Cone beam versus multi-detector computed tomography for detecting hearing loss.

Objective: To determine whether the diagnostic value of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) is equivalent or superior to that of multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT) for the radiological assessment of conductive hearing loss with intact tympanic membrane in adults. Evaluation of inter- and intraobserver variability and measurement of the radiation dosimetry associated with each technique were secondary objectives.

Study Design: Prospective, single-center study.

Impact of anti-inflammatory drug consumption in peritonsillar abscesses: a retrospective cohort study.

Background: The experience of clinicians in charge of the in-hospital management of peritonsillar abscesses supports the association between severe forms and anti-inflammatory drug (AID) consumption. However, this observation is based on a limited number of clinical studies. Our objective was to assess the prevalence and impact of AID consumption in patients with peritonsillar abscesses.

Evolution of the reliability of the fully implantable middle ear transducer over successive generations.

Objective: To describe the reliability of the fully implantable middle ear transducer after successive technological changes.

Study Design: Prospective, observational, multicenter study.

Setting: Eight tertiary referral centers.