Comparing Audiological Outcomes of Conventional and AI-Upgraded Cochlear Implant Speech Processors.

In current age of technology, artificial intelligence is used in the medical field to improve the quality and accuracy in patient care and achieve better clientele satisfaction. The use of artificial intelligence in the field of hearing rehabilitation and cochlear implantation has an immense scope and it enhances the accuracy in placement of electrode array, forecasting site of surgical location and optimization of speech processing. This study aims to compare the audiological outcomes of conventional versus artificial intelligence technology enabled cochlear implant speech processors.

Association of socio-demographic factors with clinical outcome among hospitalized patients in first and second waves of COVID-19 pandemic: Study from the developing world.

Background: Recent disease resurgence in China indicates that corona virus infectious disease is still a pertinent public health problem. We stand at a juncture where we are still unsure about the initial dilemmas regarding its birth, therapies, and the emerging novel strains. Medical literature has focused on the clinical, laboratory, radiological, and therapeutic aspects of disease management.

Role of Pre-Operative High-Resolution Computed Tomography for Surgical Planning in Patients Undergoing Cochlear Implantation - An Observational Study.

Background: Currently preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain and High-Resolution Computed Tomography (HRCT) scanning of temporal bones form part of routine Cochlear implantation (CI) assessment. Pre- operative imaging demonstrates anatomic details or anomalies if any, that prove essential in pre-surgical evaluation of patients. These form a road map for the surgeon to anticipate any difficulty during surgery, to aid in decision making to implant the most appropriate ear, plan surgical technique, or select electrode arrays.

A comparison of the efficacy of narrow band imaging and contact endoscopy in an early diagnosis of squamous malignancies of the upper aerodigestive tract.

Background: This study aims to compare the efficacy of narrow band imaging (NBI) endoscopy and contact endoscopy in early diagnosis of squamous malignancies of upper aerodigestive tract.

Methods: This study was of 18 months duration, sample size 50, and carried out at tertiary care hospital. The patients were subjected initially to NBI endoscopy followed by contact endoscopy.

Ossifying Fibroma: A Case Report of an Unusual Presentation of Angiodysplastic Disease with Review of Literature.

Ossifying fibroma is a nonneoplastic developmental disease of osseous tissue seen rarely in association with Sturge-Weber syndrome. It is a lesion of unknown aetiology, uncertain pathogenesis, and diverse histopathology. The aim of this study is to report an unusual case of in a 11-year-old male of SWS.

Comparison of Intraoperative Neural Response Telemetry Results and Postoperative Neural Response Telemetry Results in Case of Children with Congenital Bilateral Severe to Profound Sensorineural Hearing Loss Undergoing Single Sided Cochlear Implantation.

Aim And Objectives: This study is designed to compare the Intra Operative Neural Response Telemetry (NRT) results with Post-Operative NRT results of the cochlear implanted children, to assess the importance of Intra Operative NRT thresholds in device activation and/or switch on of the audio processor and to evaluate the importance of Intra and post operative AutoNRT results in predicting behavioural thresholds during mapping of prelingual Cochlear Implanted children.

Materials And Methods: A total of thirty (30) children (16 boys, 14 girls) with congenital Bilateral (B/L) severe to profound Sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) were included in this study. Children between the age range of 12 to 60 months were participated in this study.

Complications of Acute Bacterial Rhinosinusitis in Contemporary Practice: Lessons Learnt and the Way Ahead.

There are variable presentations of complications of rhinosinusitis, which may be subtle especially due to use of antibiotics. Thus the classical picture as described by Chandler is rarely seen and threshold for diagnosing and treating a complication should be low. To identify possible risk factors for development of complications in acute bacterial rhinosinusitis (ABRS) and suggest a new method of reporting/classifying the complications.

Sustainability transition for Indian agriculture.

Farming in India faces a sustainability challenge due to its overreliance on chemical inputs. For every US$ 1,000 investment in sustainable farming, a US$ 100,000 subsidy is allocated for chemical fertilizers. Indian farming system is far off the optimal nitrogen efficiency, calling for substantial reforms in policy towards the transition to sustainable inputs.

Assessment of Level of Patient Satisfaction with Day-Care Surgery: An Observational Study.

To assess the level of patient satisfaction with day-care surgery at a tertiary care centre and to find out the different determinants that influence the patient satisfaction. Observational study; Tertiary care hospital in Western India; Patients undergoing Day-care surgery at Dept of ENT from Feb 2018 to Aug 2018; All patients who underwent day-care surgery were given a questionnaire to determine level of satisfaction. On analysis of data according to questions the average score was in the range of 3.

Role of Octreotide in Conservative Management of Chyle Leak Post Neck Dissection in Cases of Head Neck Cancer: A Retrospective Analysis.

Chyle leak is a dreadful complication in patients undergoing neck dissections. Octreotide has been used in the management of chyle leak post neck dissections in head and neck cancer patients. Currently there is no consensus and practice guidelines on the same.

Enigma of otologic immunoglobulin G4-related disease, COVID-19, and uncontrolled diabetes: The unholy trinity.

Otologic immunoglobulin G4-related disease (IgG4-RD) is a rare and a relatively newer pathology. COVID-19, IgG4-RD, and type 2 diabetes, all have independent capabilities to considerably affect the immune system. The immunological effects of COVID are a global conundrum; consequently, the association of this trio (otologic IgG4-RD, COVID-19, and type 2 diabetes), the only reported case in literature, paves the way for a fascinating interplay to explore the knowledge of which would help optimize treatment and improve disease outcomes.

Dermoid Cyst Floor of Mouth: A Diagnostic Conundrum.

Dermoid cysts are benign tumours of ectodermal origin, commonly seen in young. The clinico-radiological presentation of dermoids can be equivocal, like in our case of a teenager who had painless swelling of floor of mouth. Radiological findings were consistent with cystic lesion but histopathological examination proved it as dermoid cyst.

Laryngeal Trauma Managed with Titanium Mesh Fixation: A Rare Case Report.

Laryngeal fractures are though uncommon they can be potentially life threatening. Comminuted laryngeal cartilage fractures are difficult to manage and various fixation techniques have been described in literature. Outcome results of fixation with different materials can be varied.

Different Approaches to the Overlapping Infratemporal Fossa and Parapharyngeal Spaces: a Case Series and Review of Literature.

Parapharyngeal space and infratemporal fossa are 2 overlapping spaces in head and neck which have complex anatomy with vital neurovascular structures passing through them. Tumors of this region are extremely rare but majority of them (80%) are benign. Benign tumors of this region can lead to swellings in facial region, neck and oropharynx.

An Observational Study to Compare Prevalence and Demography of Sensorineural Hearing Loss Among Military Personnel and Civilian Population.

To evaluate the pattern of sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) in patients attending ENT OPD in a military setup as well as to compare the incidence of hearing loss in Military Personnel with civilian population. This observational cross sectional comparative study was conducted over a period of April 2018 to July 2019. A total of 300 patients with hearing loss (HL) were included.

The Effect of Environmental Noise on Consonant Perception in Individual With Normal Hearing: A Prospective Observational Study.

This study was done to identify the effect that environmental noises have on consonant perception of individuals with normal hearing sensitivity. The objectives were to find out the effect of white noise and environmental noises on consonant identification and to find the effect of noises on consonant features. Adult with normal hearing in both ears whose mother tongue was Odia were included.

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Household Economy of India.

Unlabelled: COVID-19 has disrupted the Indian economy. Government-enforced lockdown to restrict the spread of infection has impacted the household economy in particular. We combine aggregates from national income accounts and estimates from the microdata of a labour force survey covering more than 0.

Management outcomes of mucormycosis in COVID-19 patients: A preliminary report from a tertiary care hospital.

Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) continues to be a significant health problem worldwide. The unprecedented surge of mucormycosis in patients with COVID-19 is a new emerging challenge. Although a few studies documenting high incidence of mucormycosis in COVID -19 patients have recently emerged in literature, data pertaining to treatment outcomes in such cohorts is lacking.

Review article on COVID-19 and Guillain-Barré syndrome.

The tale COVID infection pandemic or as far as we might be concerned better, COVID-19, has assaulted society on a worldwide scale. For the unenlightened, the sickness is brought about by the specific infection Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). It is only from time to time that we have a pandemic seething on that has carried with itself a particularly humongous size of harm and on each and every front of the human culture, be it clinical, practical, social or pretty much anything.

Audit of Complications in an Otolaryngology Led Skull-Base Surgical Practice.

 This study was aimed to classify and study complications of surgery of the cranial base, primarily from an otorhinolaryngology perspective.  This study was designed with consecutive cohort of skull base surgical cases.  Tertiary referral academic center.

Incidence of Otitis Media with Effusion in Cases of Head and Neck Malignancies Undergoing Radiotherapy: A Prospective Observational Study.

This study was done to evaluate the incidence of otitis media with effusion (OME) in cases of head and neck malignancies who undergo irradiation, excluding nasopharyngeal malignancies. This prospective observational study was done at a tertiary care hospital. Adult patients of head and neck malignancies treated with radiotherapy (RT) with or without concurrent chemotherapy as definitive or adjuvant therapy from September 2017 to August 2018 were included.

Dermoid Cyst of the Parotid Gland: A Rare Entity.

Dermoid cysts of the head and neck are a rare entity. These cysts are benign cystic malformations and histologically composed of tissues originating from ectoderm and mesoderm. Dermoid cysts usually presents as midline neck mass and rarely appear in lateral region.