abstract：OBJECTIVE:Large-scale otoscopic and audiometric assessment of populations is difficult due to logistic impracticalities, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC). We report a novel assessment methodology based on training local field workers, advances in audiometric testing equipment and cloud-based tech...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Chan KH,Dreith S,Uhler KM,Tallo V,Lucero M,De Jesus J,Simões EA

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine whether obtaining a computed tomography (CT) scan in the emergency department (ED) is predictive of peritonsillar abscess (PTA) in the pediatric population, and to evaluate for clinical characteristics that may suggest whether a CT is beneficial in the diagnosis of pediatric PTA. METHODS:Single...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Varelas AN,LoSavio PS,Misch E,Casey PE,Jeffe JS

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The usefulness of wideband absorbance (WBA) in newborns is well-demonstrated. However, it is still not clear whether there might be a difference according to ethnicity with respect to ambient WBA; therefore, further investigation is necessary to evaluate ethnic-specific normative WBA values in newborns. M...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Chang YS,Ryu G,Kim K,Cho YS

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Health care disparities are noted between different socioeconomic groups; it is crucial to recognize and correct disparities, if present, that extend to children with hearing loss. The objective of the study is to evaluate the effect of socioeconomic status (SES) on access to hearing rehabilitation and speech...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Smith B,Zhang J,Pham GN,Pakanati K,Raol N,Ongkasuwan J,Anne S

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine if proximal fixation of the cochlear implant helps reduce the rate of straight electrode array extrusion/migration. METHODS:Records of 278 children implanted with a straight electrode at a tertiary pediatric hospital from 1990 to 2017 were reviewed. Demographics, operative reports, electrode ty...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Zawawi F,Cushing SL,James AL,Gordon KA,Papsin BC

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cervicofacial actinomyces is an uncommon infection, especially in children. Notoriously low culture sensitivity and malignant appearance make diagnosis challenging. Treatment requires a prolonged antibiotic course often in conjunction with surgical debridement or drainage. We report an amorphous anterior neck mass in ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Savoca E,Mehra S,Waldman EH

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Endoscopic airway measurement (EAM) combines optical endoscopic instruments with open source image processing to accurately obtain airway dimensions. Preclinical models have demonstrated EAM as an accurate technique of airway measurement with the added advantage of characterizing multilevel stenosis, non-cir...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Francom CR,Best CA,Eaton RG,Pepper V,Onwuka AJ,Breuer CK,Merz Lind MN,Grischkan JM,Chiang T

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the accuracy and validity of our protocol for prenatal diagnosis and genetic counseling in high-risk families at a clinic. METHODS:Fifteen unrelated families with recessive nonsyndromic hearing loss (NSHL) in their family history and a positive attitude towards prenatal diagnosis were recruited i...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Deng Y,Sang S,Wen J,Liu Y,Ling J,Chen H,Cai X,Mei L,Chen X,Li M,Li W,Li T,He C,Feng Y

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Previous studies have shown that tryptophan and vitamin B6 used in conjunction with melatonin induce sleep more effectively than melatonin alone. This study aims at evaluating the efficacy of different dosages and timings of administration of a solution containing melatonin, tryptophan, and vitamin B6 for in...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Della Volpe A,Dipietro L,Ricci G,Pastore V,Paccone M,Pirozzi C,Di Stadio A

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Options for imaging for evaluation of pediatric patients with unilateral sensorineural hearing loss (USNHL) include computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Although both CT and MR imaging provide valuable information in the evaluation of pediatric patients with USNHL, debate remains ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Shah J,Pham GN,Zhang J,Pakanati K,Raol N,Ongkasuwan J,Hopkins B,Anne S

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Invasive fungal sinusitis (IFS) is a rare but deadly clinical entity that occurs in immunocompromised patients. Diagnosis in children typically requires operative biopsies under general anesthesia, which has associated risks. Findings on bedside nasal endoscopy (BNE) can be used with history, exam, and ima...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Mulvey CL,Rizzi MD,Buzi A

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Posterior glottic stenosis (PGS) describes a laryngeal disorder in which worsening degrees of scarring limit abduction of the vocal folds and/or arytenoids. It can be congenital or acquired. Generally, the acquired form is the result of chronic endotracheal tube trauma to the posterior larynx. Symptoms of acquired PGS...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Gaffey MM,Sun RW,Richter GT

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little is known about the academic performance of children with unilateral congenital aural atresia (CAA). OBJECTIVE:of review: Our objective was to summarize what is known about the academic performance of children with hearing loss by unilateral congenital aural atresia, in order to provide pragmatic reco...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： van Hövell Tot Westerflier CVA,van Heteren JAA,Breugem CC,Smit AL,Stegeman I

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To examine single stage laryngotracheal reconstruction (SSLTR) care to reduce complication and failure rate. METHODS:Forty-five patients that underwent primary SSLTR were examined retrospectively. All had pre-operative direct laryngoscopy and bronchoscopy, esophagoscopy with biopsy and MRSA screening. Pre-oper...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Thottam PJ,Georg M,Simons JP,Kashiwazaski R,Mehta DK

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of the present study was to compare spoken word recognition performance in the presence of speech spectrum-shaped noise and four-talker babbles in Mandarin-speaking children with cochlear implants (CIs). METHODS:Participants included 33 children with unilateral CIs (with a mean age of 10.4 ± 2.9 ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Ren C,Yang J,Zha D,Lin Y,Liu H,Kong Y,Liu S,Xu L

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Management of otogenic cerebral venous thrombosis (OCVT) is controversial. Despite the modern antibiotic era OCVT still represents a potential life-threatening condition. This study aims to report the clinical presentation and management in a series of children with OCTV. The coexisting intracranial complica...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Coutinho G,Júlio S,Matos R,Santos M,Spratley J

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Palliation in pediatric otorhinolaryngology is a rarely discussed but important aspect of care. This review encapsulates current thinking on pediatric palliative care (PC) and demonstrates, through one case, the impact of integrating PC into clinical care. We encourage early consideration of pediatric palliative care ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Shah UK,Miller EG,Levy C

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this multicenter study is to investigate the effect of chronological age and gender in postural control. METHODS:To approach an ecological model, we used a multicenter posturography assessment. We analyzed postural control with surface, mean velocity of center of pressure [CoP] and temporal analy...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Goulème N,Debue M,Spruyt K,Vanderveken C,De Siati RD,Ortega-Solis J,Petrossi J,Wiener-Vacher S,Bucci MP,Ionescu E,Thai-Van H,Deggouj N

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Culture-independent methods, based on bacterial 16 S rRNA gene sequencing, have been used previously to investigate the adenotonsillar microbiota. However, these studies have focused on a single sampling site (usually a surface swab). We aimed to investigate potential differences in adenotonsillar microbio...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Johnston J,Hoggard M,Biswas K,Astudillo-García C,Radcliff FJ,Mahadevan M,Douglas RG

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Keratocystic odontogenic tumors (KCOT) are exceptional in children and adolescents as they usually occur in the third decade. The present study reports the case of a 15 years old girl who was diagnosed with a KCOT that underwent malignant transformation. KCOT diagnostic was based on clinical, radiological, histopathol...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Nokovitch L,Bodard AG,Corradini N,Crozes C,Guyennon A,Deneuve S

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Down Syndrome (DS) is the most common chromosome abnormality in humans. Due to the phenotype associated with DS, there are many disease states that require otolaryngologic procedures. Our goal is to use national data to study otolaryngologic procedures, their association with DS, and the degree of difference ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Patel TA,Nguyen SA,White DR

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Drooling of saliva is a common problem in children with cerebral palsy. In addition to causing impairment in articulation, drooling also affects socialization, interpersonal relationships and integration into society for these children. There are various methods to assess drooling which measure directly the ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Job A,Naina P,Syed KA,Thomas M,John M,Varghese AM

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To analyze spontaneous nystagmus recorded in pediatric patients and determine its diagnostic value. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Retrospective review of 86 patients (mean age = 13.9 ± 4.7 years) with definitive spontaneous nystagmus recorded by videonystagmography (VNG). Spontaneous nystagmus was categorized and an...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Zhou G,Goutos C,Lipson S,Brodsky J

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Swimming has been reported as the most common recreational activity among American youths, while diving remains a popular youth activity as well. We characterize the most common facial injuries occurring during these activities and evaluate facial fracture mechanisms and demographic trends, as this informati...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Guys NP,Mir A,Svider PF,Sheyn A

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE:Sensorineural hearing loss is a common diagnosis among children. The diagnostic workup varies widely among practitioners. This study's aim was to assess the utilization of diagnostic testing for SNHL and determine the yield of each test. STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective chart review. SETTING:Tertiary c...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Wentland CJ,Ronner EA,Basonbul RA,Pinnapureddy S,Mankarious L,Keamy D,Lee DJ,Cohen MS

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The use of honey in wound care is becoming more common due to the proven benefit in all three phases of wound healing, as well as the antibacterial and antibiofilm properties. We present our experience using TheraHoney gel, a medical grade honey, for the successful treatment of cochlear implant associated ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Costeloe A,Vandjelovic ND,Evans MA,Saraiya SS

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Several test batteries have been suggested for auditory processing disorder (APD) diagnosis. One of the important tests is dichotic listening tests. Significant ear asymmetry (usually right ear advantage) can be indicative of (APD). Two main trainings have been suggested for dichotic listening disorders: Dif...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Delphi M,Zamiri Abdollahi F

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Many children are born with abnormally-shaped ears, including protruding ears or unusually-shaped outer ears. While the majority are benign, these may cause significant issues with self-esteem and bullying in childhood. Early molding can resolve some of these abnormalities, avoiding the need for future cor...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Lu DYD,Pauwels J,Jin L,Kozak FK,Chadha NK

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate the outcomes of rigid endoscope-assisted orotracheal intubation (REI) in neonates and young infants with difficult airway conditions as an alternative intubation technique when more specific airway instruments are not available in most developing countries, and to evaluate the safety and advan...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Tan H,Huang Q,Paul A,Wang W,Li J,Jia H

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To search for predictive factors for language development measured by two receptive language tests for children, the Galker test (a word-recognition-in-noise test) testing hearing and vocabulary, and the Danish version of Reynell Developmental Language Scale (2nd revision, RDLS II) test, a language comprehens...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Lous J,Glenn Lauritsen MB

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Review the evaluation of children with a deep lateral neck infection and define the impact of initial imaging modality on outcomes and costs. METHOD:Case series, pediatric patients <18 years of age admitted to a tertiary care hospital with lateral neck infection between 01/01/14-05/31/16 as identified by ICD...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Quinn NA,Olson JA,Meier JD,Baskin H,Schunk JE,Thorell EA,Hodo LN

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The use of Mesna as a chemical dissector in higher concentrations may reduce the length of time of operation by providing more effective dissection as well as being used in otologic pathologies such as tympanosclerosis. In this study, it was aimed to assess the effect of Mesna on the internal ear, which was a...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Dogan R,Eren SB,Gedik O,Yenıgun A,Aydın MS,Eser B,Ozturan O

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The current study aims to examine the effects of human resource (measured with the perception of health workers' perception towards UNHS), screening equipment, program layout and screening techniques on healthcare practitioners' awareness (measured with knowledge) of universal newborn hearing screening (UNHS)...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Ismail AI,Abdul Majid AH,Zakaria MN,Abdullah NAC,Hamzah S,Mukari SZS

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Bilateral vocal-fold immobility (BFVI) is a rare but significant cause of severe respiratory distress in neonates. The primary aim of treatment is to provide an adequate airway while minimizing adverse effects such as aspiration and dysphonia. Our objective here is to describe the outcomes of a series of neon...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Montague GL,Bly RA,Nadaraja GS,Conrad DE,Parikh SR,Chan DK

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The goal of this study is to measure the quality and readability of websites related to laryngomalacia, and to compare the quality and readability scores for the sites accessed through the most popular search engines. INTRODUCTION:Laryngomalacia is a common diagnosis in children but is often difficult for pa...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Corredera E,Davis KS,Simons JP,Jabbour N

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the GRAPE study an analysis is made of postoperative pain sensation in children between 6 months and 6 years after adenotomy and placement of ear grommets. Intraoperative treatment with paracetamol versus placebo shows no statistically significant difference in pain between both groups indicating that this type of ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： F L,J B,E M,K B,G L,J I,F I,W L,N L,F J,M J,P L

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent studies have confirmed the utility of targeted next-generation sequencing (NGS), providing a remarkable opportunity to find variants in known disease genes, especially in genetically heterogeneous disorders such as hearing loss (HL). METHODS:After excluding mutations in the most common autosomal rece...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Asgharzade S,Tabatabaiefar MA,Mohammadi-Asl J,Chaleshtori MH

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Early diagnosis of congenital hearing loss is fundamental to minimize the negative consequences on the speech development. To lower the age at diagnosis and at intervention in hearing impaired children, not only universal newborn hearing screening (NHS) but also tracking is considered essential. The aim of t...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Rissmann A,Koehn A,Loderstedt M,Schwemmle C,Goetze G,Bartel S,Plontke SK,Langer J,Begall K,Matulat P,Roehl FW,Vorwerk U

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA, previously known as Wegener's granulomatosis) is an autoimmune systemic small-vessel vasculitis, associated with the presence of anti-neurophil cytoplasmic antibodies with a cytoplasmic staining pattern (c-ANCA). It is characterized by necrotizing granulomas, usually affecting th...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Wang JC,Leader BA,Crane RA,Koch BL,Smith MM,Ishman SL

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Intubation has been associated with laryngeal injury that often resolves spontaneously without complication. We present a case of a child intubated for less than 48 hours, who presented with dysphonia and intermittent dyspnea two months after intubation due to epiglottic and vocal process granulomas. This is ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Jang M,Basa K,Levi J

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00