ABSTRACT Objective Chronic otitis media (COM) is a major public health concern, particularly in developing countries. Although complications have decreased with modern antibiotics, they still cause significant morbidity and mortality. This study analyzed the clinical features, bacteriological profiles, and treatment outcomes of COM complications at a ...
Viraporn Atchariyasathian +1 more
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Expanding use of the Foley catheter in maxillofacial surgery. [PDF]
Bhatti Z, Thacker J.
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ABSTRACT Background Sinonasal malignancies with orbital involvement may be managed with orbit‐sacrificing or orbit‐preserving surgical approaches, with a recent shift towards orbital preservation to reduce postoperative morbidity while maintaining oncological success.
Claire Jing‐Wen Tan +9 more
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Awareness of the Scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Referral Practices Among Medical Professionals in Telangana: A Cross-Sectional Study. [PDF]
Sarah AM +9 more
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Worldwide Burden of Hearing Loss Across Childhood and Adolescence, 1990–2021, and Projection to 2050
ABSTRACT Objectives This article aims to analyze the trends in hearing loss (HL) prevalence and years lived with disability (YLDs) in children and adolescents from 1990 to 2021, and the corresponding health inequalities, decomposing causes, and future trends.
Jiao Zhang +8 more
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Orthodontic and Maxillofacial Surgery Treatment in Achondroplasia for Orofacial Alterations: A Systematic Review and Preliminary Age-Stratified Guidelines. [PDF]
Farronato M +5 more
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ABSTRACT Background Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) impacts patients' concentration, ability to work, and overall quality of life. Current treatment options include topical and oral medications, and surgery. Recent evidence supports the efficacy of biologics in improving symptoms and quality of life.
Baharudin Abdullah +19 more
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A scoping review on platelet-rich fibrin-driven bone regeneration: biological mechanisms and clinical applications in oral and maxillofacial surgery. [PDF]
Cho DH, Kim YS, Lee J, Park JY.
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Subjective Visual Vertical Can be an Effective Tool to Evaluate Vestibular Function of Stapedotomy
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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Locally delivered dexpanthenol enhances bone regeneration in a rabbit defect model: Implications for oral and maxillofacial surgery. [PDF]
Isleyen M, Cina M, Altıntas B, Ozmen O.
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