Anne B Harris, Elizabeth Seeliger, Christi Hess, Allison L Sedey, Kayla Kristensen, Yen Lee, Winnie Chung
{"title":"Early Identification of Hearing Loss and Language Development at 32 Months of Age.","authors":"Anne B Harris, Elizabeth Seeliger, Christi Hess, Allison L Sedey, Kayla Kristensen, Yen Lee, Winnie Chung","doi":"10.3390/ohbm3040008","DOIUrl":"10.3390/ohbm3040008","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study examines the relationship between the early identification of hearing loss and language outcomes for deaf/hard of hearing (D/HH) children, with bilateral or unilateral hearing loss and with or without additional disabilities. It was hypothesized that hearing loss identified by 3 months of age would be associated with better language outcomes. Using a prospective, longitudinal design, 86 families completed developmental instruments at two time points: at an average age of 14.8 months and an average age of 32.1 months. Multiple regression examined how hearing loss identified by 3 months of age contributed to later language outcomes while controlling for developmental level at the first time point. Hearing loss identified by 3 months of age was positively associated with better language outcomes for D/HH children at 32 months of age; however, D/HH children still exhibited language delays, compared to normative scores for same-aged hearing peers for reported measures. Language outcomes of children with unilateral hearing loss were not better than those of children with mild-to-moderate bilateral hearing loss. Children with additional disabilities and more severe bilateral hearing loss had lower language scores than those without.</p>","PeriodicalId":73883,"journal":{"name":"Journal of otorhinolaryngology, hearing and balance medicine","volume":"3 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-10-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10174220/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9491206","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kotaro Tsutsumi, Sina Soltanzadeh-Zarandi, Pooya Khosravi, K. Goshtasbi, H. Djalilian, M. Abouzari
{"title":"Machine Learning in the Management of Lateral Skull Base Tumors: A Systematic Review","authors":"Kotaro Tsutsumi, Sina Soltanzadeh-Zarandi, Pooya Khosravi, K. Goshtasbi, H. Djalilian, M. Abouzari","doi":"10.3390/ohbm3040007","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ohbm3040007","url":null,"abstract":"The application of machine learning (ML) techniques to otolaryngology remains a topic of interest and prevalence in the literature, though no previous articles have summarized the current state of ML application to management and the diagnosis of lateral skull base (LSB) tumors. Subsequently, we present a systematic overview of previous applications of ML techniques to the management of LSB tumors. Independent searches were conducted on PubMed and Web of Science between August 2020 and February 2021 to identify the literature pertaining to the use of ML techniques in LSB tumor surgery written in the English language. All articles were assessed in regard to their application task, ML methodology, and their outcomes. A total of 32 articles were examined. The number of articles involving applications of ML techniques to LSB tumor surgeries has significantly increased since the first article relevant to this field was published in 1994. The most commonly employed ML category was tree-based algorithms. Most articles were included in the category of surgical management (13; 40.6%), followed by those in disease classification (8; 25%). Overall, the application of ML techniques to the management of LSB tumor has evolved rapidly over the past two decades, and the anticipated growth in the future could significantly augment the surgical outcomes and management of LSB tumors.","PeriodicalId":73883,"journal":{"name":"Journal of otorhinolaryngology, hearing and balance medicine","volume":"2 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-09-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81754336","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Narrative Review of Auditory Categorisation and Its Potential Role in Tinnitus Perception","authors":"D. Vajsakovic, Michael R D Maslin, G. Searchfield","doi":"10.3390/ohbm3030006","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ohbm3030006","url":null,"abstract":"Auditory categorisation is a phenomenon reflecting the non-linear nature of human perceptual spaces which govern sound perception. Categorisation training paradigms may reduce sensitivity toward training stimuli, decreasing the representation of these stimuli in auditory perceptual maps. Reduced cortical representation may have clinical implications for conditions that arise from disturbances in cortical activation, such as tinnitus. This review explores the categorisation of sound, with a particular focus on tinnitus. The potential of categorisation training as a sound-based tinnitus therapy is discussed. A narrative review methodological framework was followed. Four databases (PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, and ScienceDirect) were extensively searched for the following key words: categorisation, categorical perception, perceptual magnet effect, generalisation, and categorisation OR categorical perception OR perceptual magnet effect OR generalisation AND sound. Given the exploratory nature of the review and the fact that early works on categorisation are crucial to the understanding and development of auditory categorisation, all study types were selected for the period 1950–2022. Reference lists of articles were reviewed to identify any further relevant studies. The results of the review were catalogued and organised into themes. In total, 112 articles were reviewed in full, from which 59 were found to contain relevant information and were included in the review. Key themes identified included categorical perception of speech stimuli, warping of the auditory perceptual space, categorisation versus discrimination, the presence of categorisation across several modalities, and categorisation as an innate versus learned feature. Although a substantial amount of work focused on evaluating the effects of categorisation training on sound perception, only two studies investigated the effects of categorisation training on tinnitus. Implementation of a categorisation-based perceptual training paradigm could serve as a promising means of tinnitus management by reversing the changes in cortical plasticity that are seen in tinnitus, in turn altering the representation of sound within the auditory cortex itself. In the instance that the categorisation training is successful, this would likely mean a decrease in the level of activity within the auditory cortex (and other associated cortical areas found to be hyperactive in tinnitus) as well as a reduction in tinnitus salience.","PeriodicalId":73883,"journal":{"name":"Journal of otorhinolaryngology, hearing and balance medicine","volume":"28 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"83469299","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Boboshko, E. Garbaruk, S. M. Vikhnina, L. Golovanova, E. Ogorodnikova, A. V. Rabchevskaya, E. V. Zhilinskaia
{"title":"The New Coronavirus Infection (COVID-19) and Hearing Function in Adults","authors":"M. Boboshko, E. Garbaruk, S. M. Vikhnina, L. Golovanova, E. Ogorodnikova, A. V. Rabchevskaya, E. V. Zhilinskaia","doi":"10.3390/ohbm3020005","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ohbm3020005","url":null,"abstract":"In this study, we assessed the impact of COVID-19 on the hearing function in adults. A total of 161 subjects were examined, and the results of a previous audiological examination of 24 patients were reviewed. Pure tone audiometry, impedancemetry, speech audiometry in quiet and noise, the Binaural Fusion Test, the dichotic digits test, and a cognitive status examination were performed. A total of 81% of patients complained about hearing disorders, and 43% noted memory impairment. According to pure tone audiometry, 24% of the subjects had normal hearing, while 76% had some degree of hearing loss. No significant changes in hearing thresholds were found in comparison with audiological examinations performed before COVID-19. Disorder of monosyllabic words’ intelligibility in quiet was found in 33% of patients, and in 42% in noise, along with low indicators in the dichotic digits test in 54% of patients. Moreover, 71% of patients had low scores on the MoCA scale that indicated cognitive impairment. Conclusions: The deterioration of speech test scores in patients after COVID-19 can occur due to central auditory processing disorders (CAPD), memory impairment, or changes in cognitive status in general.","PeriodicalId":73883,"journal":{"name":"Journal of otorhinolaryngology, hearing and balance medicine","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"90425014","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Bich-Ty Tran-Thi, Minh Quach-Thieu, Bao-Ngoc Le-Tran, Duy Nguyen-Duc, Nguyen Tran-Hiep, Thao Nguyen-Thi, Yen-Linh Nguyen-Ngoc, Anh Nguyen-Tuan, Tram Tang-Thi-Thao, T. Nguyen-Van, S. Duong-Quy
{"title":"Study of the Agreement of the Apnea–Hypopnea Index Measured Simultaneously by Pressure Transducer via Respiratory Polygraphy and by Thermistor via Polysomnography in Real Time with the Same Individuals","authors":"Bich-Ty Tran-Thi, Minh Quach-Thieu, Bao-Ngoc Le-Tran, Duy Nguyen-Duc, Nguyen Tran-Hiep, Thao Nguyen-Thi, Yen-Linh Nguyen-Ngoc, Anh Nguyen-Tuan, Tram Tang-Thi-Thao, T. Nguyen-Van, S. Duong-Quy","doi":"10.3390/ohbm3020004","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ohbm3020004","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common disorder and can lead to many severe complications; however, the majority of patients remain undiagnosed. Although polysomnography (PSG) remains the gold standard of diagnosis, it is usually uncomfortable and costly for patients. Purpose: The study aims to assess the agreement of the AHI measured by polygraphy (PG) (Philips Alice NightOne) with that of polysomnography (Philips Alice PDx) simultaneously recorded in-lab. Methods: A total of 11 voluntary participants over 18 years old underwent one night of simultaneous PSG and PG recording in sleep laboratories. Studied parameters (AHI, OAI, CAI, MAI, and minSpO2) were analyzed and reported by the Philips Sleepware G3 software. PSG and PG results were scored by qualified staff. Results: In terms of AHI, the mean AHI derived from PG was different from that of PSG—7.78 and 2.37 events/h, respectively. A Bland–Altman analysis of the AHI on PSG versus PG showed a mean difference of 5.41; limits of agreement (equal to ±2 standard deviations) were from −6.74 to 17.56. The Bland–Altman analysis showed a slight difference between the two methods, with a mean difference of −0.12 events/h in CAI, 1.35 events/h in OAI, and 0.42 events/h in MAI. Conclusions: In the population with a low suspicion of OSA, the PG showed a low agreement with the simultaneous PSG in the sleep lab. Therefore, PG should only be used as a screening method. Further studies with sufficient sensors in the expanded populations of OSA are needed.","PeriodicalId":73883,"journal":{"name":"Journal of otorhinolaryngology, hearing and balance medicine","volume":"35 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"85470210","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Aldè, H. Didier, A. Giannì, Fabiola Sessa, G. Borromeo, Alexandre Henri Didier, S. Barozzi, D. Zanetti, F. Di Berardino
{"title":"Prevalence of New-Onset Otological Symptoms in Patients with Temporomandibular Disorders","authors":"M. Aldè, H. Didier, A. Giannì, Fabiola Sessa, G. Borromeo, Alexandre Henri Didier, S. Barozzi, D. Zanetti, F. Di Berardino","doi":"10.3390/ohbm3020003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ohbm3020003","url":null,"abstract":"The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate the prevalence of new-onset otological symptoms and the possible associations between tinnitus and oral parafunctional habits among patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) who attended a Craniofacial Pain Outpatient and a Dentistry Clinic. The medical reports and charts of patients who experienced TMD between 1 February 2016 and 31 December 2017 were reviewed, in order to evaluate the prevalence of new-onset aural fullness, vertigo and tinnitus. Tinnitus was also analyzed in more detail to evaluate possible associations with parafunctional habits. A total of 400 patients (301 females, 99 males) met the inclusion criteria, with a median age of 39.6 ± 15.6 years. Overall, new-onset otological symptoms were reported by 304 (76%) subjects with TMD. Among otological symptoms, aural fullness was the most common (n = 133, 33.3%), followed by tinnitus (n = 92, 23%) and vertigo (n = 79, 19.8%). No significant correlations were found between tinnitus and bruxism (p = 0.28), clenching (p = 0.11), nail-biting (p = 0.96), sleeping prone (p = 0.27), chewing gum (p = 0.99) and talking for a long time (p = 0.42). The present study suggests that all patients with TMD should be investigated for new-onset otological symptoms, regardless of oral parafunctional habits. Early diagnosis would allow to plan personalized and appropriate therapeutic and rehabilitative pathways, minimizing the negative impact due to TMD.","PeriodicalId":73883,"journal":{"name":"Journal of otorhinolaryngology, hearing and balance medicine","volume":"81 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-04-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"73369135","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Current Opinions in Otorhinolaryngology in Japan","authors":"N. Narita","doi":"10.3390/ohbm3020002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ohbm3020002","url":null,"abstract":"The field of otolaryngology has developed through the continuous efforts of otolaryngologists around the world [...]","PeriodicalId":73883,"journal":{"name":"Journal of otorhinolaryngology, hearing and balance medicine","volume":"24 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-04-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"78615852","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Otorhinolaryngological Advancements in Phoniatrics","authors":"W. Tseng, Tzu-Yen Huang","doi":"10.3390/ohbm3010001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ohbm3010001","url":null,"abstract":"The production of voice is a powerful tool not only for communication, but also for artistic performances [...]","PeriodicalId":73883,"journal":{"name":"Journal of otorhinolaryngology, hearing and balance medicine","volume":"64 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-03-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"90202992","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Odontogenic Maxillary Sinusitis: The Interface and Collaboration between Rhinologists and Dentists","authors":"B. Nandakumar, N. Niles, L. Kalish","doi":"10.3390/ohbm2040008","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ohbm2040008","url":null,"abstract":"Odontogenic maxillary sinusitis (OMS) is an inflammatory condition affecting the paranasal sinuses and is commonly encountered by both Otorhinolaryngologists and Dentists. However, there is an ongoing debate regarding the best sequence of management. Clinicians are faced with the dilemma of first addressing either the affected tooth or the affected sinus. This paper provides a review of the current literature on the aetiology, presentation, and management of OMS, as well as our experience in managing this condition. Overall, the causative pathology of the patient’s OMS, their symptoms, and the risk of surgery should drive decision making with regards to sequence of management.","PeriodicalId":73883,"journal":{"name":"Journal of otorhinolaryngology, hearing and balance medicine","volume":"5 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-11-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"91144357","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
N. Narita, Yumi Ito, Y. Kato, Y. Kimura, Y. Imoto, K. Ogi, Masayuki Okamoto, T. Takabayashi, S. Fujieda
{"title":"Combined Subciliary/Transantral Approach for Reconstruction of Orbital Floor Fracture","authors":"N. Narita, Yumi Ito, Y. Kato, Y. Kimura, Y. Imoto, K. Ogi, Masayuki Okamoto, T. Takabayashi, S. Fujieda","doi":"10.3390/ohbm2030007","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ohbm2030007","url":null,"abstract":"Orbital floor fracture, especially with constriction of orbital soft tissue, should be reconstructed surgically. Although various approaches to treat the orbital floor have been reported, procedures have not been unified among hospitals or surgeons. Since 2009, we have adopted a procedure combining a transorbital approach via subciliary incision with a transantral approach through upper gingival incision. The combined approach compensates for the shortcomings of each approach, leading to successful reconstruction. It is applicable safely for trapdoor fracture of the orbital floor in children, which more frequently constricts orbital soft tissue and which leaves permanent diplopia. This report retrospectively assessed clinical preoperative findings and postoperative outcomes of patients who received reconstruction of orbital floor fracture with the combined approach in our department from August 2009 through March 2021. Data of 21 patients with orbital floor fracture were analyzed, only one (4.8%) of whom had postoperative diplopia. Specifically, we describe children with trapdoor fracture treated with the combined approach, resulting in complete recovery. The combined approach stands as an excellent procedure for reconstruction of orbital floor fracture in adults and even in children.","PeriodicalId":73883,"journal":{"name":"Journal of otorhinolaryngology, hearing and balance medicine","volume":"44 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-09-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"87135188","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}