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Operatives Techniques in Otolaryngology journal cover image.

Suspect the unsuspecting in thyroid cancer

1 July 2018 | | Thyroid cancer, Invasive thyroid cancer, Aerodigestive tract invasion
This article reminds readers of how often invasive thyroid disease can appear, as the symptomatology is minimal. Noticeable airway symptoms appear after 50% of the airway is involved and surgeons can often fall in the unsuspecting trap of discovering locally...
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What is the prognostic value of lymph node yield and density in head and neck cancer?

1 September 2018 | | head and neck cancer, lymph node ratio, lymph node yield, prognostic value, systematic review
Neck dissection in addition to surgery of the primary site is commonly recommended in head and neck cancer treatment. However, there has been no consensus on the number of nodes that need to be removed to constitute a sufficient neck...
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Clinical features of BPPV in Meniere’s disease

1 July 2019 | | ENTA - Neurotology, ENTA - Tinnitus
It is an observation that BPPV appears to be commonly associated with Meniere’s disease (MD). This five-year study compared features and treatment outcomes between patients presenting with MD in conjunction with unilateral BPPV and a group of BPPV patients without...
The Laryngoscope journal cover image.

What is balloon eustachian tuboplasty (BET)?

1 May 2018 | | Eustachian tube dysfunction, adults, balloon dilation of the tuba auditiva, systematic review
Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) is the result of a combination of factors that interfere with the mucosal functional or cartilaginous structures. Failure to open the eustachian tubes can cause aural pain, pressure in the ears, muffled hearing, crackling/popping sounds in...
The Journal of International Advanced Otology cover image.

N-acetylcysteine may have a role in the protection of cochlear hair cells

1 November 2015 |
Gentamycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic which is widely used throughout the world, despite its ototoxic potential. It therefore seems wise to continue the search for accessible otoprotective agents. The aim of this study was to clarify the potential protective role...
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Semi dynamic reconstruction of the lower lip

1 September 2015 | | Bidirectional/double fascia grafting, Facial paralysis, Lower lip deformity, Semi-dynamic reconstruction
The main goal of reconstructive surgery for facial paralysis is the restoration of smiling and function of eye closure. The deformity of the lower lip in paralysis is ptosis of the corner of the mouth, eversion of the vermillion and...
Sleep and Breathing journal cover image.

European position paper on drug induced sedation endoscopy (DISE)

1 November 2014 | | ENTA - Laryngology / Swallowing / Voice, ENTA - ENT
DISE is a controversial topic but a practice that is largely accepted in the UK. There has been much variation about the technique, and how to interpret the results. For this reason, a collection of European DISE bigwigs aimed for...
Audiology & Neurotology journal cover image.

Is there a role for hyperbaric treatment in sudden hearing loss?

1 January 2019 | | Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, Intratympanic injection, Sudden sensorineural hearing loss, Systemic steroid, Treatment
Sudden sensorineural hearing loss is a common presentation to ENT departments with a significant difference in management both at a local and regional level. The authors seek to clarify the role of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in combination with oral and...

ESPO 2025

3 May 2025 -6 May 2025
Ayla TabaksertOver 1000 paediatric ENT specialists from 68 countries said “Guten tag!” as they convened for the 17th Congress of the European Society of Paediatric Otorhinolaryngology (ESPO 2025) at the International Congress Centre, Stuttgart. In a city known for world-class...

Facing up to the challenge of behavioural observation in infant hearing assessment

31 October 2018 | | ENTA - Audiology - Paediatric, ENTA - Audiology - Diagnostic
The ability to assess detection and discrimination of speech by infants has proved elusive. Dr Iain Jackson and colleagues discuss how new technologies and fresh approaches might offer valuable insight into young infants’ behavioural responses to sound. The limits of...

In conversation with Emma Stapleton, winner of the Hunter Doig Medal 2022

3 June 2023
The Hunter Doig Medal is awarded once every two years to a female Fellow or Member of the Royal College of the Surgeons of Edinburgh who has demonstrated outstanding career potential and ambition. The medal is named after two female surgeons, Alice Headwards-Hunter and Caroline Doig.

Confederation of European ORL Societies - your society!

8 January 2024 | | ENTA - Otology, ENTA - Head & Neck, ENTA - Laryngology / Swallowing / Voice, ENTA - Paediatrics, ENTA - Rhinology / Sinus, ENTA - Skull Base Surgery
Per Cayé-Thomasen is a professor of otology and skull base surgery in Copenhagen. In Milan, he succeeded Cem Meco as the president of the CEORL-HNS. Under his presidency, the confederation has continued to develop its educational activities and encourage professional...