Telehealth in treating tinnitus: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: Treatment for tinnitus focuses on supportive therapies. Long waiting times in the National Health Service encourage telemedicine options as an alternative. This study aimed to review the literature on telemedicine in the management of tinnitus and analyse its impact on the burden of tinnitus, long-term, anxiety, depression, insomnia and quality of life.

Evaluating Keratoplasty for Fuchs' Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy: A Literature Review.

Fuchs' endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD) is progressive corneal endothelium dysfunction, characterised by corneal oedema, and potential blindness if left untreated. Keratoplasty is the only definitive treatment to restore vision in FECD, with different surgical techniques being described. The corneal transplant has been described as the most commonly performed and most successful allogenic transplant globally; therefore, it is crucial to dissect it further since a large proportion of the population worldwide is likely to be impacted.

The Risks Associated With Computed Tomography Scans: An Assessment of the Readability and Reliability of Online Text Available for Patient Information and Guidance.

Introduction Computed tomography (CT) scanning has become a fundamental aspect of many diagnostic pathways and therapeutic procedures. However, it is not without risk. Many patients are unaware of the exposure to ionising radiation that is involved with undergoing a CT scan, as well as the associated increase in cancer risk with cumulative exposure.