Otology & neurotology : official publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Feasibility of auditory cortical stimulation for the treatment of tinnitus.
To investigate the feasibility and safety of an implantable epidural cortical stimulator for the treatment of severe tinnitus. ⋯ Chronic electrical stimulation of the secondary auditory cortex seems safe and warrants further investigation as a potential therapeutic intervention for the suppression of tinnitus.
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Case Reports
Unilateral congenital facial nerve paralysis secondary to a benign epithelioid peripheral nerve sheath tumor.
A benign epithelioid peripheral nerve sheath tumor is described in the setting of congenital facial nerve (FN) paralysis. This is the first reported case in the English literature. ⋯ Benign epithelioid peripheral nerve sheath tumor can cause congenital facial nerve palsy.
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Persistent vertigo and imbalance can occur after surgery for vertigo regardless of surgical approach. This study explored for factors affecting outcome of vertigo surgery. ⋯ Those rating themselves as more disabled before surgery are less likely to achieve the best outcomes, whereas frequency and severity of preoperative vertigo are not predictive. Several possible prognostic factors were identified that warrant future prospective study.