ENTtoday: September 2019

CBD, Medical Marijuana Are Enticing, But Have Limited Data

More well-controlled studies are needed to guide clinical practices for CBD and medical marijuana.

The Dramatic Rise in Tongue Tie and Lip Tie Treatment

Many experts agree that the rise in diagnosis and treatment is being led by consumer demand rather than by hard science.

Is There a Connection Between Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline?

Aging is correlated with both hearing loss and cognitive decline, but recent research has looked into a direct connection between two problems, independent of normal aging.

Letter from the Editor: Finding the Balance Between Experience and Youth

Experience and the want for disruptive change are wonderful when used in balance with each other.

Do Training Programs Give Otolaryngology Residents the Necessary Tools to Do Productive Research?

Research training can vary from institution to institution, with some programs geared toward training otolaryngologists in private practice and others geared toward those who want to become academics or researchers.

Why More MDs, Medical Residents Are Choosing to Pursue Additional Academic Degrees

Forgoing an additional academic degree, like business administration (MBA) and public health (MPH), may come at a cost in today’s increasingly complex and competitive healthcare environment.

Rhinoplasty/Septoplasty Patients Require Few Opioids for Postsurgical Pain

Both septoplasty and rhinoplasty are associated with mostly mild pain, and postoperative opioid requirements are quite low.

Does the Intracochlear Position of an Electrode Array Impact Performance?

A look at the major advantages and disadvantages of these electrodes to help guide surgeons considering electrode type.

Understanding the Minimal Clinically Important Difference in Patient-Reported Outcomes

Explaining how to calculate and interpret the minimal clinically important difference of patient-reported outcome measures?

Post-Treatment Persistence of Oral HPV in Head and Neck Cancer Predicts Recurrence, Death

Analysis of tumor type HPV DNA has considerable promise as a biomarker for treatment response and risk of progression.

3D Printing a Key Technology in Head and Neck Surgery Care

As technology and training standards evolve, 3D printing is emerging as a key technology in patient care in Oto-HNS.

Primary Endoscopic Surgery Led to Faster Resolution of Sinusitis Symptoms than Dental Treatments

Comparing the time to odontogenic sinusitis resolution after primary dental treatment versus endoscopic sinus surgery.

Younger Patients with Oral Tongue Squamous Cell Carcinoma Have Better Survival Rates

Despite the rising oral tongue squamous cell carcinoma incidences in young patients, they have improved survival rates compared to older patients.

Hi-Fidelity VR/3D Models Can Aid in Temporal Bone Surgery Practice

A look at the various temporal bone simulation platforms and their best uses.

Curcumin Gum Formula Improves Curcumin Release for Chemoprevention

Enhanced mucosal contact appears critical in improving curcumin release and absorption.