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Abstract Background Tympanostomy tubes are used for persistent or recurrent otitis media but are often complicated by otorrhea (25–75%). Treatment relies on culture-guided topical and/or systemic antibiotics, though bi...

Abstract Background Decompressive craniectomy (DC) is a life-saving measure in severe traumatic brain injury (TBI), but its long-term functional outcome and the time of subsequent cranioplasty remain debated. Recent evid...

Abstract Background Esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) is a life-threatening congenital anomaly requiring early surgical repair. Postoperative survival varies substantially between high-income and...

Abstract Background and objectives The present study aimed to develop a training module for adults to improve speech-in-noise (SPIN) ability and to derive normative scores for this program in adults. Subjects and methods...

Abstract Background and aims Radiotherapy, like chemotherapy, in breast cancer can cause cardiotoxicity. Research about the combined effect of radiotherapy and chemotherapy on left ventricular diastolic function (LVDD) i...

Abstract Background The literature on the age variability and its effect on clinical outcome of patients undergoing awake craniotomy (AC) procedure is lacking. We aimed to compare the varied age groups as defined by the ...

Abstract Background Insufficient breast milk production affects 35–90% of lactating mothers globally, representing a critical barrier to WHO exclusive breastfeeding targets. Although Moringa oleifera has traditional ga...

Abstract Background Suprasellar meningiomas are classically removed through several different surgical transcranial approaches, including the pterional transsylvian route. Recently, the indications for the transsphenoida...

Abstract Background Traumatic brain injury (TBI) needs inter-disciplinary care through pre-hospital resuscitation, emergency and neurosurgical care, neurocritical care, and structured neurorehabilitation to maximize surv...

Abstract Background Holmes tremor (HT) is a rare, symptomatic movement disorder characterized by a low-frequency tremor present at rest, with postural and intentional components. It is typically caused by combined lesion...

Abstract Background Traditional nasal packing following septoplasty imposes significant patient morbidity, including pain, obligate oral breathing, and sleep disruption. Negative pressure drainage (NPD) represents a mech...

Abstract Objective and study design A retrospective study analyzes the validity of Omar’s sign for the clinical diagnosis of unilateral lumbar foraminal stenosis. Methods This study analyses 800 patients having unilate...

Abstract Background Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a lifelong autoimmune condition characterised by the progressive immune-mediated destruction of insulin-secreting β-cells within the pancreatic islets, culminating in absolut...

Abstract Background Transcatheter closure of ventricular septal defects (VSDs) presents technical challenges in patients with complex anatomies and residual post-surgical defects. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibi...

Abstract Introduction and objectives Perindopril-induced thrombocytopenia is a rare but potentially serious adverse drug reaction. It remains underrecognized in clinical practice, particularly in elderly patients with ca...

Abstract Background Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is commonly treated with tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) inhibitors, which show good efficacy but may cause adverse effects or lose effectiveness over time. Interl...

Abstract Background Primary intramuscular hydatid disease is an exceptionally rare form of Echinococcus granulosus infection, accounting for only 0.5–5% of cases. Paravertebral muscle involvement is particularly uncomm...

Abstract Background Proper and consistent hearing aid (HA) fitting before cochlear implant (CI) surgery provides auditory stimulation with preservation of central auditory pathway activation that supports the post-implan...

Abstract Background Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by SARS-CoV-2, is generally milder in children than adults, but concerns remain regarding potential long-term pulmonary sequelae, even in non-pneumonic case...

Abstract Background Prolonged corrected QTcs are a frequent and potentially life-threatening finding In ICU patients, the presence of prolonged QTc is a prevalent and potentially life-threatening condition, as it increas...

Abstract Background Chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) is a prevalent neurological condition with a significant incidence and mortality rate, particularly among elderly individuals. Despite various treatments, the risk of ...

Abstract Background This systematic and meta-analysis review aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic exercises on the lower limbs in individuals with joint hypermobility syndrome. Main body of the abstract Thi...

Abstract Background Turner syndrome (TS) is a chromosomal disorder affecting growth, ovarian function, and pubertal development. This study evaluated the effects of estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) on growth, pubertal ...