Study of the effect of Anterior nasal packing on Middle ear pressure See

INTRODUCTION: Middle ear pressure changes may arise from various conditions including eustachian tube malfunction and middle ear pathologies such as otitis media with effusion leading to chronic otitis media. Eustachian tube dysfunctions are caused by nasal pathologies such as rhinosinusitis, nasal polyposis, etc. The study's objective is to evaluate the changes in middle ear pressure brought on by anterior nasal packing causing altered eustachian tube performance. METHODS: 72 patients ...

Assessment of depth of jugular bulb From various middle ear structures and Its significance in middle ear surgeriesa Cadaveric morphometric study See

Objectives: 1. Assessing the depth and distance of the vertical segment of the facial nerve from the jugular bulb. 2. Assessing the depth and distance between the jugular bulb and posterior end of round window niche. Methods: · A one-year study was undertaken and cadaveric dissection was performed on 30 wet mount, formalin-fixed temporal bones. · Evaluation of distance of the jugular bulb apex was recorded from posterior end of the round window niche and vertical segment of the facia...

Incidence of sensorineural hearing loss in patients with allergic rhinitis -a one year cross sectional study in kles dr.prabhakar kore hospital Belagavi See

Objectives: To study the incidence of sensorineural hearing loss in patients with allergic rhinitis. Methods: A one year study was undertaken and 75 patients with allergic rhinitis, who satisfy the inclusion criteria, who gave consent were taken for our study purpose. A thorough history has been obtained and complete examination of the ear, nose and throat has been performed. Pure tone audiometry, Distortion product otoacoustic emission (DPOAE) has been performed and assessed for sensorine...

A cross-sectional study of gender determination by computed tomography scan aided anthropometric analysis of maxillary sinus See

Objectives: Gender determination using maxillary sinus dimensions and volume in computed tomography of paranasal sinuses. Methods: A one year study was undertaken and 88 computed tomography scans of paranasal sinuses were evaluated and anatomical variations of maxillary sinus were studied in males and females.

Endoscopic assessment of tympanic membrane and audiological evaluation of middle ear function in children with cleft palate -a one year cross sectional study See

Objectives: 1. To assess the functional status of middle ear in children with cleft palate. 2. To assess the grade of retraction of tympanic membrane in children with cleft palate using Sade and Tos classification. Methods:  A one-year study was undertaken and Children with cleft palate are clinically assessed, followed by grading of tympanic membrane retraction by otoendoscopy, using Sade and Tos classification.  Evaluation of middle ear function done by Pure Tone Audiometry and Tympa...

Assessment of the effect of body mass index on efficacy of epley’s manoeuvre for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo -a one year observational study. See

Background: Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is the most common form of vertigo and happens when otoconia is displaced into one or more semi circular canals. BPPV is characterized by an intense brief duration of vertigo when the patient’s head is moved into a gravity dependent position. While medication is ineffective for Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, treatment manoeuvres like Epley’s manoeuvre have been proven to be highly efficacious. Objectives:  To compare the effi...

A study of anatomical Relationship of posterior Auricular artery with facial Nerve trunk: a cadaveric study See

Background: Despite good surgical knowledge of the anatomy of Parotid gland and meticulous surgical technique, the incidence of facial palsy in parotid surgeries is up to 26.7% transient and 1.7% complete facial palsy. Although several surgical landmarks to identify the facial nerve have been described in literature, their position is variable, inconsistent, and difficult to follow in some cases. Objectives: To study the relation between posterior auricular artery and facial nerve trun...

Comparison of addition of 1.5% acetic acid ear wash to the standard medical treatment in active mucosal chronic suppurative otitis media : a hospital based randomized controlled trial See

Objectives:  The aim of this study was to evaluate the comparison of addition of 1.5% acetic acid ear wash to the standard medical treatment in active mucosal chronic suppurative otitis media. Methods: A one year study was undertaken and 80 patients were enrolled for the study, two groups were made by randomization which was performed using Sequentially Numbered Opaque Sealed Envelope (SNOSE), with 40 patients in each group. Standard medical treatment was given in one group and interventi...

Assessing Efficacy Of Local Application Of 15% Silver Nitrate In Treatment Of Allergic Rhinitis See

Objectives: To assess the efficacy of local application of 15% silver nitrate in treatment of allergic rhinitis Methods: A one year study was undertaken and Local application of 15% Silver nitrate was on bilateral inferior turbinates of 63 patients who were later evaluated for improvement in symptoms of Allergic Rhintis.

Anatomy and variations of sigmoid sinus in wet temporal bone and its radiological correlation See

Objectives:  To assess the anatomy and variations of sigmoid sinus in relation to the posterior semicircular canal and to the exposure of the presigmoid dural plate.  To assess the position of the sigmoid sinus plate in relation to external auditory canal radiologically Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted on 30 cadaveric wet temporal bones was dissected in Temporal bone dissection skill laboratory of ENT department, KLE’s Hospital and MRC. X-ray mas...

Correlation of middle ear risk indices scores and hearing gain after tympanoplasties in patient with chronic suppurative otitis media, a 1- year prospective study See

Introduction Middle ear risk index (MERI) can be an effective, prognostic factor for surgeons to determine the type of surgical procedure with a view to favourable outcome. The present study has been undertaken to evaluate the efficiency of MERI score in predicting the outcome of tympanoplasty and hearing gain Aims and Objectives Our study was designed with the following objective.  To correlate the Middle Ear Risk Indices (MERI) and hearing gain in the evaluation of post operative outco...

Role of Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) Tool to Detect Malnutrition in Patients with COPD: Prospective Observational Study See

ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) significantly impacts global health, characterized by persistent respiratory symptoms and progressive airflow limitation, often complicated by malnutrition. Malnutrition is frequently overlooked yet significantly affects disease progression, functional capacity, and patient prognosis. Early detection using validated nutritional assessment tools such as the Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) can potentially lead to bette...

Mv-rdos (mechanical ventilation-respiratory distress observation scale) - a method to predict weaning outcome – an observational study See

ABSTRACT Introduction: Mechanical ventilation (MV) is essential for managing critically ill patients with respiratory failure, but weaning from MV remains a significant clinical challenge. Traditional indices like the Rapid Shallow Breathing Index (RSBI) often fail to capture subjective respiratory distress, increasing the risk of extubation failure. The Mechanical Ventilation–Respiratory Distress Observation Scale (MV-RDOS) offers a novel, objective method to assess respiratory distre...

Prevalence and correlates of pulmonary Hypertension in patients with sleep apnea Syndrome-an observational study. See

ABSTRACT Background: Sleep apnea syndrome (SAS), primarily manifesting as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), is a common disorder associated with recurrent upper airway obstruction, intermittent hypoxemia, and sleep fragmentation. OSA affects 9–38% of adults and is linked to cardiovascular comorbidities, including pulmonary hypertension (PH). PH, defined by a mean pulmonary arterial pressure (mPAP) >20 mmHg (≥25 mmHg in earlier studies), occurs in 17–42% of OSA patients. Its mechanisms inv...

Prevalence of rapid eye movement sleep related obstructive sleep apnea (rem related osa) in Patients with sleep disordered breathinga Cross sectional study See

ABSTRACT Background: Rapid Eye Movement-related Obstructive Sleep Apnea (REM OSA) represents a distinct subtype of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), often characterized by increased symptom burden and a unique clinical profile. While the global recognition of REM OSA is expanding, its prevalence, demographic correlations, and clinical manifestations remain understudied in Indian populations. Identifying reliable clinical predictors and validating the utility of commonly used screening ...

Evaluation of prevalence and predisposing factors for bronchiectasis in copd patients –across sectional study. See

ABSTRACT Introduction: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory disorder marked by persistent airflow limitation and chronic inflammation. Bronchiectasis—characterized by irreversible bronchial dilatation—is increasingly recognized as a common comorbidity in COPD, forming the Bronchiectasis-COPD Overlap (BCO) phenotype. This overlap is associated with more severe symptoms, frequent exacerbations, greater bacterial colonization, and poorer outcomes. However, ...

Role of magnetic resonance imaging in evaluation of hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy in children under five years of age: a one year hospital based cross sectional study See

ABSTRACT Background Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) is a serious condition affecting both preterm and term neonates due to inadequate oxygen and blood supply to the brain. It occurs before, during, or after birth and leads to significant neurological impairments such as cerebral palsy, epilepsy, cognitive deficits, and sensory disorders. The incidence of HIE is higher in developing countries, and its long-term consequences pose a major burden on patients, families, and healthcare syst...

Role of magnetic resonance imaging classification system (mrics) in evaluation of cerebral palsy in children under five years of age: a one year hospital based cross sectional study See

ABSTRACT Background: Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects movement, posture, and muscle coordination due to early brain injury or malformation. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) plays a crucial role in diagnosing and classifying CP, aiding in understanding the underlying pathology and guiding clinical management. Objective: This study aims to evaluate the role of the MRI Classification System (MRICS) in the assessment of cerebral palsy in children under five year...

Role of high resolution computed tomography thorax in assessment of various imaging patterns in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-a one year cross sectional study in a tertiary care hospital See

ABSTRACT Background: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive and heterogeneous respiratory disorder characterized by irreversible airflow limitation due to structural lung changes. Spirometry remains the gold standard for diagnosis; however, it has limitations in detecting early disease changes. High-Resolution Computed Tomography (HRCT) has emerged as an advanced imaging modality to assess early radiological abnormalities, aiding in disease characterization and managem...