Publications by authors named "Filippo di Lella"

Background: Intracochlear schwannomas (ICSs) are a subtype of intralabyrinthine schwannomas, completely located in the cochlear lumen. ICSs are particularly rare in the pediatric population. Putative diagnosis is made on the basis of magnetic resonance findings with signal characteristics that should remain the same at follow-up imaging.

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Despite the spread of novel-generation cochlear-implant (CI) magnetic systems, access to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for CI recipients is still limited due to safety concerns. The aim of this study is to assess and record the experiences of Hires Ultra 3D (Advanced Bionics) recipients who underwent an MRI examination. A multicentric European survey about this topic was conducted focusing on safety issues, and the results were compared with the current literature.

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The present video reports the surgical removal of an intralabyrinthine schwannoma. The video contains patient's medical history, preoperative radiological evaluations and detailed description of surgical steps of the procedure, consisting in labyrinthectomy, cochleostomy and insertion of a dummy electrode in the preserved cochlear lumen within the context of a subtotal petrosectomy.

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Purpose: Cochlear implants are usually activated 3-5 weeks after surgery; to date, no universal protocol exists regarding switch on and fitting of these devices. The aim of the study was to assess safety and functional results of activation and fitting of cochlear implant within 24 h following surgery.

Methods: In this retrospective case-control study, 15 adult patients who underwent cochlear implant surgery, for a total of 20 cochlear implant procedures were analyzed.

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Objective: To report the authors' experience in a series of patients treated with cochlear implant (CI) revision surgery due to medical problems.

Methods: Revision CI surgeries performed in a tertiary referral centre for medical reasons not related to skin conditions were reviewed; patients were included if device removal was required.

Results: 17 cochlear implant patients were reviewed.

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Background And Aim: Noonan syndrome (NS) is a congenital disorder characterized by a wide heterogeneity in clinical and genetic features. Hearing loss can frequently occur in NS, although not always mentioned in its diagnostic criteria. We are reporting on a child with an established NS who underwent bilateral cochlear implantation (CI) in the setting of cochlear nerve deficiency.

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Objective: Cochlear fistula (CF) is a rare finding, usually associated with extensive middle ear cholesteatoma. There is agreement on the fact that removing the cholesteatoma matrix on a CF exposes the ear to a high risk of sensorineural hearing loss or dead ear. The aim of the study is to describe the presentation, possible treatment strategies and related outcomes for patients with CF in chronic otitis media (COM).

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Purpose: Aim of the study was to evaluate if the introduction of the imaging checklist TeSLANO would improve the identification of crucial anatomical findings from temporal bone computed tomography (TBCT) scans among a cohort of Otolaryngology residents.

Study Design: Single-blinded prospective cohort study.

Setting: Tertiary care university hospital and referral center for otology and skull base surgery.

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Dermoid cysts (DC) of the head and neck are rare congenital anomalies derived from entrapment of ectodermal cells at lines of fusion in the embryo into mesoderm. We describe a 22-years-old female with an unusual presentation of DC in the subcutaneous tissue of the retro-auricular region, confirmed by pathological examination of the surgically removed specimen. A DC in this region is rare and may be misdiagnosed as a retroauricular lymph node.

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Purpose: To report our experience in performing cochlear implantation under local anesthesia in a group of patients who were deemed unfit for general anesthesia.

Methods: A retrospective chart review was performed to analyze undesirable events and any other discomfort complained by patients during cochlear implantation. Analysis of patient's satisfaction was performed by means of a survey instrument.

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Data regarding safety of bedside surgical tracheostomy in novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) mechanically ventilated patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) are lacking. We performed this study to assess the safety of bedside surgical tracheostomy in COVID-19 patients admitted to ICU. This retrospective, single-center, cohort observational study (conducted between February, 23 and April, 30, 2020) was performed in our 45-bed dedicated COVID-19 ICU.

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The high prevalence of middle ear disease with related hearing loss in Kabuki syndrome requires the diagnostic and treatment expertise of otologists. This case report describes outcomes and changes in the quality of life of a patient affected by Kabuki syndrome with a history of recalcitrant chronic otitis media and mixed hearing loss who had undergone several unsuccessful surgical procedures before solving his problems by means of subtotal petrosectomy and active middle ear implant.

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Objectives: To describe Otolaryngologists' perspective in managing COVID-19 patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) requiring tracheostomy in the ICUs during the pandemic peak in a dramatic scenario with limited resources.

Setting: Tertiary referral university hospital, regional hub in northern Italy during SARS CoV 2 pandemic peak (March 9th to April 10th, 2020).

Methods: Technical description of open bedside tracheostomies performed in ICUs on COVID-19 patients during pandemic peak with particular focus on resource allocation and healthcare professionals coordination.

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Tonsillar lymphoma usually presents as unilateral or bilateral infiltration of diffuse large B-cell lymphomas. We report a case of a 79-year-old man with near-complete obstruction of the upper airways due to T-cell prolymphocytic leukemia cells. Surgical resection was safely performed to reduce burden of disease.

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Objective: To present the first case of osteonecrosis of the external auditory canal associated with sorafenib treatment.

Patient: 58-year-old patient with right-sided otorrhea and otalgia was treated for otitis externa for 1 month without improvement. Otoscopic examination revealed a large defect in the inferior wall of the tympanic bone filled with skin debris and bony fragments.

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Objective: To analyze rate and type of complications in cochlear implant (CI) recipients receiving immunosuppressive therapy following solid organ transplant (SOT).

Study Design: Retrospective case series. English language literature review.

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Background And Aim: As in other syndromes characterized by craniofacial anomalies, middle ear cholesteatoma is known to have a high prevalence in Turner syndrome. The aim of this study was to review a multicenter experience with the surgical management of middle ear cholesteatoma in children with Turner syndrome.

Methods: We retrospectively analyzed sixteen girls with Turner syndrome who underwent otologic surgery for middle ear cholesteatoma between January 2000 and December 2012.

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Objective: Marshall syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by mutations in the COL11A1 gene. This syndrome is characterized by skeletal, ophthalmologic, craniofacial, and auditory abnormalities. Hearing loss is among the main manifestations reported in this disorder being observed in approximately 80% of affected individuals.

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Objective: To report neuroradiologic findings, surgical strategies and clinical and audiological results in a series of children with CHARGE syndrome (CS) who had been evaluated for cochlear implantation (CI).

Study Design: Retrospective case series.

Setting: Tertiary referral university hospital.

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The objective of this study is to illustrate prevention strategies and management of vascular complications from the jugular bulb (JB) and internal carotid artery (ICA) during middle ear surgery or cochlear implantation. The study design is retrospective case series. The setting is tertiary referral university hospital.

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Objective: To report clinical presentation, management and outcomes of a rare complication of cochlear implant surgery.

Patient: A 68-year-old man, affected by profound bilateral deafness because of superficial cerebral hemosiderosis, presented to Authors' Department 8 days after cochlear implant surgery with vomiting, fever, and mental confusion. Brain computed tomographic (CT) scan showed a massive collection of intracranial air from an osteodural defect in the right tegmen mastoideum because of repeated nose blowing in the postoperative period.

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Background And Aim: Cholesteatoma usually arises in the middle ear by the formation of a retraction pocket or a tympanic membrane perforation. In some cases, cholesteatoma presents behind an intact tympanic membrane (ITMC) and the underlying mechanism of its development is controversial. The aim of this study was to describe clinical features, pathogenesis and surgical results in a series of adult patients affected by ITMC.

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Objectives: To describe long-term clinical outcomes of cochlear implantation in deaf children with symptomatic epilepsy.

Materials And Methods: A retrospective data analysis review of patients implanted at the Cochlear Implant Center of the University of Parma, Italy, was performed, searching for implanted children with a confirmed diagnosis of symptomatic epilepsy. Clinical data, imaging findings, pre- and post-operative epilepsy pattern and EEG traces were analyzed; communicative skills were assessed using the Profile of Actual Linguistic Skills.

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Objective: The clinical features and surgical results of "closed type" versus "open type" congenital cholesteatoma were compared in order to analyse the differences between the two forms; whether the morphology of the disease may have a role in the staging systems has been also evaluated.

Patients And Methods: We reviewed retrospectively 95 patients (96 ears) who underwent surgery for congenital cholesteatoma over a 15-year period focusing on the clinical differences between open and closed type congenital cholesteatoma.

Results: Seventy-one patients (74%) had a closed-type and 25 (26%) an open type congenital cholesteatoma.

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