The objective of the present work was analyse the modern views of the role of tensor tympani muscle in the development of otic pathology. In this context, the authors discuss tenotomy of the middle ear muscles for the treatment of Meniere's disease, diagnostics and clinical aspects of middle ear myoclonus, and tonic tensor tympani syndrome.
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J Neuroeng Rehabil
December 2024
Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Bath, Bath, UK.
Background: Loss of communication with loved ones and carers is one of the most isolating and debilitating effects of many neurological disorders. Assistive technology (AT) supports individuals with communication, but the acceptability of AT solutions is highly variable. In this paper a novel ear based control method of AT, the concept of 'EarSwitch', is presented.
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November 2024
Middle ear myoclonus tinnitus is an abnormal sound perceived by unusual contraction of the stapes muscle or tensor tympani muscle. The current diagnostic methods include medical history inquiry, physical examination and audiological tests. The diagnosis was confirmed by tympanic exploration of myoclonus.
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August 2024
Department of Radiology, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Aberdeen, UK.
Aim: A case of Eustachian tube dysfunction following percutaneous balloon compression (PBC) of the trigeminal ganglion led us to investigate aural complications of PBC and similar procedures. We aimed to clarify both the physiological effects of compression of the trigeminal ganglion on aural function and the possibility of puncture of the Eustachian tube during placement of the needle.
Methods: We reviewed the anatomy of the Eustachian tube in relation to the foramen ovale and the aural structures supplied by the trigeminal nerve through cadaveric study.
Surg Radiol Anat
September 2024
Department of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland.
Introduction: The facial canal (FC) is an extensive bony canal that houses the facial nerve and occupies a central position in the petrous part of temporal bone. It is of utmost significance to otologists due to its dehiscence and relationship to the inner or middle ear components. The main objectives of current investigation are to detect variations in the reported values of FC anatomy that may occur due to different methodology and to elucidate the influence of age and ethnic factors on the morphological features of FC.
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