Can Platelet Indices Be New Biomarkers for Subjective Tinnitus?

In this study, the authors investigated whether there was a relationship between platelet indices and subjective tinnitus. Methods: In this retrospective study, the authors evaluated platelet indices in subjective tinnitus patients. One hundred patients with subjective tinnitus and 100 healthy, age and sex-matched subjects were enrolled to the study. Audiometer and laboratory results were recorded. Comparative multivariate analyses between indicator factors and hearing outcomes were conducted. Results: Mean platelet volume is significantly lower in subjective tinnitus group (P 
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - Category: Surgery Tags: Brief Clinical Studies Source Type: research