abstract：OBJECTIVE:To date, the impact of conductive hearing loss on the auditory pathway at brainstem level has only been investigated in animal studies, which showed a species-specific delay of maturation. In this study, the functional maturation of auditory brainstem response (ABR) parameters in humans with unilateral atresi...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Stuermer KJ,Foerst A,Sandmann P,Fuerstenberg D,Lang-Roth R,Walger M

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Snoring/sleep apnea are usual symptoms of adenotonsillar hypertrophy, and adenotonsillectomy is usually recommended. In rare cases, symptoms remain after surgery, and tubal tonsil hypertrophy could be the cause. We experienced a pediatric patient whose symptoms were refratory snoring/sleep apnea although he previously...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Hong SC,Min HJ,Kim KS

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common problem in children and is associated with increased cardiovascular, neurobehavioral and somatic growth consequences. Cysteinyl leukotrienes (CysLTs) play a major role with local and systemic relations to the pathophysiology of OSA. The level of CysLTs in urine, bloo...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Satdhabudha A,Sritipsukho P,Manochantr S,Chanvimalueng W,Chaumrattanakul U,Chaumphol P

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To systematically review the literature on the audiological and/or quality of life benefits of a bone conduction hearing aid (BCHA) in children with congenital unilateral conductive or sensorineural deafness. METHODS:A systematic search was performed according to the PRISMA guidelines using the PubMed, Medl...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Liu CC,Livingstone D,Yunker WK

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Otitis media (OM) is a common disease in childhood and hearing loss (HL) is the most common complication. Prolonged HL may lead to language delay and cognitive difficulties. However, the consequences of HL due to OM are not fully understood. The aim of this study was to determine the possible association b...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Fougner V,Kørvel-Hanquist A,Koch A,Dammeyer J,Niclasen J,Lous J,Homøe P

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The LittlEARS Auditory Questionnaire (LEAQ) has so far been validated to assess auditory development in groups of normal-hearing children in over 20 different languages. Considering the huge variability in auditory development of CI children, especially since candidacy criteria have been relaxed, additional ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Obrycka A,Lorens A,Padilla García JL,Piotrowska A,Skarzynski H

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the risk factors associated with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak following endoscopic endonasal surgery (EES) for pediatric skull base lesions. METHODS:Retrospective chart review of pediatric patients (ages 1 month to 18 years) treated for skull base lesions with EES from 1999 to 2014. Five path...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Stapleton AL,Tyler-Kabara EC,Gardner PA,Snyderman CH,Wang EW

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Preauricular lesions, including tags, pits, sinuses, and cysts are commonly seen. Some studies have shown increased incidence of hearing loss in these patients but other studies have failed to corroborate this finding. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the incidence of hearing loss in patients with ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Wu GT,Devine C,Xu A,Geelan-Hansen K,Anne S

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Pediatric rhinoplasty has traditionally raised numerous concerns, including its impact on growth as well as the psychological sequelae of undergoing a potentially appearance-altering procedure. Our objective was to critically evaluate available individual patient data relevant to pediatric rhinoplasty, and f...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Gupta A,Svider PF,Rayess H,Sheyn A,Folbe AJ,Eloy JA,Zuliani G,Carron MA

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bilateral nasal obstruction due to simultaneous bilateral dacrocystocoeles is a rare and potentially life threatening condition. We present a five day old girl with this condition who presented with respiratory distress without any eye signs or symptoms associated with dacryocystocoeles. She was successfully managed w...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Yin T,van der Meer G

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute mastoiditis (AM) is a suppurative infection of the mastoid air cells, representing the most frequent complication of acute otitis media. AM remains an important entity in children due to its potential complications and sequelae. We aim to describe the cases of AM admitted at our department, identify ri...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Garcia C,Salgueiro AB,Luís C,Correia P,Brito MJ

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Mutations in GJB2 and GJB6 genes are a frequent cause of congenital non-syndromic hearing loss (NSHL). Mutational screening has usually focused on coding region of GJB2 gene. A few studies have been conducted on the non-coding region and exon 1. c.IVS1+1G>A (a splice site mutation in GJB2 gene have been detec...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Al-Achkar W,Al-Halabi B,Ali B,Moassass F

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Foreign bodies in the pediatric airway are an uncommon emergency with a high morbidity and mortality rate. Morbidity ranges from 10 to 20% worldwide and this pathology accounts for up to 7% of accidental deaths in children under 4. Dealing with this emergency safely and effectively is complex, requiring a tight coupli...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Okonkwo OC,Simons A,Nichani J,North West ENT Research Collaborative.

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intracapsular tonsillectomy (IT) has been advocated as a treatment for pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). However, evidence in the literature utilizing polysomnography (PSG) is limited. OBJECTIVE:To examine the experience at a tertiary children's hospital to evaluate the effectiveness and risks of int...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Chang DT,Zemek A,Koltai PJ

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Adenotonsillectomy remains the accepted first-line treatment for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) in children. Tonsillar size may be especially relevant in risk stratification as it may impact symptoms of sleep disordered breathing (SDB). This study assesses correlations among subjective tonsillar g...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Balaban O,Walia H,Tumin D,Jatana KR,Raman V,Tobias JD

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES/HYPOTHESIS:To evaluate perioperative considerations and post-operative complications associated with parathyroidectomy in the pediatric population. METHODS:The Kids' Inpatient Database 21 (KID) was searched for patients who underwent parathyroidectomy in 2009 and 2012. Patient demographics, hospital stay, a...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Hanba C,Bobian M,Svider PF,Sheyn A,Siegel B,Lin HS,Raza SN

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic otitis media (COM) is one of the most common childhood diseases. Its pathophysiology is complex and multifactorial. The role of specific mucin glycoprotein subtypes in OM is only recently being elucidated. OBJECTIVE:To determine the relationship between middle ear fluid mucins and clinical variables...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Duah V,Huang Z,Val S,DeMason C,Poley M,Preciado D

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sialoendoscopy has recently emerged as an alternative to gland excision in management of recurrent sialoadenitis and sialolithiasis. This technique has both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. We report a case of unusual device failure during removal of a submandibular stone from Wharton's duct, which ultimately led ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Aljasser A,Grischkan JM

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Invasive fungal sinusitis (IFS) represents an often fatal condition within the pediatric population. In an effort to characterize demographics, treatment modalities, and prognostic factors, we performed a systematic review. METHODS:We systematically reviewed EMBASE, Medline, TRIPdatabase, SCOPUS and the Coc...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Smith A,Thimmappa V,Shepherd B,Ray M,Sheyn A,Thompson J

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Management of children with unilateral hearing loss is not standardized. The primary goal of this study was to elicit patient- and parent-reported perspectives regarding usage of hearing devices in pediatric UHL and to suggest a basic algorithmic approach to management. METHODS:Our tertiary care center recru...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Purcell PL,Jones-Goodrich R,Wisneski M,Edwards TC,Sie KC

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE:The etiology of recurrent croup is often anatomic. Currently there is no set criteria for determining who should undergo diagnostic bronchoscopy and which patients are at most risk for having a clinically significant finding. Few studies have addressed these questions. OBJECTIVE:To identify risk factors for...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Hiebert JC,Zhao YD,Willis EB

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Otitis media with effusion (OME) is a common cause of hearing loss and possible developmental delay in children, and there are a range of 'preference sensitive' treatment options. We aimed to evaluate the attitudes and beliefs of parents of affected children to treatment options including watchful-waiting, h...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Gkiousias V,Butler CC,Shepherd V,Kilgour JM,Waldron CA,Thomas-Jones E,Francis N

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Tele-diagnostic audiological testing in a hearing screening program for infants and young children is a novel practice, and this study is the first to explore its application in a rural community. It is important to understand parental perceptions and confidence when introducing a new process such as tele-...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Ramkumar V,Selvakumar K,Vanaja CS,Hall JW,Nagarajan R,Neethi J

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate whether children and adolescents with tinnitus and/or hyperacusis are seen in Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) clinics and to report the clinical data, treatment and referral patterns of these children. To describe the population of children and adolescents with tinnitus and/or hyperacusis found in Educa...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Rosing SN,Kapandais A,Schmidt JH,Baguley DM

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is an autosomal recessive genetic disease, which primarily manifests with oto-sino-pulmonary symptoms. Otitis media with effusion (OME) is common from early childhood. The existing literature on OME management in PCD is conflicting. The goals of the present study were first...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Andersen TN,Alanin MC,von Buchwald C,Nielsen LH

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe our experience using radiologically-guided balloon sialoplasty to successfully treat sialadenitis in two children as a single modality intervention. METHODS:A retrospective case series. RESULTS:Both children were successfully treated using balloon sialoplasty with complete and lasting resolutio...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Bannister M,Chowdhury MM,Sharma A

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The round window membrane (RWM) encloses the round window, the opening into the scala tympani (ST) from the middle ear. During the course of acute otitis media (AOM), structural changes of the RWM can occur that potentially affect sound transmission into and out of the cochlea. The relationship between such s...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Jiang S,Seale TW,Gan RZ

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review the thrombotic complications of head and neck infections, including Lemierre's syndrome, and their management. METHODS:A retrospective review of pediatric patients presenting to McMaster Children's Hospital from 2009 to 2013 was undertaken. The literature was reviewed for evidence regarding the use...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Rebelo J,Nayan S,Choong K,Fulford M,Chan A,Sommer DD

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE & HYPOTHESIS:Stated in the Null form: There will be no difference in primary or secondary hemorrhage rate in children undergoing tonsillectomy or adenotonsillectomy across three surgical techniques: PEAK Plasmablade, electric monopolar cautery, coblation. STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective chart analysis. SETTING:A...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Lane JC,Dworkin-Valenti J,Chiodo L,Haupert M

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Newborn (NB) auditory deficit has a prevalence of 1-2% in the world. Since the 1990s different screening programs have been put into practice. The Newborn Hearing Screening Program has been in operation since 2002 in our hospital (HCUVA) in Murcia (Spain) and two years later it was introduced into the whole ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Cubillana-Herrero JD,Pelegrín-Hernández JP,Soler-Valcarcel A,Mínguez-Merlos N,Cubillana-Martínez MJ,Navarro Barrios Á,Medina-Banegas A,Fernandez Hernandez JA

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe physician and parent behavior during pediatric otolaryngology surgical consultations, and to assess whether perceptions of shared decision-making and observed behavior are related. METHODS:Parents of 126 children less than 6-years of age who underwent consultation for adeontonsillectomy or tympan...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Hong P,Maguire E,Gorodzinsky AY,Curran JA,Ritchie K,Chorney J

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Paediatric periorbital cellulitis is a common condition. Accurate assessment can be challenging and appropriate use of CT imaging is essential. We audited admissions to our unit over a four year period, with reference to CT scanning and adherence to our protocol. METHODS:Retrospective audit of paediatric ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Crosbie RA,Nairn J,Kubba H

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To systematically review and discuss the outcome of treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in obese children and adolescents. METHODS:In February 2016 Pub Med was searched using a predetermined string to retrieve all relevant articles. The search identified 518 publications. In total 16 articles were includ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Andersen IG,Holm JC,Homøe P

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case report of a 10 year old male illustrates the effect of damage to the tongue base, hypopharynx, cricopharyngeus, and esophagus on the sensory and motor components of the swallowing mechanism. The characteristics of the dysphagia were manifested clinically, radiographically, and endoscopically. A myectomy was req...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Miller CK,Rutter MJ,von Allmen D,Stoops M,Putnam P,Stevens L,Willging JP

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Group A Streptococcus (GAS) is the most important bacterial cause of acute tonsillitis in children. Some children are chronic GAS carriers, and this carriage is poorly understood. We determined the frequency of GAS detection using a rapid antigen detection test in pediatric patients with indications for tons...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Pontin IP,Sanchez DC,Di Francesco R

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In many studies evaluating the effect of sequential bilateral cochlear implantation in congenitally deaf children, device use is not taken into account. In this study, however, device use was analyzed in relation to auditory brainstem maturation and speech recognition, which were measured in children with ea...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Sparreboom M,Beynon AJ,Snik AF,Mylanus EA

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD) is a rare complication of immunosuppression with little consensus on its evaluation and management. The purpose of this contemporary review is to describe a pediatric patient with PTLD of the airway and review the literature to provide multidisciplinary reco...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： O'Neill AF,Adil EA,Irace AL,Neff L,Davis IJ,Perez-Atayde AR,Voss SD,Weinberg O,Rahbar R

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Otofaciocervical syndrome (OFCS) is a rare disorder characterized by facial, ear, branchial, and musculoskeletal anomalies, along with hearing loss and mild intellectual disability. Clinically, its distinction from branchiootorenal syndrome can be difficult. To date, the coexistence of OFCS and metachondromatosis has ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Salinas-Torres VM,Salinas-Torres RA

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the genetic causes of hearing loss in a two generation Chinese family with enlarged vestibular aqueduct syndrome (EVAS). METHODS:Clinical and genetic evaluations were conducted in a deaf proband and her normal-hearing parents. Sanger sequencing analysis of all the 21 exons, the exon-intron bou...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Zhang F,Bai X,Xiao Y,Zhang X,Zhang G,Li J,Xu L,Wang H

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Auditory brainstem response (ABR) is a clinically established method to identify the hearing threshold in young children and is regularly performed after hearing screening has failed. Some studies have shown that, after the first diagnosis of hearing impairment in ABR, further development takes place in a ...

journal_title：International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology

authors： Louza J,Polterauer D,Wittlinger N,Muzaini HA,Scheckinger S,Hempel M,Schuster M

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00