ESS can be considered in patients that are refractory to medical management as a non-destructive option, as risk to hearing is low.
When Is Surgical Intervention Indicated for Vocal Fold Leukoplakia?
Management remains controversial because there is no universally accepted consensus on the threshold for surgical intervention, appropriate treatment strategy, frequency of surveillance, and ablative versus excisional management
Does Cochlear Implantation Improve Cognitive Function?
New cochlear impant users consistently demonstrate improvements in attention, episodic, and working memory, as well as processing speed, even after as little as 6 months experience with their devices.
Do Steroids Improve Recovery in Vestibular Neuritis?
The management of vestibular neuritis with corticosteroids remains controversial.
Are Diuretics Useful in the Treatment of Meniére’s Disease?
There is a critical need for high-quality randomized control trials to determine if diuretics are effective for treating Meniére’s disease.
What Defines Asymmetric Sensorineural Hearing Loss?
Defining significant asymmetric sensorineural hearing loss (ASNHL) is important to determine if a patient requires further evaluation for retrocochlear pathology.
Does the Intracochlear Position of an Electrode Array Impact Performance?
A look at the major advantages and disadvantages of these electrodes to help guide surgeons considering electrode type.
Is Hearing Preserved Following Radiotherapy for Vestibular Schwannoma?
A common question by patients with newly diagnosed vestibular schwannomas (VS) is, Which treatment will best preserve my hearing?”
Is Anticoagulation Beneficial in Acute Mastoiditis Complicated by Sigmoid Sinus Thrombosis?
Sigmoid sinus thrombosis (SST) remains a rare but serious intracranial complication of acute mastoiditis.
How Old Is Too Old for Cochlear Implantation for Congenital Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss?
Earlier age at the time of cochlear implantation in congenitally deafened children has been demonstrated to be significantly correlated to improved outcomes.
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