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Optical Coherence Tomography as an Emerging Technique for Identifying Pediatric Middle Ear Effusion

open access: yesThe Laryngoscope, Volume 136, Issue 5, Page 2349-2355, May 2026.
This prospective study evaluated optical coherence tomography (OCT) as a diagnostic tool for identifying middle ear effusion (MEE) in 164 pediatric patients. OCT was determined to have a sensitivity of 74% and a specificity of 93%, comparable to otoscopy and tympanometry, with moderate agreement (κ = 0.41) between clinical and non‐clinical raters.
Roger Neuberger   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Reducing the expense of ear wax [PDF]

open access: yes, 2006
Ear wax is one of the commonest presenting complaints both in Ear Nose and Throat surgery and in General Practice. The commonest treatment by far given for this condition is Arachis oil (Cerumol®).
Borg Xuereb, Hermann K.   +1 more
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Ceruminolith removal and otitis externa in a 2‐year‐old male neutered red kangaroo (Osphranter rufus)

open access: yesVeterinary Record Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 2, May 2026.
Abstract A 2‐year‐old, male, neutered red kangaroo (Osphranter rufus) presented for a 9‐month history of right‐sided otic pruritus, ear droop and otitis externa with suspected ceruminolith formation. At initial presentation, computed tomography of the skull was performed, which revealed a non‐contrast‐enhancing mass effect in the ear canal.
Christina Gentry, Alice Blue‐McLendon
wiley   +1 more source

Short Tandem Repeat (STR) Profiling of Earwax DNA Obtained from Healthy Volunteers

open access: yesCurrent Issues in Molecular Biology, 2023
The present study aimed to establish human earwax as a potential source of DNA evidence that could be effectively used in human identification. Sixty earwax samples were obtained from 15 healthy male and female Saudi volunteers living in Riyadh, Saudi ...
Sayed Amin Amer   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Otoscopic visualization of cerumen: inter-rater agreement [PDF]

open access: yes, 2005
A dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Bachelor of Science (Speech and Hearing Sciences), The University of Hong Kong, June 30, 2005.Also available in print.Thesis (B.Sc)--University of Hong Kong, 2005 ...
Chan, Hin-yau, Denise
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Advances in the Treatment of Sensorineural Hearing Loss: From Traditional Therapies to Stem Cell and Gene Therapies

open access: yesAdvanced Sensor Research, Volume 5, Issue 4, April 2026.
Sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) occurs in 1.5 billion globally, primary driven by damage of cochlear hair cells and spiral ganglion neurons. This review systematically examines current therapeutic strategies for sensorineural hearing loss, including traditional drug and physical therapies as well as emerging stem cell and gene therapies, providing a ...
Ruirui Chen   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Lesions in the external auditory canal

open access: yesIndian Journal of Radiology and Imaging, 2011
The external auditory canal is an S- shaped osseo-cartilaginous structure that extends from the auricle to the tympanic membrane. Congenital, inflammatory, neoplastic, and traumatic lesions can affect the EAC.
Priyank S Chatra
doaj   +1 more source

Exploring the Functional Properties of Propolis, Geopropolis, and Cerumen, with a Special Emphasis on Their Antimicrobial Effects

open access: yesFoods, 2023
Bee propolis has been touted as a natural antimicrobial agent with the potential to replace antibiotics. Numerous reports and reviews have highlighted the functionalities and applications of the natural compound.
Bajaree Chuttong   +10 more
doaj   +1 more source

Perbandingan Efektivitas Beberapa Pelarut Terhadap Kelarutan Cerumen Obturans Secara in Vitro [PDF]

open access: yes, 2009
Cerumen obturans merupakan suatu keadaan patologis yang tidak membahayakan jiwa tetapi dapat mengakibatkan perasaan tidak nyaman seperti rasa penuh di telinga, nyeri, gangguan pendengaran dan ketulian serta penurunan kualitas hidup.
Djamin, R. (Riskiana)   +3 more
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Honey as a Natural Flavorful Product: A Comprehensive Review of Its Potential Biological Activities and Recent Studies

open access: yesFood Science &Nutrition, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
Health impacts of honey. ABSTRACT Honey is a natural and nutritious product of the honey bee (Apis mellifera) with low water content. Its color ranges from white to amber, with taste varying accordingly. The chemical form and viscosity of honey depend on its composition.
Ecem Bolat   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

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