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Abnormal CT temporal bone findings in a case of Kallmann syndrome presenting with conductive hearing loss
We report a case of Kallmann syndrome presenting with conductive hearing loss and the CT temporal bone findings of absence of all the semicircular canals. We also postulated the causes for the conductive hearing loss and reviewed the relevant literature. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra)
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - September 16, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Chak Yuen Fung, Abhilash Balakrishnan, Tiong Yong Tan Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva presenting as a neck mass
Abstract: Objective: To report a case of fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) initially presenting as a neck mass and alert the practicing otolaryngologist to the imperative to avoid harmful biopsy.Case: A 2-year-old male presented with a firm left posterior neck mass and bilateral great toe malformations. Imaging was non-diagnostic and after 2 weeks of antibiotics the lesion was larger. At surgical biopsy, the mass was pale, firm, and avascular. Histopathology showed low grade fibromyxoid tissue. Rheumatology service diagnosed FOP based on clinical examination of neck mass, bilateral great toe deformities, stiff jo...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - September 9, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Robert J. Tibesar, Lindsay Eisler, Mona M. LaPlant, James D. Sidman Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Mycobacterium abscessus infection of a cochlear implant insertion site
We report a child who underwent cochlear implant revision and developed a post-operative infection with Mycobacterium abscessus complex. The patient's symptoms were refractory to empiric antibacterial therapy. After more than 2 weeks incubation, M. abscessus complex grew in culture. Resolution of the infection was achieved utilizing prolonged multi-drug therapy and device removal with the intra-cochlear leads remaining in place. Clinical signs of an infectious process with concomitant sterile bacterial cultures should raise concern for a potential mycobacterial infection in association with cochlear implantation. (Source: ...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - September 5, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Jason H. Anderson, Thomas G. Boyce, Nancy L. Wengenack, Colin L.W. Driscoll, Philip R. Fischer Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

An unusual penetrating stab injury in a child: Case report
Abstract: Penetrating neck wounds is an otolaryngologic and head and neck emergency.Case report: A 12-year-old female Hausa child admitted through the accident and emergency room with about an hour history of stabbed nail to the right side of the neck while hawking on the street with associated pain at injury site, voice loss and neck swelling She had an emergency neck exploration and removal of the nail with satisfactory post-operative condition.Penetrating neck injury is an ENT emergency that required prompt attention resulting from assault and to draw attention of caregivers to hazards of child labour through street haw...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - September 3, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: A.O. Suleiman, O.A. Afolabi, B.S. Alabi Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

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Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - September 1, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Candida infection after tonsillectomy in a 12-year-old girl
We describe the case of a 12-year-old girl who developed oral Candida infection as a complication of tonsillectomy. She had pain and difficulty in swallowing on the third postoperative day, and a local examination revealed an easily grazing, white plate on the tonsillar fossa. A culture of the lesion tissue identified Candida albicans. Local nystatin therapy was administered, and the lesion healed completely by postoperative day 12. We conclude that fungal infection, though rare, can occur as a complication of tonsillectomy. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra)
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - August 16, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Isa Ozbay, Hasan Huseyin Balikci, Ahmet Alp, Fulya Bayındır Bilman Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Lingual choristoma with gastric and respiratory epithelium in a neonate-prenatal MRI of lingual cyst
Abstract: The lingual cyst lined by respiratory and gastrointestinal epithelium is unusual. There have been reports of respiratory or gastrointestinal epithelium-lined lingual cysts, but few report both features presenting within the same cyst. Prenatal diagnosis of lingual cysts is exceptional with only few case reported to date. Prenatal magnetic resonance imaging in utero is the best complete investigation of the nature and anatomical relationship of the congenital lingual cyst. It makes us to prepare for emergency situation and EXIT (Ex-utero intrapartum treatment) operation. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - August 14, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Chang Ki Yeo Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

A rare cause of pediatric nasal obstruction and epistaxis: Nasal septal mixed hemangioma
Summary: Hemangiomas are rare benign vascular endothelial tumors mostly arising in the head and neck area. The infantile cases are the most frequently seen pediatric tumors with an incidence of 5%. Usually, congenital lesions are located on the facial skin or oral mucosa, the nasal cavity is not a common site for hemangiomas. Histologically, there are three types including capillary, cavernous and mixed hemangiomas. Epistaxis and nasal obstruction are the most common presentations for nasal involvement. In this article we present the first reported case of pediatric capillary-cavernous hemangioma of the nasal cavity in the...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - August 5, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Mahmut Özkırış, Reha Aydın, Selda Seçkin, Levent Saydam Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Pyogenic granuloma of the epiglottis
Abstract: The lobular capillary hemangioma, commonly known as pyogenic granuloma, is a common benign vascular lesion arising from both cutaneous and mucosal sites. The lesion is prevalent in the pediatric population, although airway involvement is rare. To date localization to a supraglottic subsite remains unreported in the literature. Here we describe a unique case of pyogenic granuloma arising from the epiglottis of a three year-old patient. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra)
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - August 5, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: James Attra, Mehdi Sina-Khadiv, Aaron Lin Tags: Case reports Source Type: research

Postcricoid infantile hemangioma: Management of a case in the propranolol era
We describe a rare case of a postcricoid infantile hemangioma (IH) and treatment with propranolol. A newborn female was found to have a large, postcricoid submucosal mass. The patient was brought to the operating theater for endoscopy and biopsy. The histopathology and GLUT-1 immunoreactivity confirmed the diagnosis of IH. The lesion was treated with direct injection of triamcinolone (40mg/ml) and systemic propranolol therapy. The patient responded well, and her symptoms resolved quickly. Propanolol provides a promising therapy as a first line treatment to avoid surgery, tracheostomy, and prolonged use of steroids. (Source...
Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra - July 22, 2013 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Jeffrey Cheng, Kyle Hatten, Ian Jacobs Tags: Case reports Source Type: research