Otorhinolaryngology

Advancing Dysphonia Evaluation: The Role of Dynamic Voice Computed Tomography in Complex Glottic Pathologies

By MedXY 11/09/2026

Dynamic Voice CT offers enhanced visualization of glottic anatomy in adults with complex dysphonia, complementing videostroboscopy and improving surgical decision-making, particularly for posterior glottic insufficiency and post-thyroplasty assessment.

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Real-Time Ultrasound-Guided Laryngeal Electromyography: A Feasibility Study Using an In-Plane Trajectory Approach

By MedXY 11/09/2026

This study evaluates the feasibility and safety of a real-time ultrasound-assisted laryngeal electromyography technique using a single in-plane trajectory view, showing 100% muscle sampling success and minimal adverse events in elderly patients without electromagnetic tracking.

Clinical Updates Ophthalmology Otorhinolaryngology

Bi-Allelic PRKCZ Loss-of-Function Variants Presenting as Adult-Onset Retinitis Pigmentosa: A Case Series and Functional Characterization

By MedXY 11/08/2026

Report of adult-onset retinitis pigmentosa linked to bi-allelic loss-of-function PRKCZ variants, highlighting clinical features, genetic diagnosis, and validation of pathogenic mechanisms.

Clinical Updates Neurology Otorhinolaryngology

Early Recognition and Management of Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis: Navigating Diagnostic Challenges and Therapeutic Strategies

By MedXY 11/08/2026

This article reviews the clinical presentation, diagnostic challenges, and management strategies for cavernous sinus thrombosis (CST), emphasizing early diagnosis, imaging findings, and the critical role of sinus surgery and anticoagulation to improve outcomes.

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Enhanced Palatal Donor-Site Healing with Chitosan and Injectable PRF: Insights from a Randomized Clinical Trial

By MedXY 11/07/2026

This RCT demonstrates that chitosan sponges, especially when enriched with injectable platelet-rich fibrin, significantly improve palatal wound healing and patient comfort following free gingival graft harvesting compared to gelatine sponges.

Clinical Updates Neurology Otorhinolaryngology

Selective Auditory Temporal Processing Deficits in Vestibular Migraine: Insights and Implications

By MedXY 11/06/2026

Vestibular migraine patients show impaired auditory temporal resolution despite normal hearing, highlighting central auditory processing involvement and suggesting potential for targeted auditory rehabilitation.

Clinical Updates Otorhinolaryngology Pediatrics

Unveiling the Impact of Social Vulnerability on Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea Outcomes

By MedXY 11/05/2026

This study highlights how social vulnerability correlates with higher asthma comorbidity and increased surgical intervention rates in children with obstructive sleep apnea, revealing disparities in disease severity and care pathways.

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Exploring the Impact of Psychosocial Stress on Vocal Fold Epithelium: Insights from Germ-Free and Conventionally-Raised Mice

By MedXY 11/03/2026

This study reveals that psychosocial stress induces vocal fold epithelial barrier dysfunction irrespective of microbiota presence, while microbiota presence uniquely promotes stress-induced epithelial proliferation in vocal folds, suggesting microbial influence on tissue repair mechanisms.

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Oral Irrigation Enhances Microbiome Stability and Recovery After Oral Cancer Reconstruction

By MedXY 11/03/2026

Surgical trauma from oral cancer reconstruction disrupts oral microbiota; staged oral irrigation, especially using bipolar water, supports microbial stabilization, lowers fungal presence, and improves patient comfort, aiding postoperative recovery.

Clinical Updates Otorhinolaryngology Pediatrics

Pediatric Parotidectomy: Insights from a Decade at a Tertiary Center

By MedXY 11/02/2026

A 10-year retrospective study of pediatric parotidectomy reveals primary parotid tumors, predominantly malignant acinic cell carcinoma, as the leading indication, with a low rate of permanent complications but a notable risk of temporary facial nerve weakness.

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Perception of Low-Frequency Musical Sound Quality in Hearing-Assistive Devices: Comparing Hearing Aids and Cochlear Implants

By MedXY 11/01/2026

This study evaluates how users of hearing aids and cochlear implants perceive musical sound quality when low-frequency components are degraded, revealing significant differences in sensitivity relevant to patient counseling and device optimization.

儿童阻塞性睡眠呼吸暂停手术成功率如何预测？——加权分析揭示扁桃体切除术结局的关键因素

Clinical Updates Otorhinolaryngology Pediatrics

Predicting Surgical Success in Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Insights from Weighted Analysis of Tonsillectomy Outcomes

By MedXY 10/30/2026

This study identifies preoperative apnea-hypopnea index as a key predictor of tonsillectomy success in children with obstructive sleep apnea, highlighting that surgery alone may be insufficient for severe cases.

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Advancing Inner Ear Imaging: A Synchrotron-Based Deep Learning Network Outperforms Expert Segmentation in Clinical CT Scans

By MedXY 10/29/2026

A novel deep learning network trained on synchrotron imaging data automates accurate inner ear segmentation in clinical CT, surpassing expert performance and establishing a new standard for preoperative planning.

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Swallowing Outcomes Following Early Treatment of Head and Neck Cancer-Related Lymphedema

By MedXY 10/27/2026

Early intervention for head and neck cancer-related lymphedema significantly improves swallowing function and patient-reported outcomes, supporting timely multidisciplinary care.

改良 Sommerlad-Furlow 腭成形术后伤口愈合延迟的预测因素与结局：大型队列研究的启示

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Predictors and Outcomes of Delayed Wound Healing Following Modified Sommerlad-Furlow Palatoplasty: Insights from a Large Cohort Study

By MedXY 10/27/2026

This study analyzes 1355 cleft palate repairs by modified Sommerlad-Furlow technique, identifying key predictors such as cleft width, surgeon qualification, postoperative infection, and operation duration that influence delayed wound healing outcomes.

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Uncovering Novel Genetic Contributors to Usher Syndrome: Insights from Comprehensive Mouse Knockout Models

By MedXY 10/26/2026

A large-scale phenotypic screen of 9,139 knockout mouse lines identified 18 candidate genes linked to retinal and hearing abnormalities, offering promising new targets for understanding and diagnosing Usher syndrome.

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Enhancing Nasal Septal Perforation Repair: The Role of Contralateral Free Mucosal Grafting for Rapid Re-Epithelialization

By MedXY 10/26/2026

Free mucosal grafting on the contralateral side during nasal septal perforation repair enhances healing, achieving over 90% anatomical closure with rapid re-epithelialization and improved nasal symptoms.

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Optimizing Neck Radiation in Advanced Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma: Balancing Locoregional Control and Toxicity through Field Reduction

By MedXY 10/26/2026

This study demonstrates that reducing radiation fields in advanced differentiated thyroid carcinoma lowers toxicity without compromising locoregional tumor control, supporting personalized radiotherapy strategies.

特发性急性单侧听前庭病的神经耳科与3D-FLAIR MRI相关性：推动诊断与机制认识

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Neurotologic and 3D-FLAIR MRI Correlates in Idiopathic Acute Unilateral Audiovestibulopathy: Advancing Diagnosis and Understanding

By MedXY 10/25/2026

MRI positivity in 52% of idiopathic acute unilateral audiovestibulopathy patients correlates significantly with vestibular deficits, particularly in the posterior canal, aiding diagnostic clarity and revealing pathophysiological insights.

慢性末梢性前庭機能障害におけるバランス改善とめまい軽減：反復経頭蓋磁気刺激の役割

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Enhancing Balance and Reducing Dizziness in Chronic Peripheral Vestibular Dysfunction: The Role of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

By MedXY 10/25/2026

A randomized controlled trial reveals that repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation combined with vestibular rehabilitation significantly improves dizziness, balance, and postural stability in adults with chronic peripheral vestibular dizziness.