The Effect of Total Thyroidectomy on Trace Elements, Namely Zinc and Copper in Patients with Thyroid Diseases.

The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of total thyroidectomy on serum levels of trace elements, namely zinc and copper, in patients with thyroid diseases. In this cross-sectional study, 42 patients with thyroid diseases according to laboratory and fine needle aspiration (FNA) results divided into two groups, including differentiated thyroid cancer group (papillary and follicular) and non-cancerous group (MNG: Multinodular goiter). Before the surgery, blood sample was taken to investigate the zinc and copper levels.

The effect of local dexamethasone on stapedotomy surgery outcomes in patients with otosclerosis.

Background: Some studies have shown a positive effect of systemic corticosteroid on hearing results after stapedotomy, but its side effects can limit its routine administration.

Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of local dexamethasone on the results of stapedotomy surgery.

Material And Methods: Fifty two patients undergone stapedotomy surgery for otosclerosis involved.

The effect of cisplatin-based chemotherapy on hearing loss (the frequency of >8 kHz) in children with cancer.

Introduction: In this study we investigated the effect of cisplatin-based chemotherapy on hearing loss in children with cancer.

Material And Method: In this retrospective study, 20 children aged 6 to 17 years with cancer who were treated with cisplatin and had normal results on initial audiometry test were included. The demographic, clinical, and medical information of all children was extracted and recorded.

The Effect of Electrical Stimulation Therapy on Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor in Patients with Tinnitus.

: The aim of this study was to determine the effect of electric stimulation therapy on brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) in patients with tinnitus. : In this before-after clinical trial study, 45 patients aged 30-80 years old with tinnitus were involved. The hearing threshold, loudness, and frequency of tinnitus were assessed.

Sinonasal mucormycosis during 2 years of COVID-19 pandemic in central Iran: incidence rate and clinical features.

Introduction: As a novel infectious disease, COVID-19 is caused by SARS-COV-2, spreading rapidly worldwide. ENT specialists have faced this challenging disease in various ways since the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are currently facing an increase in cases referred due to sinonasal mucormycosis which is a rare but invasive, rapidly progressive, and life-threatening infection.

The Efficacy of Combined VHIT and VNG in the Diagnosis of Vertigo Caused by Meniere's Disease.

This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of video head impulse test (VHIT) and Videonystagmography (VNG) diagnostic tests in the diagnosis of vertigo caused by Meniere's disease. In this cross-sectional study 20 patients (10 in Meniere's group and 10 in control group) with vertigo attacks were involved. Patients were diagnosed with Meniere's disease (according to clinical criteria) or acute vertigo due to other causes after taking a history, complete examination, audiometry screening, and recording patient information in a pre-prepared checklist.

Efficiency-Efficacy Assessment of External Lateral Osteotomy Technique Versus Internal One in the Rhinoplasty.

In this study we aimed to compare external lateral osteotomy technique vs. internal one in the rhinoplasty. In this before-after clinical trial study 30 patients who were candidates for rhinoplasty involved.

The association between metabolic syndrome and the prognosis of idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss.

Introduction: In this study, we investigated the association between metabolic syndrome and the prognosis of idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss.

Methods: In this prospective cohort study, 79 patients with idiopathic SSNHL admitted to the ENT ward were involved. Patients were under treatment with two-dose pulse methylprednisolone and then oral corticosteroid (Prednisolone 1 mg/kg for up to 2 weeks and more).

Investigating the possible association between thyroid nodule location and the malignancy risk of the nodules in FNA samples.

Introduction: In this study we aimed to investigate the association between thyroid nodule location and the malignancy risk of the nodules in FNA samples.

Methods: In this cross sectional study, 400 patients with thyroid nodule size >1.5 cm, thyroid nodule size >1 cm with micro-calcification, and thyroid nodule size <1 cm with sonographic or clinical signs of malignancy who referred to a training hospital, were involved.

Comparison of the effect of peritonsillar infiltration of tramadol vs dexmedetomidine on post-tonsillectomy pain.

Introduction: This study aimed to comparing the effect of peritonsillar infiltration of tramadol and dexmedetomidine in relieving post-tonsillectomy pain.

Methods: In this randomized double blinded clinical trial study, 90 children 5-12 years old undergoing tonsillectomy, involved. Induction of anesthesia was done by fentanyl 1 µg/kg, sodium thiopental 5 mg/kg and atracurium 0.

Correlation of Serum Vitamin D Levels with Chronic Rhinosinusitis Disease Severity.

Introduction: The present study was conducted to investigate the association between the serum vitamin D levels and severity of disease in chronic rhino sinusitis (CRS) patients.

Materials And Methods: This prospective cross-sectional study was conducted on a total of 93 patients suffering from chronic rhino sinusitis with nasal polyposis (CRS w NP). Serum level of 25-hydroxyvitamin D was detected using a simple blood test.

Changes in elastic properties of the nasal tip using Columellar strut graft versus tongue-in-groove method over one year after rhinoplasty.

Introduction: In this study, we decided to investigate the changes in elasticity of the nasal tip using Columellar strut graft versus toung in groove method over a year after rhinoplasty.

Materials And Methods: In this before-after randomized clinical trial study, 44 candidates for rhinoplasty were enrolled Columellar strut graft group (n = 22) and toung in groove group (n = 22). Also 22 patients who referred to ENT clinic without any previous rhinoplasty and without any decision for it during the next year, considered as control group.

The Effect of Gelfoam Impregnated With Botulinum Toxin on Allergic Rhinitis.

Introduction: This study evaluated the effect of gelfoam impregnated with botulinum toxin on the symptoms induced by allergic rhinitis.

Materials And Methods: In total, 30 patients with allergic rhinitis who did not respond to common therapies were included in this clinical trial study. All patients were treated with intranasal gelfoam impregnated with botulinum toxin type a (40 unit in each side) placed in the middle meatus of each nostril.

Effect of Cold Diet and Diet at Room Temperature on Post-Tonsillectomy Pain in Children.

Introduction: The present study aimed to compare the effect of cold diet and diet at room temperature on post-tonsillectomy pain in children.

Materials And Methods: In the present study a total of 120 children within the age range of 4-12 years who underwent tonsillectomy were randomly assigned to two groups, namely group C with a cold-served diet and group room temperaturewith a room-temperature-served diet postoperatively. Each patient's post-operative pain was evaluated using the Face, Legs, Activity, Cry, Consolability (FLACC) scale prior to oral diet initiation after the operation, before thesecond acetaminophen dose, before the next day breakfast, and before discharge.

Comparison of Accuracy of Subjective Measurement of Tip-Supra Tip Difference During Rhinoplasty Between Plastic Surgeons.

Introduction: This study compared the subjective measurement of difference between the nasal tip and supra tip (TSD) (using eyes) versus objective measurement of TSD (by a ruler) during rhinoplastic surgery to determine the accuracy of subjective measurements among surgeons with varying degrees of experience.

Materials And Methods: In this analytical observational study, 40 cosmetic rhinoplasty candidates were involved. Those with the history of rhinoplastic surgery were excluded from the study.

Changes in Nasal Tip and Lateral Nostril Characteristics After the Semi-Tongue-in-Groove Technique in Open Rhinoplasty Surgery.

Introduction: This study aimed to evaluate postsurgical changes of nasal tip and lateral nostril characteristics after semi-tongue-in-groove (TIG) technique in open rhinoplasty surgery.

Materials And Methods: This prospective observational study was performed in a before-after setting on 22 patients who underwent open rhinoplasty surgery using semi-TIG technique. Postoperative photographs were analyzed for nasal tip and lateral nostril changes at several time points (1, 4, and 12 weeks after surgery) and were compared with preoperative photographs.

The relationship between endoscopic and radiologic findings and olfactory status of patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps before and after the endoscopic sinus surgery.

Introduction: This study was attempted to investigate the relationship between radiologic and endoscopic findings and pre- and post-operative olfactory scores in chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps.

Materials And Methods: In this study, 40 patients aged 19-64 years with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) undergoing endoscopic sinus surgery were involved. The patients' olfactory status was evaluated using Smell Identification Test (Iran SIT) before and 3 months after the surgery.

The Effect of Spreader Graft and Mattress Suture Technique on Rhinoplasty in Patients With Nasal Hump Smaller Than 3 mm.

Introduction: Rhinoplasty is a common plastic surgery that potentially has some complications such as postoperative deformities and breathing problems. A humpy nose is among the main reasons for rhinoplasty. Nasal valve (the narrowest part of the nasal airway) collapse may be occurred after nasal hump removal.

The Role of Immunological Factors on Sudden Sensoryneural Hearing Loss.

Introduction: In this study, we examined the role of immunological factors on sudden sensory neural hearing loss (SSNHL).

Materials And Methods: This prospective case-controlled study was performed in patients with SSNHL who referred to the ear, nose, and throat (ENT) ward. Fifty-six patients with SSNHLoccurring within a 72-hr period were selected as the case group and 56 participants who had no recent history of disease were assigned to the control group.

Pneumocephalus after Tympanomastoidectomy: A Case Presentation.

Introduction: Pneumocephalus is the presence of air or gas within the cranial cavity. It can occur following otorhinolaryngological procedures. A small pneumocephalus spontaneously heals without any treatment.

Comparing nasal packing with trans-septal suturing following septoplasty: a randomized clinical trial.

It has been shown that nasal packing after septoplasty is associated with several complications. Our aim was to compare post-septoplasty nasal packing and trans-septal suturing, in terms of complications and outcome of operation. This randomized clinical trial was performed on patients with deviated nasal septum who were candidates for septoplasty.

Estimation of sensitivity and specificity of brain magnetic resonance imaging and single photon emission computed tomography in the diagnosis of olfactory dysfunction after head traumas.

Background: Olfactory dysfunction has an incidence of 5-10% after head injury. Several objective and subjective tests had been proposed. Recent studies showed that brain single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) and brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) have good diagnostic value in this era in which the most common sites of involvement were olfactory bulb and olfactory nerve in MRI and frontal lobe in SPECT.

Frequency of Hearing Impairment among Full-term Newborns in Yazd, Iran.

Objective: Permanent congenital hearing loss, a common congenital anomaly, may affect speech and language acquisition, academic achievement and social development. Current standards emphasize early recognition of congenital hearing loss. This study was conducted to find the prevalence of hearing impairment in term newborns in Yazd, Iran.

Prevention of adhesion after endoscopic sinus surgery: role of mitomycin C.

Adhesions after endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) are a potential cause of surgical failure. Mitomycin-C (MMC) is recently proposed as a solution for these adhesions. This study was performed to investigate the effect of Mitomycin C in reducing scar formation and adhesion in the nasal mucosa after endoscopic nasal surgery.