Olfactory and gustatory dysfunction, evaluation and the impact on quality of life among COVID-19 patients: a multi-centre study.

Background: Olfactory and gustatory dysfunctions are frequently reported symptoms among COVID-19 patients. However, several reports suggested that there might be significant variation in the prevalence and clinical picture of chemosensory dysfunction in COVID-19 patients among different population.

Objective: To study the prevalence of chemosensory dysfunction, recovery time and its impact on quality of life (QoL) among COVID-19 patients in Saudi population.

The Influence of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Hearing Impaired.

Background In this study, we aimed to investigate the effect of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic-induced social restrictions, including face masks, on patients with hearing problems. Methodology This cross-sectional survey study was conducted in an ENT tertiary care center. After signing the consent form, we invited study subjects with hearing disabilities who were using unilateral or bilateral hearing aids to participate in filling out the study survey.

Hemangioma of the External Auditory Canal and Temporal Bone: A Case Report and Comprehensive Literature Review.

Although hemangiomas are common in the head and neck area, they are uncommon in the temporal bone. External auditory canal (EAC) hemangiomas are a relatively uncommon otologic condition. In the English literature, only 29 cases of temporal bone hemangioma have been reported.

Clinical otorhinolaryngological presentation of COVID-19 patients in Saudi Arabia: A multicenter study.

Objectives: To assess the otorhinolaryngological (ORL) symptoms, including their prevalence, severity, and early presentations among coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) patients in the Saudi population.

Methods: This was a multicentric, cross-sectional study carried out on severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 positive patients at 3 COVID-19 centres; Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, King Fahd Hospital of the University, ALKhobar, Qatif Central Hospital, AlQatif, and Ohud Hospital, Al Madinah Al Munawarah, Saudi Arabia. The validated survey consisted of sociodemographic data, general symptoms of COVID-19, and ORL manifestations.

Consistency of Using an Auditory Prosthesis Device Post a Sequentially Implanted Cochlear Implant: Data-Logging Evidence.

Objectives The aim of this study was to explore: 1) the average use of each device in sequentially implanted cochlear implants; 2) whether the inter-implant duration between implants produced any significant difference in the average use of the second implant; and 3) whether wearing hearing aids before the implantation of the second cochlear implant affects its average use. Materials and methods The study included 20 participants with bilateral Nucleus 24 implants (Cochlear Corporation, Lone Tree, CO). Data regarding various variables were extracted and then analyzed with IBM SPSS Statistics for Mac, version 23 (IBM Corp.

FORM24 electrode array and perioperative cerebrospinal fluid leakage in cochlear implant recipients with cochleovestibular malformations.

Background: Cochlear implant (CI) recipients with a cochleovestibular malformation (CVM) are at a higher risk of experiencing an intra-operative cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) gusher and, therefore are at greater risk of developing postoperative meningitis than are CI recipients with normal cochlear anatomy. To control CSF gushers, the FORM electrode array was developed.

Objectives: To assess the ability of the FORM24 electrode array in managing intraoperative CSF gushers and preventing postoperative CSF leakage in a population of CI recipients.

Feasibility and Efficacy of Vibrant Soundbridge Short Process Coupler in Patients With Aural Atresia.

Objectives: Different options are available for hearing restoration in patients with aural atresia. Middle ear implantation with the Vibrant Soundbridge (VSB) has been used successfully in many patients with aural atresia with conductive or mixed hearing loss. The aim of the current study was to assess the safety and the efficiency of VSBs coupled to the short process of the incus in patients with aural atresia with conductive or mixed hearing loss.

New Classification of Cochlear Hypoplasia Type Malformation: Relevance in Cochlear Implantation.

Objectives: This paper attempts to create a new classification type of cochlear hypoplasia (CH)-type malformation taking into consideration of vestibular section and internal auditory canal (IAC).

Materials And Methods: Preoperative computed-tomography (CT) scans of cochlear implant (CI) candidates (N=31) from various clinics across the world with CH type malformation were taken for analysis. CT dataset were loaded into 3D-slicer freeware for three-dimensional (3D) segmentation of the inner-ear by capturing complete inner-ear structures from the entire dataset.

Influence of family environment on the outcomes of cochlear implantation in pediatric recipients.

Objectives: To determine whether family environment and demographic factors such as family income and education produce any significant difference in postoperative performance of cochlear implant (CI) patients.

Methods: In this study, 49 participants who received cochlear implant devices at King Abdullah Ear Specialist Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia before the age 5 years were included. Data were collected between July 2019 and August 2019.

Investigating Facial Nerve Stimulation After Cochlear Implantation in Adult and Pediatric Recipients.

Objectives/hypothesis: Facial nerve stimulation (FNS) can occur after cochlear implantation for a small number of recipients. This study aimed to investigate if a correlation exists between the variables involved in FNS.

Study Design: Retrospective cohort review.

Complications of post-cochlear implantation in 1027 adults and children.

Background: The number of cochlear implant (CI) recipients is increasing so there needs to be greater awareness of possible CI complications.

Objectives: Describe complications of CI.

Design: Retrospective, descriptional.