Sigmoid sinus thrombosis (SST) remains a rare but serious intracranial complication of acute mastoiditis.
How Old Is Too Old for Cochlear Implantation for Congenital Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss?
Earlier age at the time of cochlear implantation in congenitally deafened children has been demonstrated to be significantly correlated to improved outcomes.
Does a Single Dose of Pregabalin Help with Postoperative Pain After Septoplasty?
Pregabalin given one hour before septoplasty decreases postoperative pain and lowers the requirement for postoperative analgesics, with no significant increase in side effects
Is Acupuncture Effective within Otolaryngological Perioperative Care?
Acupuncture has shown encouraging results when utilized within a variety of ear, nose, and throat procedures.
What Antibiotic Should Be Used in Management of Adult with a Peritonsillar Abscess?
Peritonsillar abscess (PTA) is one of the most common deep space head and neck infections.
What Is Role of Imaging in Evaluating Patient Presenting with Unilateral Facial Paralysis?
Imaging is indicated in the initial evaluation of unilateral facial paralysis in the presence of symptoms inconsistent with Bell’s palsy.
Is Acupuncture an Effective Complementary Tool Within Otolaryngological Perioperative Care?
Acupuncture has shown encouraging results when utilized within a variety of ear, nose, and throat procedures.
Is Middle Ear Pressure Affected by Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Use?
Obstructive sleep apnea patients are likely to experience increased middle ear pressure from using a CPAP machine.
Can We Use the Status of One Ear to Predict Eustachian Tube Function of the Contralateral Ear?
There is little physiologic data comparing Eustachian tube function in each ear, but clinically relevant information can be gleaned from studies on surgical outcomes.
What Is the Role of Preoperative Imaging for CIs in Adults With Postlingual Deafness?
There is no consensus on when and which imaging modality should be employed to assess adult CI candidates with postlingual deafness