Newer studies assess the effect of cochlear implants on independent risk factors for dementia associated with hearing loss, including cognition, depression, and physical activity.
Should Adults Aged 26 to 45 Years Receive the Human Papillomavirus Vaccine?
Based on studies of the previously available bivalent and quadrivalent HPV vaccines, the current HPV vaccine is safe and proves efficacious in both adult women and men aged over 26 years.
What Is the Best Test for Diagnosing and Monitoring Treatment Response in Malignant Otitis Externa?
CT and MRI are widely available and afford excellent anatomic resolution.
Is Endolymphatic Sac Surgery Beneficial for Ménière’s Disease?
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.
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