Rhinitis Caseosa: A Forgotten Entity.

Rhinitis caseosa, also known as nasal cholesteatoma, is an uncommon disorder marked by the growth of caseous masses of material in the nose and, rarely, the maxillary antrum. This disease can be caused by tuberculosis, syphilis, erysipelas, Strepthrix alba infection, polyp degeneration, or suppuration due to protracted blockage. Patients mostly present with complaints of nasal obstruction with foul-smelling nasal discharge and can mimic features of sinonasal malignancy or fungal rhinosinusitis.

Bacterial Profile and Antibiotic Susceptibility Patterns of Chronic Otitis Media at a Tertiary Care Center in Maharashtra.

Background Chronic otitis media (COM) is a persistent inflammatory condition of the middle ear and mastoid cavity, characterized by otorrhea and a perforated tympanic membrane. The microbial agents associated with COM vary over time and by geographic location. According to the WHO classification of countries based on COM prevalence, India is classified as having the highest prevalence (>4%) due to a national average of 7.

The Assessment of Auditory Function in High-Risk Neonates and Infants Using Brainstem-Evoked Response Audiometry (BERA).

Introduction Hearing impairment in neonates and infants is a critical concern due to its potential to impede language acquisition, cognitive development, and overall quality of life. Brainstem-evoked response audiometry (BERA) stands out as a valuable diagnostic tool. The early detection of hearing impairments is paramount in neonatal care.

Improvement in Pulmonary Function Tests After Septoplasty: A Longitudinal Study.

Introduction The relationship between the nasal and pulmonary systems is rooted in the shared anatomy and physiology of the upper and lower respiratory tracts. Our study objective was to assess the improvement in pulmonary function tests (PFTs) after septoplasty in patients with a deviated nasal septum (DNS). Methods A longitudinal study was conducted at a tertiary care center from October 1, 2022, to March 31, 2024.