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Age related changes in ocular motor testing in healthy subjects
(2015)The aim of the present study was the investigation of age influenced changes in ocular motility testing in healthy subjects. Two hundred and fifty subjects between 18 and 70 years old were enrolled in a prospective study. ... -
Cerebellum and reading
(2007)Background: Traditionally, the cerebellum has been considered to control coordinated movement. However, in recent years it has been argued that it contributes to higher cognitive functions. Objectives: This review aims to ... -
Challenging airways in deep neck space infections
(2007)Skilful airway management is critical in deep neck space infections. Although relatively uncommon, this spectrum of disease presents a clinical challenge for otolarytigologists and anesthetists. There is currently no ... -
'Complementary ENT': a systematic review of commonly used supplements
(2007)Objective: To assess the evidence surrounding the use of certain complementary supplements in otolaryngology. We specifically focussed on four commonly used supplements: spirulina, Ginkgo biloba, Vertigoheel (R) and ... -
Endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy for acquired nasolacrimal duct obstruction: creating a window with a drill without use of mucosal flaps
(2009)Conclusion. Success and complication rates of endoscopic dacrycystorhinostomy (DCR) creating a window with a drill and without using mucosal flaps are similar to those of external DCR. Moreover, any intranasal or paranasal ... -
Excision of rhinophyma with a laser scanner handpiece - A modified technique
(2002)Rhinophyma is a slowly progressive, benign dermatological disorder of the tip of the nose. The most widely accepted theory is that rhinophyma is the end stage result of chronic acne rosacea. The primary reason for excision ... -
Expression of Leukotriene Biosynthetic Enzymes in Tonsillar Tissue of Children With Obstructive Sleep Apnea A Prospective Nonrandomized Study
(2014)IMPORTANCE Cysteinyl leukotrienes (CysLTs) potentially promote adenotonsillar hypertrophy in children with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Previous studies have identified CysLTs and their receptors in tonsillar tissue from ... -
A hemangioma on the floor of the mouth presenting as a ranula
(2008)A painless, bluish, submucosal swelling on one side of the floor of the mouth usually indicates the presence of a ranula. Rarely, such a swelling may be caused by an inflammatory disease process in a salivary gland, a ... -
Is there a role for the otolaryngologist in PFAPA syndrome? A systematic review
(2006)Aims: To define the rote of medical or surgical treatment in patients with periodic fever, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis, and cervical adenitis (PFAPA syndrome). Methods: A Medline search was performed using the terms ... -
Laryngeal manifestations and pediatric laryngopharyngeal. reflux
(2006)Pediatric laryngopharyngeal reflux (PLPR) refers to the atypical, otorhinolaryngological, and respiratory manifestations of gastroesophageal reflux disease in children. PLPR is believed to be an important inflammatory ... -
Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Chlamydophila pneumoniae: a comparative study in patients with nasal polyposis and healthy controls
(2015)Introduction: The role played by Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Chlamydophila pneumoniae in the pathogenesis of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps has been the object of ongoing debate. We used real-time polymerase chain ... -
Ototoxicity caused by once- and twice-daily administration of amikacin in rabbits
(2010)Objective: The cochleotoxic effects of aminoglycosides, such as amikacin, are well-established. The aim of the present study was to investigate the possible differences in cochleotoxic effects between once-daily administration ... -
Tonsilloplasty Versus Tonsillectomy in Children With Sleep-Disordered Breathing: Short- and Long-Term Outcomes
(2013)Objectives/Hypothesis: Adenoidectomy and tonsillectomy (TE) is the standard treatment for obstructive sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in children with adenotonsillar hypertrophy. Tonsilloplasty (TP) is a new surgical ... -
Unusual complications of tonsillectomy: a systematic review
(2007)Aims: Common complications of tonsillectomy are well recognized and are frequently explained to patients during the process of informed consent. This systematic review serves as a reminder of the unusual complications of ...