World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objectives Acquired cholesteatoma is an abnormal and invasive growth of keratinized squamous epithelial cells in the middle ear. The study aims to explore the role of exosomal miRNAs in the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma and their potential in clinical application.
Qi Tang +12 more
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Long‐Term Results of UPPP and Coblation Channeling of the Tongue for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the long‐term surgical outcomes of combined uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) and coblation channeling of the tongue (CCT) for moderate‐to‐severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Methods The study enrolled patients with moderate‐to‐severe OSA who underwent treatment with UPPP plus CCT and had a minimal follow‐up of 2 years ...
Ren‐Hui Chen +3 more
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Retraction: Innovations and Challenges in the Development of COVID-19 Vaccines for a Safer Tomorrow. [PDF]
CureusKumar DS +5 more
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Subjective Visual Vertical Can be an Effective Tool to Evaluate Vestibular Function of Stapedotomy
World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objective To investigate if the subjective visual vertical/horizontal (SVV/SVH) can be used to evaluate the otolith organ of otosclerosis and stapedotomy. Design A total of 19 patients who were diagnosed with otosclerosis and underwent surgical treatment in our hospital were collected.
Tao Jiang, Juan Zheng, Wen‐Yan Li
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Identifying targets for interventions to improve communication between primary and secondary care: a qualitative study of referrals to adult NHS hearing aid services. [PDF]
Arch Public HealthKhan S +12 more
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Time to Measure: A Proposed Theoretical Model for Head and Neck Cancer Intervals of Care
World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Head and neck cancer care delays are challenging, given the complexity of cancer care pathways, which leads to delays throughout the patient journey, from the symptom onset to treatment completion. Current models and literature addressing cancer care are limited by heterogeneous definitions of care intervals, a focus on specific aspects of the
Mary Jue Xu +14 more
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Targeted congenital cytomegalovirus screening as part of the newborn hearing screening programme in Northeast England. [PDF]
Eur J PediatrHagan AJ +6 more
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Epiglottis Collapse in Individuals With Obstructive Sleep Apnea
World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objective Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated upper airway collapse during sleep. The epiglottis, often overlooked in conventional assessments, has emerged as a site of significant obstruction in OSA.
Dan Chen +11 more
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Assessing the Influence of Virtual Patients on Self-Efficacy: Perspectives From Audiology Students. [PDF]
Nurs Health SciBowers P, Tomlin D.
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