Abstract Purpose Prior studies evaluating Eustachian tube physiology, baseline middle ear pressure (MEP), and the effects of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) have been performed on awake patients. No study…
Abstract Purpose The use of suture anchors has been described in orthopedic, hand, oculoplastic, temporomandibular joint and in aesthetic surgery, but no study reports the use of the Mitek® anchors…
Abstract Objective The study aimed to report long-term outcomes of facial nerve schwannomas (FNS) with favorable facial nerve function by observation, and to discuss about the relationship between initial tumor…
Abstract Purpose To present the outcomes of two patients (three ears) with hyperacusis treated with round and oval window reinforcement. Materials and methods Transcanal placement of temporalis fascia on the…
Abstract Purpose To present the utility of ambulatory anesthesia using manually assisted ventilation via a facemask for tympanic membrane (TM) regeneration therapy in children. Material and methods The study included…
Abstract Objective The objective of this study was to determine whether there are genetic factors associated with Type II congenital smell loss. Study design The expression frequencies of 16 erythrocyte…
Abstract Purpose/objectives Treatment outcomes were analyzed for patients who received radiotherapy for squamous cell carcinoma of the retromolar trigone at a single institution. Materials/methods We reviewed the medical records of…
Abstract Objective In certain cases, the recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN) has to be sacrificed. This often results in an inadequate length of residual RLN to be used in a reinnervation…
Abstract Objective The aim of this study is to validate the applicability of the PolyVinyliDene Fluoride (PVDF) nasal sensor to assess the nasal airflow, in healthy subjects and patients with…
Abstract Purpose To present the surgical technique and clinical outcomes of a novel modification to conventional meatoplasty. Materials and methods All consecutive patients undergoing canal wall down tympanomastoidectomy incorporating the…
