Pathogenic Potential of < em > Turicella otitidis < /em > and < em > Staphylococcus auricularis < /em > : A Case Report
Conclusions: Our findings suggest the potential pathogenicity of T. otitidis and S. auricularis, especially among patients with prior ear surgery and tympanic membrane perforation. Violation of the epithelial barrier from surgery or trauma may contribute to their pathogenicity. Future study is warranted to elucidate pathogenicity of normal aural flora and its mechanisms.PMID:38389189 | DOI:10.1177/01455613241230245 (Source: Ear, Nose and Throat Journal)
Source: Ear, Nose and Throat Journal - February 23, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Madeline M Marker Janet S Choi Tina C Huang Source Type: research
Isolated Extra-Pulmonary Tuberculosis in ENT: A Commonly Missed Diagnosis
AbstractTuberculosis (TB) constitutes 15 –20% of TB cases in general practice among HIV-negative adults in India. The head and neck region provides an impressive field of research because of its varied presentations and different sites of involvement. TB may often mimic malignancy and is misdiagnosed, which leads to an unnecessary delay in diagnosis. Through this study, we aim to draw focus on the various ways in which isolated extrapulmonary TB manifests in today’s clinical practice in the head and neck region. Prospective analysis of 60 patients diagnosed with TB in a simple random sampling over 1 year. The period o...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - February 22, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
Evaluation of plasma canine C-reactive protein concentrations in dogs with otitis media, healthy dogs and dogs with chronic otitis externa
CONCLUSION AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Plasma CRP concentration is not reliable as a discriminatory tool in cases of otitis, although there is a trend for elevation in cases with more severe disease. However, a larger study may provide a statistically more reliable correlation between the severity of OM and CRP concentrations.PMID:38379189 | DOI:10.1111/vde.13241 (Source: Veterinary Dermatology)
Source: Veterinary Dermatology - February 21, 2024 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: E Buendia P A Germain Source Type: research
Evaluation of plasma canine C-reactive protein concentrations in dogs with otitis media, healthy dogs and dogs with chronic otitis externa
CONCLUSION AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Plasma CRP concentration is not reliable as a discriminatory tool in cases of otitis, although there is a trend for elevation in cases with more severe disease. However, a larger study may provide a statistically more reliable correlation between the severity of OM and CRP concentrations.PMID:38379189 | DOI:10.1111/vde.13241 (Source: Veterinary Dermatology)
Source: Veterinary Dermatology - February 21, 2024 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: E Buendia P A Germain Source Type: research
Evaluation of plasma canine C-reactive protein concentrations in dogs with otitis media, healthy dogs and dogs with chronic otitis externa
CONCLUSION AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Plasma CRP concentration is not reliable as a discriminatory tool in cases of otitis, although there is a trend for elevation in cases with more severe disease. However, a larger study may provide a statistically more reliable correlation between the severity of OM and CRP concentrations.PMID:38379189 | DOI:10.1111/vde.13241 (Source: Veterinary Dermatology)
Source: Veterinary Dermatology - February 21, 2024 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: E Buendia P A Germain Source Type: research
Evaluation of plasma canine C-reactive protein concentrations in dogs with otitis media, healthy dogs and dogs with chronic otitis externa
CONCLUSION AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Plasma CRP concentration is not reliable as a discriminatory tool in cases of otitis, although there is a trend for elevation in cases with more severe disease. However, a larger study may provide a statistically more reliable correlation between the severity of OM and CRP concentrations.PMID:38379189 | DOI:10.1111/vde.13241 (Source: Veterinary Dermatology)
Source: Veterinary Dermatology - February 21, 2024 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: E Buendia P A Germain Source Type: research
Evaluation of plasma canine C-reactive protein concentrations in dogs with otitis media, healthy dogs and dogs with chronic otitis externa
CONCLUSION AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Plasma CRP concentration is not reliable as a discriminatory tool in cases of otitis, although there is a trend for elevation in cases with more severe disease. However, a larger study may provide a statistically more reliable correlation between the severity of OM and CRP concentrations.PMID:38379189 | DOI:10.1111/vde.13241 (Source: Veterinary Dermatology)
Source: Veterinary Dermatology - February 21, 2024 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: E Buendia P A Germain Source Type: research
Evaluation of plasma canine C-reactive protein concentrations in dogs with otitis media, healthy dogs and dogs with chronic otitis externa
CONCLUSION AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Plasma CRP concentration is not reliable as a discriminatory tool in cases of otitis, although there is a trend for elevation in cases with more severe disease. However, a larger study may provide a statistically more reliable correlation between the severity of OM and CRP concentrations.PMID:38379189 | DOI:10.1111/vde.13241 (Source: Veterinary Dermatology)
Source: Veterinary Dermatology - February 21, 2024 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: E Buendia P A Germain Source Type: research
Association of cesarean section and infectious outcomes among infants at 1 year of age: Logistic regression analysis using data of 104,065 records from the Japan Environment and Children ’s Study
ConclusionsThis nationwide cohort study did not find an association between cesarean delivery and CNSI, OM, URTI, LRTI, GI, and UTI. However, further studies are needed to evaluate the role of cesarean delivery in the development of infectious diseases. (Source: PLoS One)
Source: PLoS One - February 21, 2024 Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Hajime Maeda Source Type: research
Feline dermatoses at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad (Iran): 154 cases (2009-2020)
CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: The prevalence of dermatoses among this cohort of Iranian cats is similar to that in other parts of the world. However, a noticeable difference was detected in the most prevalent dermatoses. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study to assess the characteristics and outcomes of feline dermatological conditions in Iran.PMID:38375566 | DOI:10.1111/vde.13244 (Source: Veterinary Dermatology)
Source: Veterinary Dermatology - February 20, 2024 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Alireza Alizadeh Soheil Sadr Mohammad Azizzadeh Javad Khoshnegah Source Type: research
Feline dermatoses at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad (Iran): 154 cases (2009-2020)
CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: The prevalence of dermatoses among this cohort of Iranian cats is similar to that in other parts of the world. However, a noticeable difference was detected in the most prevalent dermatoses. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study to assess the characteristics and outcomes of feline dermatological conditions in Iran.PMID:38375566 | DOI:10.1111/vde.13244 (Source: Veterinary Dermatology)
Source: Veterinary Dermatology - February 20, 2024 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Alireza Alizadeh Soheil Sadr Mohammad Azizzadeh Javad Khoshnegah Source Type: research
Ear and hearing health in children
Hearing loss is common in childhood. The most common causes of hearing loss varies by age. In childhood this is most frequently due to Otitis Media with Effusion (OME, also known as ‘glue ear’) or Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media (CSOM)). In adolescence hearing loss can result from exposure to loud noise from environmental causes or personal listening devices. Hearing loss has a significant impact upon the ability to learn, socialize and work. Effective early interventions exist and make a difference to speech, access to education, socialization and employment opportunities. (Source: Paediatrics and Child Health)
Source: Paediatrics and Child Health - February 20, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Tamsin Holland Brown, Shelly Chadha Tags: Occasional review Source Type: research
Leigh syndrome with developmental regression and ataxia due to a novel splicing variant in the PMPCB gene
We report the first splice site variant in thePMPCB gene in a 39-year old individual who experienced developmental regression and ataxia following otitis media in childhood. A minigene assay confirms this variant results in aberrant splicing and skipping of exon 12. (Source: Journal of Human Genetics)
Source: Journal of Human Genetics - February 19, 2024 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: research
Successful Antiviral Treatment for Chronic Adenoiditis Caused by Herpes Virus in a Pediatric Patient: A Case Report
CONCLUSIONS Direct visualization of the postnasal space, with a transoral mirror or 120-degree endoscope, prior to adenoidectomy can aid diagnosis. Adenoiditis may be caused by a wide range of organisms, including herpes virus. Active mucopurulent discharge should raise concern for infection by bacteria, fungi, or virus. Previous research on viral infection of the adenoids have been in asymptomatic patients with presumed latent infection and undergoing elective adenoidectomy. To our knowledge, this is the first paper to report on successful treatment with antiviral medication alone.PMID:38366584 | DOI:10.12659/AJCR.942418 (Source: Herpes)
Source: Herpes - February 17, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Leon Kong Francoise Jean-Louis Duncan L Lamont Source Type: research
Successful Antiviral Treatment for Chronic Adenoiditis Caused by Herpes Virus in a Pediatric Patient: A Case Report
CONCLUSIONS Direct visualization of the postnasal space, with a transoral mirror or 120-degree endoscope, prior to adenoidectomy can aid diagnosis. Adenoiditis may be caused by a wide range of organisms, including herpes virus. Active mucopurulent discharge should raise concern for infection by bacteria, fungi, or virus. Previous research on viral infection of the adenoids have been in asymptomatic patients with presumed latent infection and undergoing elective adenoidectomy. To our knowledge, this is the first paper to report on successful treatment with antiviral medication alone.PMID:38366584 | DOI:10.12659/AJCR.942418 (Source: Herpes)
Source: Herpes - February 17, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Leon Kong Francoise Jean-Louis Duncan L Lamont Source Type: research
