Smoothed Cepstral Peak Prominence: A Comparison Between Dysphonic and Non-dysphonic Mexican Adults Employing the Praat Software.

Background Acoustic vocal analysis provides objective and measurable values for various voice parameters, such as fundamental frequency (F0), shimmer, jitter, and the noise-to-harmony ratio (NHR). In severely dysphonic patients, who present increased variability in glottic cycles and abnormalities in vocal intensity, conventional acoustic analysis is an unreliable predictor of dysphonia. The logarithmic transformation of the vocal spectrum (cepstrum) allows capturing the signal without relying on recording technique, frequency, or vocal intensity.

Lingual Abscess in an Adult Patient With Pierre Robin Sequence: A Case Report.

A lingual abscess is a rare but serious infection within the tongue parenchyma, posing significant risks due to potential airway obstruction. Despite advancements in oral hygiene and antibiotics, timely diagnosis and treatment are critical to prevent severe complications. In this case, we report a 29-year-old male with Pierre Robin sequence (PRS) who presented with a four-day history of severe tongue pain, swelling, decreased appetite, and fever, without any reported trauma.

Middle ear morphology and mastoid pneumatization: a computed tomography study.

Background: Mastoid pneumatization is subject to numerous influencing factors including race, sex, and surrounding structures of the middle ear. This study aims to determine the mastoid air cell system (MACS) volume and its relationship with middle ear structures, and the influence of sex.

Materials And Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed analyzing computed tomography (CT) scans in which MACS volume and the Estachian tube length (ETL) were visible.

The Prevalence of the Nasal Vestibular Body in Patients With Nasal Obstruction.

Background and aim Nasal obstruction is one of the most common reasons for consultation addressed by otolaryngologists. There are anatomical, physiological, and pathological etiologies. Sometimes the treatment can become a challenge for the specialist, so a detailed evaluation of the etiologies must be carried out.

Initial evaluation and external validation of 68Ga-PSMA-11 PET/CT in tubarial gland characterization.

Introduction: Radiotracer Ga-PSMA-11 used in PET/CT scans allows for identification and localization of gland tissue. It allows for their consideration in clinical scenarios and to design further and stronger research to answer pertinent questions regarding their function and implications. We aimed to externally validate first reported findings of location, size, and ligand uptake of the tubarial glands using Ga-PSMA-11 PET/CT.

Neurovascular structures in the lateral recess of the sphenoid sinus. A computed tomography evaluation.

Introduction And Objectives: Anatomical variations of the lateral recess of the sphenoid sinus and its relations with the adjacent neurovascular structures should be preoperatively evaluated to plan an adequate surgical approach and avoid iatrogenic injuries. This study aims to analyze the patterns of pneumatization of the lateral recess of the sphenoid sinus and their association with the presence of protrusion and dehiscence of the optic canal, carotid canal, vidian canal, and maxillary nerve.

Materials And Methods: A retrospective evaluation of 320 sphenoid sinuses by computed tomography was performed.

Endolymphatic Sac Tumor as a Ménière-Like Vertiginous Syndrome: A Case Report.

Endolymphatic sac tumors are rare benign neoplasms with locally aggressive behavior located in the posterior petrous ridge of the temporal bone. They cause sensorineural hearing loss and may develop vestibular damage. A 24-year-old male patient arrived at our office with a history of acute vertiginous syndrome, left hearing loss, and tinnitus 1-year ago.

"Chronic granulomatous invasive fungal rhinosinusitis associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection: A case report".

Introduction And Importance: Granulomatous chronic invasive fungal rhinosinusitis (GCIFR) is a rare entity with scarce cases reported mainly in subtropical areas. Its prevalence among individuals with clinical suspicion of fungal rhinosinusitis has been reported in approximately 20% in subtropical populations, unlike North America with a prevalence of 0.5%.

Anatomical and positional variants of the brachiocephalic trunk in a Mexican population.

Background: Brachiocephalic trunk (BCT) variants may have a clinical impact during surgical procedures, some of which could be fatal. The objective of this study was to classify height positions of the BCT and report their prevalence in a Mexican population.

Methods: Patients: A retrospective, descriptive, observational, and cross-sectional was performed using computed tomography angiography (CTA) of adult (> 18 years of age) patients, without gender distinction, of Mexican origin.

Age adjusted normative data for Video Head Impulse Test in healthy subjects.

Purpose: This study aims to assess the effect of age in vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) gain measured by Video Head Impulse Test (VHIT) and to present normative data of VOR gain, median gain at 40, 60, 80 and 0-100 ms, and gain asymmetry according to decades of life in healthy subjects.

Material And Methods: A total of 132 subjects with no previous history of vestibular disorders were enrolled to assess VOR gain by employing VHIT. The test was performed in the X-axis evaluating both horizontal semicircular canals (HSC).

Deep Neck Infections: Demographic and Clinical Factors Associated with Poor Outcomes.

Introduction: Deep neck infections (DNIs) are abscesses located in the profound spaces of the neck and constitute one of the most common otolaryngological life-threatening emergencies. The aim of this study is to review the clinical and demographic data of patients with DNI and identify factors associated with prolonged hospitalization, reoperation, and mortality.

Methods: Retrospective review and analysis of 75 patients with DNI admitted from January 2015 to December 2019 in a tertiary referral hospital.

Sphenoid Sinus: Pneumatization and Septation Patterns in a Hispanic Population.

Introduction: Pneumatization of the sphenoid sinus (SS) varies widely among different ethnic groups. Information regarding the prevalence and significance of SS variants among Hispanic groups is limited. This study aims to describe and analyze pneumatization and septation patterns of the SS in a Hispanic population.

Malignant otitis externa: An updated review.

Malignant otitis externa is a progressive infection of the external auditory canal and skull base. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is the most isolated microorganism and it affects mostly to diabetic, elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. Non-resolving otalgia and chronic otorrhea are the clinical manifestations presented.

Prevalence of facial canal dehiscence and other bone defects by computed tomography.

Introduction: The facial nerve is the most vulnerable structure during otological surgeries. Facial canal dehiscence (FCD) is the main risk factor for iatrogenic injuries. Its prevalence in clinical studies ranges between 6 and 33.

Impact of bilateral nasal polyposis on the interoptic and interzygomatic distance.

Purpose: To identify and determine variations on eye distance in patients with bilateral nasal polyposis (BNP) compared to a healthy control group.

Methods: This is a case-control study that included 20 BNP patients and 40 healthy controls. We included all patients with BNP confirmed by pathology and a computed tomography scan.

Sudden sensorineural hearing loss in atypical Cogan's syndrome: A case report.

The Cogan's syndrome (CS) is a very uncommon inflammatory condition that appears in young adults without a gender predisposition. It can be presented as typical, with interstitial non-syphilitic keratitis and Ménière-like audiovestibular manifestations. An atypical form of CS involves uveitis, scleritis, episcleritis, and systemic vascuitis symptoms.

Anatomical variations of the ethmoidal roof: differences between men and women.

Aim: During the paranasal sinuses surgery different complications may occur, both vascular and bony. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the ethmoidal roof configuration through the Keros and Yenigun classifications, analyzing results stratified by gender and side.

Materials And Methods: We retrospectively analyzed 120 high-resolution computed tomography paranasal sinus study images and measured the depth of the cribriform plate in a coronal view and the anterior-posterior length in a cross section.

Early hearing loss detection in rheumatoid arthritis and primary Sjögren syndrome using extended high frequency audiometry.

The aim of this study is to evaluate the hearing behavior of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and primary Sjögren syndrome (PSS) patients and compare them with a healthy control group and with each other. A comparative cross-sectional study was performed with a group of 117 female RA patients, a group of 60 female PSS patients, and a 251 female healthy control group. Every subject underwent a series of studies including high-frequency audiometry, speech audiometry, and tympanometry.

Extended high-frequency audiometry as early detection of hearing loss in primary Sjögren syndrome.

The aim of the study is to evaluate hearing function by extended high-frequency audiometry in primary Sjögren Syndrome (pSS) and to correlate it with disease activity. All patients diagnosed with pSS were recruited within 1 year. Patients underwent otologic evaluation, extended high-frequency audiometry, tympanogram, and the ESSPRI scale evaluation.

Dyspnea and dysphagia associated to hypopharyngeal fibrolipoma: A case report.

Fibrolipomas are benign lesions conformed by fat and connective tissue, classified as histologic variants of lipomas. They are rarely located in the head and neck and represent less than 0.6% of the benign tumors of the larynx and hypopharynx.

Respiratory distress associated with heterotopic gastrointestinal cysts of the oral cavity: A case report.

Heterotopic gastrointestinal cysts of the oral cavity are benign lesions usually discovered during infancy. Their pathogenesis is not very clear. They are rare congenital anomalies that result from remnants of foregut-derived epithelium in the head, neck, thorax or abdomen during embryonic development.

[Subclinical sensorineural hearing loss in female patients with rheumatoid arthritis].

Background: The rheumatoid arthritis is a clinical entity capable to cause hearing impairment that can be diagnosed promptly with high frequencies audiometry.

Objective: To detect subclinical sensorineural hearing loss in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

Material And Methods: Cross-sectional study on patients with rheumatoid arthritis performing high frequency audiometry 125Hz to 16,000Hz and tympanometry.