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This monthly review presents curated summaries of noteworthy ENT research and clinically relevant publications, compiled by Dr. Rohan S. Navelkar to support evidence-based, structured and exam-oriented ENT learning.
1. Endoscopic Myringoplasty vs. Microscopic Myringoplasty (Comparative Study)
Endoscopic myringoplasty achieves equivalent graft success with better visualization of anterior perforations and shorter operative times.
2. Chronic Rhinosinusitis — Biologic Therapy vs. Revision Surgery (Outcome Comparison)
Biologic therapy offers sustained symptom improvement in severe type-2 CRS, but revision ESS remains more effective for structural blockage and polyp-related airflow issues.
3. Pediatric OSA — Polysomnographic Predictors of Post-Adenotonsillectomy Residual Disease
Children with obesity, severe baseline AHI, and craniofacial narrowing have a significantly higher risk of residual OSA after adenotonsillectomy.
4. Otitis Media with Effusion — Autoinflation Device Trial
Regular use of autoinflation devices improves middle-ear aeration and reduces the need for grommet insertion in selected children.
5. Septal Perforation Repair — Endoscopic vs. Open Technique Study
Endoscopic repair offers similar closure rates to open surgery with reduced morbidity and faster patient recovery.
6. Allergic Rhinitis — Montelukast Add-On Therapy Study
Adding montelukast to intranasal corticosteroids provides modest additional benefit in patients with concomitant asthma or nighttime symptoms.
7. Meniere’s Disease — High-Dose vs. Standard Betahistine Trial
Higher-dose betahistine reduces vertigo attack frequency slightly more than standard dosing but with similar side-effect profiles.
8. Balloon Sinuplasty Pediatric Cohort
Balloon sinuplasty produces meaningful symptom improvement in carefully selected pediatric CRS patients without major complications.
9. Laryngopharyngeal Reflux — Alkaline Water + Diet vs. PPI Study
A combined alkaline-water, low-acid diet improves throat symptoms as effectively as PPIs in mild LPR cases.
10. Voice Therapy for Muscle Tension Dysphonia (Prospective Study)
Structured voice therapy significantly improves vocal function and reduces throat effort in patients with primary muscle tension dysphonia.
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