A new animal model for Ménière's disease.

abstract：:Background: It is beneficial for CI patients listen to music. However it is necessary to take steps to improve the musicality of CI patients.Objectives: The aims of the study were to evaluate the primary musicality of children with cochlear implants versus those with normal hearing.Material and methods: Children parti...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Wang M,Xu T,Zhong Y,Zheng Y,Lv J,Luo J,Meng C,Guo Q,Gong S,Chen X

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSIONS:We suggest that age-induced changes of serotonin, N-methyl-d-aspartate receptor (NMDAR), and glutamate decarboxylase (GAD) expression in rats are dependent on the specific location in the central auditory system (CAS). OBJECTIVES:Despite the importance of understanding changes in neurotransmitters during p...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Shim HJ,Lee LH,Huh Y,Lee SY,Yeo SG

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSION:Chronic subjective dizziness (CSD) is frequent and affects twice as many women as men. Anxiety is a strong predisposing factor. The pathophysiologic concept of this disorder assumes that balance function and emotion share common neurologic pathways, which might explain that the balance disorder can provoke f...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Odman M,Maire R

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSIONS:The midfacial degloving approach is a favorable option for advanced sinonasal inverted papilloma with a fair recurrence rate, and can replace the lateral rhinotomy approach, which is considered too invasive for benign tumor due to its facial scar. OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to assess the treatment outcomes...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Kim WS,Hyun DW,Kim CH,Yoon JH

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSIONS:Analysis of the complete mtDNA genome and X-linkage of this five-generation Chinese family revealed that the 1555A > G mutation may lead to deafness. OBJECTIVES:Mutations in mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) have been found to be associated with sensorineural hearing loss. However, the variable clinical phenotype ...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Men M,Jiang L,Wang H,Liu Y,Hu Z,He C,Feng Y

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSION:Diazepam can reduce the excitability of lateral amygdala and eventually suppress the excitability of the auditory cortex in rats following salicylate treatment, indicating the regulating effect of lateral amygdala to the auditory cortex in the tinnitus procedure. OBJECTIVE:To study the spontaneous firing ra...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Song Y,Liu J,Ma F,Mao L

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mononuclear host cells isolated from primary laryngeal carcinoma were assessed by means of indirect immunofluorescence with a panel of monoclonal antibodies against various lymphocyte subsets and macrophages. Tumours of various staging groups were examined in parallel with cells isolated from patient and donor periphe...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Zeromski J,Pietrzak J,Szmeja Z,Jezewska E,Górny MK,Kruk-Zagajewska A

更新日期：1988-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSION:The degree of contrast enhancement of the cochlea after intratympanic administration of meglumine gadopentetate (Gd-DTPA) or gadodiamide hydrate (Gd-DTPA-BMA) varies widely among patients with inner ear diseases. There was no morphological change in the stria vascularis after Gd-DTPA or Gd-DTPA-BMA was place...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Suzuki H,Teranishi M,Naganawa S,Nakata S,Sone M,Nakashima T

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSION:The results show that the DUET2 offers users speech perception that is equivalent to or better than the DUET. Moreover, the DUET2 offers subjective benefits above those provided by the DUET. BACKGROUND:The DUET is a combination of hearing aid and CI in one device for electric acoustic stimulation. Since its...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Kleine Punte A,Mertens G,Cochet E,De Bodt M,Van de Heyning P

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this double-blind, randomized, multicenter study was to compare the efficacy of betahistine dihydrochloride (BH) and flunarizine (FL) using the Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI), a validated self-assessment questionnaire that has not previously been used in a clinical trial to evaluate antivertigo...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Albera R,Ciuffolotti R,Di Cicco M,De Benedittis G,Grazioli I,Melzi G,Mira E,Pallestrini E,Passali D,Serra A,Vicini C

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSION:A simple measuring box to determine lip-shift angle and eye-width narrowing offered simultaneous and objective data on outcome dysfunction. The method is as easy as visual approaches. The method is objective and as easy as visual access. It is practical for routine clinical use in any clinic. OBJECTIVES:The...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Saito H

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSIONS:We used a feedback method, based on a blood pressure manometer with inflatable cuff, to control the sternocleidomastoid muscle (SCM) contraction. To obtain comparable left-right VEMP responses, it is necessary (1) to determine which cuff pressures on both sides yield identical mean rectified voltage (MRV) v...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Vanspauwen R,Wuyts FL,Van De Heyning PH

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSIONS:We conclude that: (1) among several cues examined, the monaural cue of direct-to-reverberant (D/R) ratio in the ipsilateral ear provides the most information about sound-source distance; (2) interaural level difference (ILD) provides less information about sound-source distance; and (3) a comprehensive theo...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Kim DO,Moiseff A,Turner JB,Gull J

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An analysis of auditory brainstem response (ABR) thresholds and ABR-based frequency tuning curves was performed in 15 Sprague-Dawley rats exposed to Haemophilus influenzae type b endotoxin; 5 microg/50 microl toxin was instilled every second day, altogether five times, into the middle ear cavity through a small perfor...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Stenqvist M,Anniko M,Pettersson A

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The change in the EP, CM, SP and AP during perilymphatic perfusion of vasopressin (antidiuretic hormone) was examined in the guinea pig. The EP was recorded with a microelectrode through the spiral ligament of the second turn. The CM, SP and AP were measured with the differential electrodes in the basal turn. The perf...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Mori N,Ohta K,Matsunaga T

更新日期：1986-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of argon laser irradiation of the semicircular canals using computed tomography (CT) images and to examine the basis for laser treatment for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). CT images of the posterior canal were evaluated postoperatively in a patient with i...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Nomura Y,Kobayashi H

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSION:GABA-mediated inhibition is responsible for the duration tuning in the inferior colliculus (IC) of guinea pigs, a non-echo-locating mammal. Duration tuning in this species is better demonstrated in an appropriate short time window. OBJECTIVES:To investigate the role of GABA-mediated inhibition in duration t...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Yin S,Chen Z,Feng Y,Wang J

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study was conducted to demonstrate the safety and efficacy of the Otologics Middle Ear Transducer (MET) Ossicular Stimulator and, in particular, to compare the audiologic benefits of this novel form of electromechanical stimulation with those of conventional acoustical amplification. MATERIAL AND METHO...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Jenkins HA,Niparko JK,Slattery WH,Neely JG,Fredrickson JM

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: The development of hearing and plasticity of brain after cochlear implantation (CI) for prelingually deaf children with white matter changes (group A) is unclear.Objective: To investigate the development of hearing for children in group A during 1 year after CI activation, compared with non-complicated pee...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Shen M,Li Y,Long M,Wang L,Liang W,Chen Z,Ma Y,Guo Y,Bi Q,Zhang Y

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To develop a large animal model for studies of laryngeal abductor reinnervation. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Six minipigs underwent unilateral anastomosis of the phrenic nerve-abductor branch of the recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN). Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) conduits were used for repair. At each of 30, 60 and 120 d...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Birchall M,Idowu B,Murison P,Jones A,Burt R,Ayling S,Stokes C,Pope L,Terenghi G

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSIONS:There was a difference in average score of the sensory organization test (SOT) of the case group (elderly instability) compared to the control group (healthy subjects). Cases had worse scores on the limits of stability (LOS) than controls, but were only able to confirm statistically significant differences ...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Faraldo-García A,Santos-Pérez S,Rossi-Izquierdo M,Lirola-Delgado A,Vaamonde-Sánchez-Andrade I,Del-Río-Valeiras M,Soto-Varela A

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The early development of human otoconial membranes was studied by scanning electron microscopy and X-ray microanalysis; 87 specimens, ranging from 7 to 12 weeks gestational age were examined. A few otoconia, which contained calcium, were present in the utricle by the end of the seventh week. By 8 weeks, both the saccu...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Wright CG,Hubbard DG

更新日期：1982-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two hundred Malaysian patients representing 227 ears with previously untreated cholesteatoma disease were analysed retrospectively in terms of i) type of disease, i.e. primary acquired attic defect or posterior superior retraction pocket and secondary acquired type cholesteatoma; ii) positive history of previous middl...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Lee ST

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cisplatin and gentamicin are two ototoxicants that are supposed to be transported by the paracellar route, i.e. via cellular junctions, to the perilymphatic compartment. This study was initiated to test the hypothesis that susceptive variation of individuals to ototoxic drugs may be explained by variability in transpo...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Laurell G,Viberg A,Teixeira M,Sterkers O,Ferrary E

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Eight patients with dystrophia myotonica (Steinert) were studied. They all had myotonia and pathological EMG and in some cases other signs of the disease. The 50% relaxation times of the stapedius reflex were significantly prolonged compared with a control group of 40 healthy, young subjects with normal hearing and no...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Zakrisson JE,Blom S

更新日期：1982-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONCLUSION:The results of this study give support to the theory that opening the middle ear (ME) to the atmosphere leads to a deterioration in its pressure regulation capacity. However, this is probably not the reason why a perforation of the tympanic membrane becomes chronic. OBJECTIVE:Direct, continuous measurement ...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Brattmo M,Tideholm B,Carlborg B

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:By means of cleaving the soft palate and blocking the Eustachian tube, two otomicroscopically well defined types of otitis media, serous and purulent, were created in an animal model (rat). The microbiological pattern of these conditions were characterized at 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 weeks after the onset. Samples were collec...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Johansson U,Hellström S

更新日期：1990-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Interleukins 6 (IL-6) and 12 (IL-12), and the chemoattractant chemokine RANTES were studied in ethmoidal mucosa, using reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction. The 49 patients had chronic sinusitis or nasal/paranasal polyposis, and some also allergy. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study that d...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Davidsson A,Danielsen A,Viale G,Olofsson J,Dell'Orto P,Pellegrini C,Karlsson MG,Hellquist HB

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) complain from olfactory dysfunction (OD). Aims/objectives: To evaluate the prevalence, prognosis, and recovery from OD in COVID-19 patients. MATERIAL AND METHODS:In this study, patients with COVID-19 symptoms who were referred to six different tertiary ...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Samimi Ardestani SH,Mohammadi Ardehali M,Rabbani Anari M,Rahmaty B,Erfanian R,Akbari M,Motedayen Z,Samimi Niya F,Aminloo R,Farahbakhsh F,Hosseininasab A,Hassanlouei B,Rezaian N,Mokhtari Z

更新日期：2020-11-11 00:00:00

abstract：:In previous studies, sinus secretions have been analysed concerning pO2, pCO2 and pH. In this study the energy metabolism in the maxillary sinus mucosa and secretion was studied in 33 New Zealand White rabbits. In freeze-dried samples, glucose and lactate were analysed by enzymatic assays and ATP by HPLC. In the purul...

journal_title：Acta oto-laryngologica

authors： Johansson P,Kumlien J,Söderlund K,Hultman E

更新日期：1988-11-01 00:00:00