Cochlear implantation for single-sided deafness: the outcomes. An evidence-based approach.

The aim of the present paper is to critically review the current evidence on the efficacy of cochlear implantation as a treatment modality for single-sided deafness (SSD), and/or unilateral tinnitus. Systematic literature review in Medline and other database sources was conducted along with critical analysis of pooled data. The study selection includes prospective and retrospective comparative studies, case series and case reports.

Large intraparotid facial nerve schwannoma: case report and review of the literature.

Here is reported an extremely rare case of a large intraparotid facial nerve schwannoma in a 32-year-old female who presented with a parotid mass. There had been a long clinical course and sudden onset of facial weakness. Diagnostic evaluation and surgical management are discussed along with a brief review of the literature.

Perforated appendix and periappendicular abscess within an inguinal hernia.

We report an extremely rare case of complicated Amyand's hernia. A 61-year-old male patient was admitted with clinical signs of incarcerated right inguinal hernia and localised tenderness in the right iliac fossa. He underwent emergency surgery and the operative findings included perforated appendix and periappendicular abscess within a right inguinal hernia sac.