A Novel Missense Variant in LMX1A Leads to Autosomal Dominant Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss
ABSTRACT Hereditary nonsyndromic hearing loss (NSHL) is a prevalent entity associated with over 150 known causative genes, including LMX1A, which has fewer than 10 reported pathogenic variants. Here we present a novel missense variant in LMX1A in a family of European descent with hereditary hearing loss. Clinical and family histories were obtained, and
Ryan Chen +3 more
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Ventilation Pathways of Middle Ear and Mastoid in Patients Undergoing Endoscopic Tympanoplasty at a Tertiary Care Center in Uttarakhand: An Observational Study. [PDF]
Raza MM, Pant B, Sharma N, Ahmed S.
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ABSTRACT Noonan Syndrome (NS) is a clinically and genetically heterogeneous condition characterized by typical facial dysmorphisms, short stature, congenital heart defects, and developmental delays. While variants in genes such as PTPN11, SOS1, and RAF1 account for most genetically confirmed cases, diagnosis is challenging due to phenotypic overlap ...
Gabriela Jeesoo Kim +9 more
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Extensive deep neck abscess caused by middle ear cholesteatoma complicating Proteus vulgaris infection: A case report and literature review. [PDF]
Jin M, Zhu Z, Zhou P, Liu S.
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ABSTRACT Patients with Turner Syndrome (TS) and those exposed to high concentrations of glucocorticoids have a number of characteristics in common, including an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Pediatric TS patients underwent studies of salivary cortisol (SC) and cortisone (SCn), body composition, continuous glucose monitoring, vascular ...
Lily Jones +6 more
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Effect of Middle Ear Prosthesis Diameter in Platinotomy and Partial Platinectomy on Hearing Gain: A Finite Element Study. [PDF]
Ceddia M +5 more
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ABSTRACT Hearing loss is a poignant issue in many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and, without sufficient support, it can also contribute to disabling life experiences. The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is intended to provide support to eligible people experiencing disability, however, to effectively serve this ...
Hannah Lack +4 more
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Middle Ear Disorders in Children with Down Syndrome: The Detrimental Effect on Speech and Language Development. [PDF]
Tenenbaum A +6 more
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Do Skin Prick Tests Predict Nasal Provocation Test Outcomes in Allergic Rhinitis Patients?
ABSTRACT Background In diagnosing allergic rhinitis (AR), conventional skin prick tests (SPTs) often fail to reflect allergen‐induced nasal symptoms. Conversely, nasal provocation tests (NPTs) provide more definitive assessments but are less accessible.
Yunhyung Lee +3 more
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Life-threatening pneumocephalus from middle ear defect causing cerebrospinal fluid leakage into the eustachian tube: illustrative case. [PDF]
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