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View article: Correction: Partial Horizontal Supracricoid Laryngectomy: Which Factors Impact on Post-decannulation Swallowing Outcomes? A Prospective Single-Center Experience
Correction: Partial Horizontal Supracricoid Laryngectomy: Which Factors Impact on Post-decannulation Swallowing Outcomes? A Prospective Single-Center Experience Open
View article: Anti-neuroinflammatory therapy for non-pulsatile tinnitus in patients with sinus vascular anomalies: preliminary result on two cases
Anti-neuroinflammatory therapy for non-pulsatile tinnitus in patients with sinus vascular anomalies: preliminary result on two cases Open
Background Vascular anomalies are commonly associated with pulsatile tinnitus, but their potential role in triggering non-pulsatile tinnitus through neuroinflammation is not well established. Furthermore, few studies have investigated non-…
View article: Comparison of microscopic vs. endoscopic technique in revision stapes surgery: a systematic literature review
Comparison of microscopic vs. endoscopic technique in revision stapes surgery: a systematic literature review Open
Introduction In this study, we aimed to evaluate the differences in hearing outcomes and surgical complications after revision stapes procedure using endoscopic and microscopic techniques. Methods Systematic literature review was performed…
View article: Adelmidrol to fight upper airways inflammation in children: a pilot case control study to safety and efficacy
Adelmidrol to fight upper airways inflammation in children: a pilot case control study to safety and efficacy Open
View article: Isolated cranial nerve disorder as presenting sign in multiple sclerosis: optic nerve versus “the others”
Isolated cranial nerve disorder as presenting sign in multiple sclerosis: optic nerve versus “the others” Open
Background The prevalence of cranial nerve involvement in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) varies across studies. It has been speculated that first presentation of disease with cranial nerve involvement – except for optic neuritis – may be associat…
View article: “Do You Hear What I Hear?” Speech and Voice Alterations in Hearing Loss: A Systematic Review
“Do You Hear What I Hear?” Speech and Voice Alterations in Hearing Loss: A Systematic Review Open
Background: Although hearing loss influences voice characteristics, such changes may be under-recognized during clinical consultations. This systematic review examines voice alterations in adults with post-lingual hearing loss, considering…
View article: Proposal of a Theoretically Feasible Method to Perform Perilymph Sampling in Clinical Settings
Proposal of a Theoretically Feasible Method to Perform Perilymph Sampling in Clinical Settings Open
The ability to analyze perilymph could allow inner ear pathologies to be studied. However, today, perilymph sampling is only performed for research purposes because of the risk of negative outcomes such as hearing loss or balance disorders…
View article: Oral Health Epidemiological Investigation in an Urban Homeless Population
Oral Health Epidemiological Investigation in an Urban Homeless Population Open
The purpose of this clinical epidemiological investigation was to examine the oral health conditions of homeless people in the city of Rome, Italy. A total of 157 homeless subjects were subjected to a first dental visit, during which anamn…
View article: Combining early lower eyelid surgery with neuromuscular retraining for synkinesis prevention after facial palsy: the role of the eye in aberrant facial nerve regeneration
Combining early lower eyelid surgery with neuromuscular retraining for synkinesis prevention after facial palsy: the role of the eye in aberrant facial nerve regeneration Open
Background Facial synkinesis (FS) is a distressing sequela of facial palsy (FP) characterized by involuntary, simultaneous movements of facial muscles occurring during voluntary facial expressions. Treatment of synkinesis is challenging, a…
View article: Algorithm for the Treatment of Tip Malformation Combining a Clinical Qualitative Assessment and Specific Closed-Rhinoplasty Techniques Based on Retrospective Analysis of Pellegrini’s Fellows 40 Years’ Experience
Algorithm for the Treatment of Tip Malformation Combining a Clinical Qualitative Assessment and Specific Closed-Rhinoplasty Techniques Based on Retrospective Analysis of Pellegrini’s Fellows 40 Years’ Experience Open
Background The aesthetic importance of nasal tip and the complexity of its surgical correction make the surgery of this area one of the most fascinating facial surgical procedures. Despite description of different sculpturing techniques to…
View article: “The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on research activities: A survey of the largest Italian academic community”
“The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on research activities: A survey of the largest Italian academic community” Open
Purpose The aim of the present work is to explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on research activities in a vast multidisciplinary academic community to identify the most critical issues. Method To this purpose we planned a survey ad…
View article: Exploring Inner Ear and Brain Connectivity through Perilymph Sampling for Early Detection of Neurological Diseases: A Provocative Proposal
Exploring Inner Ear and Brain Connectivity through Perilymph Sampling for Early Detection of Neurological Diseases: A Provocative Proposal Open
Recent evidence shows that it is possible to identify the elements responsible for sensorineural hearing loss, such as pro-inflammatory cytokines and macrophages, by performing perilymph sampling. However, current studies have only focused…
View article: Sound therapy in patients with tinnitus: traditional sound generators vs. mobile apps.
Sound therapy in patients with tinnitus: traditional sound generators vs. mobile apps. Open
This study confirms the value of TRT, which in patients with mild tinnitus (category 0), can also be delivered through mobile apps with results comparable to traditional sound generators. Further studies are necessary to confirm the effect…
View article: Unilateral versus bilateral stapes surgery: A comparative study on auditory outcome and quality of life
Unilateral versus bilateral stapes surgery: A comparative study on auditory outcome and quality of life Open
Otosclerosis is a well-known disease which mainly affects middle-aged female patients, causing conductive or mixed hearing loss. Diagnosis is essentially made through a complete audiometric battery testing, while treatment substantially re…
View article: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Alteration of Vocal Function: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Alteration of Vocal Function: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Introduction: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder among young women, correlated with hyperandrogenism. Among the symptoms of PCOS, vocal alterations are quite unknown. Dysphonia may be related to hy…
View article: Montgomery Salivary Bypass Tube vs Self-Expandable Metal Stents for the treatment of esophageal strictures after total laryngectomy: a crossover study.
Montgomery Salivary Bypass Tube vs Self-Expandable Metal Stents for the treatment of esophageal strictures after total laryngectomy: a crossover study. Open
In patients who are already undergoing cyclic dilations and application of MSBT, switching to SEMS is not beneficial. Furthermore, MSBT has a significantly shorter implant procedure, does not expose the patient to X-rays, and, in the absen…
View article: Reduced expression of secretogranin VGF in laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma
Reduced expression of secretogranin VGF in laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma Open
Laryngeal cancer accounts for one-third of all head and neck tumors, with squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) being the most predominant type, followed by neuroendocrine tumors. Chromogranins, are commonly used as biomarkers for neuroendocrine t…
View article: A Retrospective Multicenter Italian Analysis of Epidemiological, Clinical and Histopathological Features in a Sample of Patients with Acinic Cell Carcinoma of the Parotid Gland
A Retrospective Multicenter Italian Analysis of Epidemiological, Clinical and Histopathological Features in a Sample of Patients with Acinic Cell Carcinoma of the Parotid Gland Open
Background. The acinic cell carcinoma (AciCC) of the parotid gland is a rare tumor with an indolent behavior; however, a subgroup of this tumor presents an aggressive behavior with a tendency to recur. The aim of this multicenter study was…
View article: Nerve Growth Factor and Autoimmune Diseases
Nerve Growth Factor and Autoimmune Diseases Open
NGF plays a crucial immunomodulatory role and increased levels are found in numerous tissues during autoimmune states. NGF directly modulates innate and adaptive immune responses of B and T cells and causes the release of neuropeptides and…
View article: A report about the experience of COVID-19 active surveillance of homeless, undocumented people, and shelter staff in two cities of Lazio, Italy.
A report about the experience of COVID-19 active surveillance of homeless, undocumented people, and shelter staff in two cities of Lazio, Italy. Open
People experiencing homelessness and undocumented migrants are often not registered in the National Health Service and, therefore, difficult to trace. These data could aid in estimating the spread of SARS-CoV-2 among people experiencing ho…
View article: High-Definition 3D Exoscope in Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology: A Systematic Literature Review
High-Definition 3D Exoscope in Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology: A Systematic Literature Review Open
This PRISMA-compliant systematic review aimed to investigate the use of and the most common procedures performed with the novel 3D 4K exoscope in surgical pediatric head and neck settings. Methods: Search criteria were applied to PubMed, E…
View article: Neuroinflammatory disorders of the brain and inner ear: a systematic review of auditory function in patients with migraine, multiple sclerosis, and neurodegeneration to support the idea of an innovative ‘window of discovery’
Neuroinflammatory disorders of the brain and inner ear: a systematic review of auditory function in patients with migraine, multiple sclerosis, and neurodegeneration to support the idea of an innovative ‘window of discovery’ Open
Background Hearing can be impaired in many neurological conditions and can even represent a forme fruste of specific disorders. Auditory function can be measured by either subjective or objective tests. Objective tests are more useful in i…
View article: Special Issue on Prevention and Treatment of Medical Diseases in Vulnerable Populations
Special Issue on Prevention and Treatment of Medical Diseases in Vulnerable Populations Open
Several specific groups within the world’s population have shown that they are particularly vulnerable to quality health care problems, differential experiences in the health system or increased burden of ill health [...]
View article: Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on paediatric otolaryngology: a nationwide study
Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on paediatric otolaryngology: a nationwide study Open
Paediatric ORL was highly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with a significant reduction of surgical and outpatient activities and a delay in time-sensitive diagnosis. Therefore, the implementation of new strategies, such as telemedicine,…
View article: Neurofilament Expression as a Biomarker of Post-COVID-19 Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Neurofilament Expression as a Biomarker of Post-COVID-19 Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss Open
Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL) affects a patient’s quality of life and requires rapid treatment. The etiology is viral, vascular, and autoimmune, even though, in most cases, it remains idiopathic SSHL. Since 2019, several differe…
View article: Corrigendum: Auditory disturbances and SARS-CoV-2 infection: brain inflammation or cochlear affection? Systematic review and discussion of potential pathogenesis
Corrigendum: Auditory disturbances and SARS-CoV-2 infection: brain inflammation or cochlear affection? Systematic review and discussion of potential pathogenesis Open
[This corrects the article DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2021.707207.].
View article: Systematic Review of Management and Survival Outcome of Parotid Cancers with Lateral Skull Base Invasion
Systematic Review of Management and Survival Outcome of Parotid Cancers with Lateral Skull Base Invasion Open
View article: Correlation Between Air–Bone Gap and Vestibular Aqueduct Size in Enlarged Vestibular Aqueduct Syndrome: A Systematic Review
Correlation Between Air–Bone Gap and Vestibular Aqueduct Size in Enlarged Vestibular Aqueduct Syndrome: A Systematic Review Open
View article: Partial Horizontal Supracricoid Laryngectomy: Which Factors Impact on Post-decannulation Swallowing Outcomes? A Prospective Single-Center Experience
Partial Horizontal Supracricoid Laryngectomy: Which Factors Impact on Post-decannulation Swallowing Outcomes? A Prospective Single-Center Experience Open
View article: A Supplement with Ribes Nigrum, Boswellia Serrata, Bromelain and Vitamin D to Stop Local Inflammation in Chronic Sinusitis: A Case-Control Study
A Supplement with Ribes Nigrum, Boswellia Serrata, Bromelain and Vitamin D to Stop Local Inflammation in Chronic Sinusitis: A Case-Control Study Open
Although chronic sinusitis widely affects the adult population, the treatments currently used did not always satisfactorily solve the symptoms. Traditional therapy with steroids and antibiotics presents risks and benefits and the new drugs…