A Simple Technique for Droplet Control During Mastoid Surgery.

This case-control study seeks to devise and evaluate a drape system to control the droplet spray during mastoidectomy.

Prenatal ultrasound exposure and association with postnatal hearing outcomes.

Objective: Prenatal ultrasound exams have become increasingly frequent. Although no serious adverse effects are known, the public health implications would be enormous should adverse effects on auditory development be shown. This study looks to establish a possible correlation between hearing loss and increased prenatal ultrasound exposure.

A multi-institutional analysis of tracheotomy complications.

Objectives/hypothesis: To define the prevalence of tracheotomy tube complications and evaluate risk factors (RFs) associated with their occurrence.

Study Design: Multi-institution historical cohort.

Methods: Data regarding tracheotomy tube complications from consecutive surgeries performed across eight participating institutions between January 1, 2008 and December 31, 2009 were retrospectively collected.