Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg
January 2025
Prominent ear deformity, affecting up to 5% of the white population, is characterized by an absent antihelical fold and conchal cartilage hypertrophy. These anatomical changes can potentially alter auditory function, including speech intelligibility in noise. To evaluate changes in auditory function, particularly speech intelligibility in noise, following otoplasty for prominent ear deformities.
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February 2025
The intricacies of Endoscopic Type 1 tympanoplasty necessitate a bespoke surgical methodology, particularly in graft selection, to efficaciously address individual variances in tympanic membrane (TM) perforations. This manuscript delineates our investigative insights into the nuanced process of graft technique determination before endoscopic tympanoplasty, underscoring the pivotal role of personalized surgical strategies in optimizing patient outcomes. This study encompassed a cohort of thirty patients stratified into three groups based on a constellation of criteria: external ear canal dimensions, dermal characteristics, TM perforation location, and magnitude, alongside assessments of comorbidities and historical chronic otitis instances.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCarbon-supported transition-metal materials have been recognized as efficient bifunctional electrocatalysts for oxygen evolution/reduction reactions (OER/ORR) in rechargeable zinc-air batteries. While the pursuit of high-performance catalysts remains critical, the industrial applications of catalysts and their synthesis methods cannot be ignored. In this work, a self-supported hybrid catalyst is prepared by anchoring cobalt oxide particles on defective carbon papers.
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March 2025
Aim: Prominent ears are a common congenital deformity that can cause significant psychological distress, especially in school-age children. This study aims to evaluate the clinical and aesthetic outcomes of the ''inside-out'' otoplasty technique in addressing prominent ears in children aged 7 to 17.
Methods: A retrospective review was conducted on 20 children (5 boys, 15 girls) who underwent bilateral ''inside-out'' otoplasty.
Background: Tympanoplasty, essential for repairing tympanic membrane perforations, requires careful postoperative care for successful recovery. However, timely access to healthcare guidance can be challenging, especially in rural or underserved areas. ChatGPT-4, an artificial intelligence (AI) tool, offers a potential solution for continuous postoperative support and patient education.
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