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Congenital trans-sellar trans-sphenoidal encephalocele: a systematic review of diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis
ConclusionTSTSE predominantly affects males and presents with dyspnea, visual deficits, pituitary insufficiency, and cranial base-related symptoms. Early diagnosis is critical, with advanced imaging playing a key role. Endocrine assessment is vital for hormone management. Surgery offers symptom relief but entails risks, including reported fatalities and complications. The choice between surgery and conservative management requires careful deliberation. The trans-nasal approach is favored for its reduced trauma, yet further research is necessary to validate this preference. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 8, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Causal analysis between gastroesophageal reflux disease and chronic rhinosinusitis
ConclusionsThis study provides new, significant evidence that GERD is genetically associated with a higher incidence rate of CRS. However, further research is needed to elucidate the potential underlying biological mechanisms of this relationship. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 8, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

The supportive use of photobiomodulation on salivary glands: a narrative review and meta-analysis
ConclusionThe most promising parameters comprise wavelengths between 630 and 830  nm, radiant exposure from 2 to 10 J/cm2, two-to-three times a week, before the radiotherapy damage, and homogeneously in the glands. Therefore, Light-Emitting Diode (LED) stimulation of larger areas than the punctual stimulation of small millimeters of the Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) appears to be promising. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 8, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Analysis of swallowing and voice-related quality of life in patients after supracricoid partial laryngectomy
ConclusionSCPL provides patients with satisfactory swallowing and voice function. The patients in this study were satisfied with their quality of life in terms of swallowing and voice. SCPL can be used as a surgical method to preserve laryngeal function in patients with laryngeal cancer. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 6, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Tumor progression in tympanojugular paragangliomas: the role of radiotherapy and wait and scan
ConclusionWhen complete surgical excision of TJ PGLs is not feasible, appropriate counseling and patient selection, including comprehensive tumor classification, should be performed before proposing RT to control tumor progression, since wait and scan may represent a reasonable option in selected cases. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 6, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Analysis of the association between vestibular schwannoma and hearing status using a newly developed radiomics technique
ConclusionsNewly developed radiomics features are associated with hearing status in patients with vestibular schwannoma and could provide information when deciding the treatment modality. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 6, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Predictors in the treatment of malignant central airway obstruction with silicone stents
ConclusionsPalliative tracheobronchial airway stenting with silicone stents is found to have a beneficial impact, more research is required for identification of predictors for postprocedural outcome based on preprocedural classifications. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 6, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Optimizing vestibular implant electrode positioning using fluoroscopy and intraoperative CT imaging
Conclusion The combined use of intraoperative fluoroscopy and CT imaging during vestibular implantation can improve the accuracy of electrode positioning. This might lead to better vestibular implant performance. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 5, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Systemic bevacizumab for treatment of recurrent respiratory papillomatosis
ConclusionsSystemic bev can be used as a powerful therapy for both AORRP and JORRP. The findings provide a reference to the systemic bev treatment for RRP. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 5, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Quality of life, hearing results, patient satisfaction and postoperative complications of day-case versus inpatient unilateral cochlear implantation in adults: a randomized controlled, equivalence trial
ConclusionWe found equal outcomes of QoL, patient satisfaction, objective, and subjective hearing outcomes between day-case and inpatient unilateral cochlear implantation. Nine out of 14 day-case patients were admitted for at least one night postoperatively (crossover). No major complications occurred in both groups. A day-case approach seems feasible when using specific patient selection, surgical planning and the preoperative provision of patient information into account. Besides this, the familiarity with a day-case approach of both patient and the surgical team can increase the feasibility of day-case surgery.Level of ...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 5, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Overall survival, disease-free survival and quality of life in patients affected by HPV mediated p16+  oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma treated with upfront trans-oral robotic surgery vs radiotherapy or chemoradiotherapy
ConclusionFor p16  + OPSCC PSG I patients, upfront surgery can be considered a valid alternative to radiotherapy or chemoradiotherapy while maintaining a comparable DFS and OS and giving patients better results in terms of specific aspects of their QoL. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 5, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Association between dietary zinc intake and olfactory dysfunction: a study based on the NHANES database
ConclusionDaily dietary zinc intake within the range of 9.60 –17.45 mg has a protective effect against olfactory dysfunction. Intake outside this range increases the prevalence of olfactory dysfunction. The prevalence of olfactory dysfunction is significantly higher in individuals aged 60 and above compared to those under 60 years old. For individuals wit h a BMI of 25–30 kg/m2 and a BMI  ≥ 30 kg/m2, dietary zinc intake is negatively correlated with olfactory dysfunction. Therefore, it is recommended that these populations increase their dietary zinc intake to develop healthier lifestyles and maintain olfacto...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 5, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Validating the virtual: a deep dive into ultrasound simulator metrics in otorhinolaryngology
ConclusionWhile simulation-based training is promising, only 14% of built-in simulator metrics could discriminate between novices and ultrasound experts. Already-established competency frameworks such as OSAUS provided strong validity evidence for the assessment of otorhinolaryngology ultrasound competence. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 4, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Postinfectious conditions challenge disease-specificity of SNOT-22
ConclusionsThe application of SNOT-22 as a screening tool needs to be approached with caution, as the total score alone does not provide disease-specific insights. A more thorough exploration of the four symptom domains and the identification of distinctive scoring patterns within the clinical context may prove pivotal in effectively differentiating between various underlying causes. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 4, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Impact of nutrition counseling on nutrition status in patients with head and neck cancer undergoing radio- or radiochemotherapy: a systematic review
ConclusionDue to the very heterogeneous results and methodical limitations of the included studies, a clear statement regarding the effectiveness of intensive nutritional therapy of head and neck cancer patients is not possible. Further well-planned studies are needed. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - January 4, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research