling the proportion of rapid diagnoses with important effect on the patient ’s outcome. (Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 23, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

An Analysis of the Contaminants on Otoscopes of Otolaryngology Residents: An Observational Study
This study was conducted in a medical teaching hospital in India. Total of 38 otoscopes of ENT residents were examined after taking samples using sterile cotton swabs from otoscope speculum and otoscope head and both bacterial and fungal culture were studied. The study showed that 11 otoscope heads (28.94%) and 11 otoscope speculums (28.94%) out of the 38 otoscopes studied showed bacterial growth. Most commonly isolated bacteria were skin commensals followed by Klebsiella species. Fungal growth was seen in 3 out of 38 otoscope Speculums (7.89%). All 3 fungi isolated during the study belonged to Aspergillus species. Trainin...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 23, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Superior Parathyroid Masquerading as Retropharyngeal Lymph Node
We report a case of incidentally discovered parathyroid gland located in the retropharyngeal space at the level of the oropharynx.Case PresentationThe patient in this report was a 60-year-old female with squamous cell carcinoma of the tonsil T2N0M0 with MRI showing a hyperintense ovoid structure, medial to the carotids at the level of the oropharynx, corresponding to the location of the lateral group of retropharyngeal lymph nodes. Patient underwent transoral ultrasonic radical tonsillectomy along with a retropharyngeal lymph node dissection by the transcervical route. Postoperative histopathology revealed the retropharyng...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 23, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Tympanoplasty can be Concurrent with Adenoidectomy. Tube Factor Assessment
AbstractTo assess changes in middle ear pressures following adenotonsillectomies in children, and to evaluate the possibility of performing tympanoplasty at the same surgical time. Prospective study in which tube function was assessed using tympanometry on the first postoperative day and on the seventh postoperative day after adenotonsillectomies. A total of 39 children aged 6.8  ± 2.6 years were evaluated. On the first postoperative day, 79.5% presented with changes in middle ear pressure. On the seventh postoperative day, only 12.8% maintained this change. Tube dysfunction following adenotonsillectomy is transient a...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 22, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

The Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma on the Healing of Nasal Mucosa After Surgery of the Nose: A Randomized Clinical Trial
ConclusionOur study detects the potential hopeful effect of PRP on postoperative wound healing of nasal mucosa, dryness, and nasal crustations. According to these results, the application of PRP post-nasal surgery can be considered an effective method for maintaining post-nasal surgery Mucosa. (Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 22, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Impact of Epley ’s Manoeuvre on Quality of Life in Patients with Posterior Semicircular Canal Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo: A Pre- and Post-Treatment Analysis
This study assesses the effectiveness of Epley ’s manoeuvre in improving QoL in patients with PSC–BPPV. This prospective analytical study, conducted at a tertiary care centre from January 2021 to December 2022, included 93 adult patients diagnosed with PSC–BPPV via the Dix–Hallpike test. Participants were evaluated using the dizziness ha ndicap inventory (DHI) and visual vertigo analogue score (VAS) at baseline and on days 3, 10, and 30 post-treatments with Epley’s manoeuvre. Data analysis focused on changes in DHI and VAS scores to assess the impact of treatment. The cohort comprised 58.1% males and 41.9% female...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 21, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Reflux Finding Score and Reflux Symptom Index Potential Indicators for Diagnosis and Management of Laryngopharyngeal Reflux Disease
The objective of the study is to investigate the clinical profile of LPR and its response to treatment. Three hundred consecutive patients who presented to the ENT outpatient department with a clinical profile of LPR were selected. The patients ’ symptoms were assessed using the Reflux Symptom Index (RSI), followed by an endoscopic examination of the larynx and scoring using the Reflux Finding Score (RFS). Patients were started on LPR treatment if they had an RSI score of 13 and an RFS of more than 7. The patients were then started on me dication and monitored for three months. The most common symptom in our research sam...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 20, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Systemic Outcomes in Adults Undergoing Emergent Repair of Orbital Blowout Fractures
ConclusionEmergent surgery status is an important factor associated with increased odds of prolonged length of stay in patients undergoing open orbital blowout fracture repair. (Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 20, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Beyond Infancy: Unveiling the Rarity of Buccal Cavernous Hemangioma in a Young Adult Male
We present a case of a 23-year-old male with a progressive left cheek swelling over three years. Clinical examination and radiographic imaging revealed a solid, multilobulated mass in the left buccal and masticator spaces. Surgical excision was performed, and histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis of a cavernous hemangioma. This case underscores the importance of recognizing and appropriately managing rare vascular lesions in adult patients. (Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - April 20, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research