Patient characteristics of pediatric inpatients with sensorineural hearing loss: Insights from the 2016 KID database.

Unlabelled: This study examines how patient demographics impact pediatric sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) prevalence using the 2016 Kids' Inpatient Database (KID). By analyzing age, gender, race, income, insurance, and region, the study provides insights for early intervention and diagnosis. Multivariate regression analysis reveals associations between these factors and SNHL occurrence.

The Impact of Patient Factors on Attendance at Remote Telehealth Voice Therapy.

Objective: Although voice therapy is a highly effective treatment for voice disorders, benefits are diminished by poor adherence to appointments. Remote telehealth delivery of therapy may address this problem by improving access. This study investigates attendance at remote telehealth voice therapy and evaluates potential correlation with patient demographics and socioeconomic status.

Understanding pediatric inpatient conductive hearing loss: An analysis of patient demographics.

Objective: Hearing loss is a common sensory impairment in children that affects quality of life and development. Early intervention, such as hearing aids and communication therapies, can help children overcome these challenges and lessen the impact on their development. The objective of this study was to identify specific patient demographic factors correlated with the prevalence of pediatric conductive hearing loss.

Patient Factors Associated with Missed Otolaryngology Appointments at an Urban Safety-Net Hospital.

Objective: To determine if patient factors related to ethnicity, socioeconomic status (SES), medical comorbidities, or appointment characteristics increase the risk of missing an initial adult otolaryngology appointment.

Methods: This study is a retrospective case control study at Boston Medical Center (BMC) in Boston, Massachusetts, that took place in 2019. Patient demographic and medical comorbidity data as well as appointment characteristic data were collected and compared between those that attended their initial otolaryngology appointment versus those who missed their initial appointment.

Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Otolaryngology Applicants and Residents: Recruiting a Diverse Workforce.

Objective: The purpose of this study is to examine the racial and ethnic representation of otolaryngology applicants and residents and determine if there have been any improvements in recruiting a diverse workforce over the past several years.

Methods: A retrospective study was conducted on self-reported race and ethnicity data of otolaryngology applicants to United States residency programs from 2016 to 2022 from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and residents from 2011 to 2022 from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). The changes in proportions of applicants and residents by race and ethnicity separately was compared as well as the proportion of applicants to residents.

Impact of Patient Factors on Attendance at Remote Telehealth Swallow Therapy.

In-person swallow therapy is a primary and effective treatment for dysphagia. However, remote telehealth is now a widely utilized component of healthcare delivery for therapeutic interventions. This study evaluates potential factors influencing attendance at telehealth swallow therapy.

A review of uvulopalatopharyngoplasty for pediatric obstructive sleep apnea.

Objectives: To evaluate existing literature to understand the utility and safety of uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) for treatment of pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

Methods: A literature review was conducted by two authors to search for studies from the inception of two databases until March 1, 2023. Studies in which participants were under 18 years of age and underwent UPPP for OSA or upper airway obstruction were selected.