Predicting Auditory Skill Outcomes After Pediatric Cochlear Implantation Using Preoperative Brain Imaging.

Purpose: Our study used preoperative neuroanatomical features to predict auditory development in Chinese-learning children with cochlear implants (CIs).

Method: T1-weighted whole-brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans were obtained from 17 Chinese-learning pediatric CI candidates (12 females and five males, age at MRI = 23.0 ± 15.

A Nomogram Diagnostic Model for Eustachian Tube Dysfunction in Patients with Tympanic Membrane Perforation.

Objectives: Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) is a common disease associated with chronic otitis media. A standard diagnostic tool for ETD in patients with tympanic membrane perforation is still lacking. We developed and validated a new diagnostic model for ETD in patients with tympanic membrane perforation.

The Role of Trublue Laser in Cholesteatoma Surgery.

Objective: The retrospective cohort study aimed to determine the safety and efficacy of TruBlue laser application in cholesteatoma surgeries.

Methods: All cholesteatoma surgeries conducted from January 2018 to January 2022 in two tertiary referral hospitals in Hong Kong, with and without use of TruBlue laser, were included. Pure tone audiogram was done pre- and post-operatively to assess hearing.

The prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease and laryngopharyngeal reflux in patients with dysphagia after radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal carcinoma.

Background: The prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) in post-irradiated patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is unknown.

Materials And Methods: In a cross-sectional study, 31 NPC and 12 control patients completed questionnaires for GERD/LPR before esophageal manometry and 24-h pH monitoring. The DeMeester score and reflux finding score (RFS) were used to define GERD and LPR, respectively.

A Hybrid Auricular Framework of Autologous Rib Cartilage and a Porous Polyethylene Implant for Reconstruction of Congenital Microtia: A Modification of Nagata's Technique.

An implant (porous polyethylene) is an alternative to rib cartilage for microtia reconstruction but carries a risk of extrusion. To evaluate the outcome of a hybrid framework of implant with rib cartilage for microtia reconstruction. Patients who underwent Nagata's technique for microtia reconstruction were reviewed for complications and aesthetic score.

The Extent of Hearing Input Affects the Plasticity of the Auditory Cortex in Children With Hearing Loss: A Preliminary Study.

Purpose: This study investigated to what extent residual hearing and rehabilitation options (e.g., hearing aids [HAs]) affect the auditory cortex in children with hearing loss.

Endoscope-assisted magnetic helical micromachine delivery for biofilm eradication in tympanostomy tube.

Occlusion of the T-tube (tympanostomy tube) is a common postoperative sequela related to bacterial biofilms. Confronting biofilm-related infections of T-tubes, maneuverable and effective treatments are still challenging presently. Here, we propose an endoscopy-assisted treatment procedure based on the wobbling FeO helical micromachine (HMM) with peroxidase-mimicking activity.

International Survey of Operative Practices for Otologists and Neurotologists During the COVID-19 Crisis.

Objective: To investigate the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on operative practices of otology and neurotology providers internationally.

Study Design: Cross-sectional survey.

Methods: A 78-question survey was distributed to otologists and neurotologists between May 12, 2020 and June 8, 2020 to assess the impact of the pandemic on surgical practices.

Dexamethasone eardrop with grommet placement vs intratympanic steroid injection for sudden sensorineural hearing loss: A randomized prospective clinical trial.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to compare different means of intratympanic steroid delivery in the treatment of idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss.

Design: Prospective, multicentered, randomized controlled trial.

Setting And Participants: Fifty-six patients who fulfilled the inclusion criteria for idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss who failed or were contraindicated for oral steroids were included in this study.

Transcanal endoscopic assisted skull base endolymphatic sac tumor resection: A rare disease with advanced technology.

Endolymphatic sac tumors (ELSTs) are rare, papillary adenomatous tumors that arise from the endothelium of the endolymphatic sac. We demonstrate a difficult case of endolymphatic sac tumor and how it is managed via transcanal endoscopic assisted technique, with discussion of feasibility of transcanal approach to lateral skull base tumor.