PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2w agoMethodological considerations in the UK Biobank diabetes-tinnitus studyRigorous methodological critique of large database studies on tinnitus is important as flawed observational designs can lead to misleading clinical guidance in a field that already has limited evidence-based treatments.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2w agoVitamin D receptor rs2228570 (FokI) variant is associated with chronic tinnitus susceptibilityIdentifying a genetic susceptibility marker for chronic tinnitus opens a potential pathway toward understanding its biological mechanisms and, eventually, targeted prevention or treatment strategies.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoQuality of Life in Patients With Vestibular Schwannoma Treated With the Retrolabyrinthine ApproachSurgeons and audiologists co-managing vestibular schwannoma patients should note that this approach-specific QoL data may refine pre-operative counselling and post-operative rehabilitation planning, pending review of full study findings.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2w agoFour decades of tinnitus pathology research: a bibliometric analysis of scientific trends, collaborations, and research hotspotsUnderstanding four decades of tinnitus research trends helps guide where future funding, international collaboration, and clinical investigation should be directed.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoPrevalence of dizziness in patients with temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysisAudiologists and vestibular specialists should be aware that dizziness in patients may be associated with TMD; screening for jaw dysfunction in dizzy patients without a clear vestibular diagnosis may be warranted, though causality is not established.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoQuantitative pupillometry as a marker of autonomic dysregulation in vestibular migrainePreliminary evidence that quantitative pupillometry may detect autonomic dysregulation in vestibular migraine patients; not yet ready for routine clinical adoption — further validation in larger studies is needed.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2w agoInvestigating the Relationship Between Personality Traits and Treatment Adherence With the Mediating Role of Coping Styles in Adults With Presbycusis: A Cross-Sectional StudyAudiologists should consider assessing personality traits and coping styles when counseling presbycusis patients, as these factors appear to mediate treatment adherence — though cross-sectional design limits causal inference.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2w agoInterdisciplinary Management of Acute and Chronic MastoiditisInterdisciplinary protocols for mastoiditis management are well-established; no single new clinical change is indicated, but the review may serve as a useful reference for current best-practice guidelines.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2w agoTransoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy for Bilateral Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma: Early Outcomes From a Vietnamese CenterWhile thyroid surgery is outside core audiology practice, recurrent laryngeal nerve injury during thyroidectomy can cause voice and occasionally hearing-related referrals, making awareness of evolving surgical techniques peripherally relevant.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoPerformance Phenotypes and Early Prognostic Benchmarking After Adult Cochlear ImplantationEarly prognostic benchmarks and performance phenotype mapping after cochlear implant activation may allow clinicians to identify underperformers sooner and personalise rehabilitation — worth reviewing once full data are published.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·OTC / consumer·2w agoAmplification characteristics of the Hearing Aid Program in AirPods Pro 2Lab data on AirPods Pro 2 amplification characteristics are directly relevant to audiologists fielding patient questions about over-the-counter hearing devices; review findings to counsel patients accurately about capabilities and limitations.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Regulatory & legal·2w agoLunsotogene Parvec: First ApprovalThis is the first approved dual-AAV gene therapy for congenital profound hearing loss; audiologists and CI teams should familiarise themselves with eligibility criteria and referral pathways as it enters clinical use.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoThe audiologic characteristics for children with cochlear nerve deficiency and the association with the outcome of cochlear implant surgerySpecific audiological profiles in children with cochlear nerve deficiency (CND) may help predict cochlear implant outcomes; clinicians should review the findings to refine candidate selection, though practice changes await replication in larger cohorts.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoTelemedicine-Enabled Multidisciplinary Preoperative Workflow for Humanitarian Cochlear Implant DeliveryA telemedicine-based multidisciplinary preoperative workflow appears feasible for cochlear implant candidate evaluation in humanitarian settings; clinicians working in or supporting low-resource programs may consider adopting similar models, pending broader validation.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2w agoQuantitative Temporal Bone Analysis of Stria Vascularis, Spiral Ganglion, and Vestibular Ganglion Cells in Sickle Cell Disease at Young AgesThe histopathological findings document early inner-ear damage in young sickle cell disease patients; audiologists should maintain a low threshold for routine hearing monitoring in this population, though no change to existing surveillance guidelines is immediately warranted...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoSporadic sarcoma arising from a previously resected benign vestibular schwannoma without neurofibromatosis or radiosurgery: illustrative caseThis single illustrative case raises awareness of an extremely rare malignant transformation at a prior vestibular schwannoma resection site without known predisposing factors; no change to routine clinical practice is warranted based on a single case report.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2w agoDevelopment and field evaluation of an Indonesian speech perception assessment for children with severe to profound hearing lossAudiologists working with Indonesian-speaking pediatric populations should be aware of this new language-appropriate speech perception tool, though further validation data are needed before routine adoption.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoEpidemiological and clinical differences in Meniere disease across European and East Asian populationsAudiologists and ENT clinicians should be cautious about applying European-derived diagnostic criteria and epidemiological norms to East Asian patients, as population-level differences in Meniere's disease presentation and genetics may warrant tailored approaches.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2w agoPredictive validity of the Belfast rule of thumb and patient-reported outcomes following ossiculoplastySurgeons and audiologists counseling patients before ossiculoplasty should consider supplementing the Belfast Rule of Thumb with patient-reported outcome measures, as its predictive validity for subjective hearing improvement may be limited.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2w agoRe: "Intratympanic Dexamethasone Efficacy in Preventing Cisplatin-Induced Tinnitus: A Randomized Controlled Phase IIIb Clinical Trial" by Moreno and BelinchonClinicians should read both the original Phase IIIb RCT and this correspondence carefully before adopting intratympanic dexamethasone as a routine protocol for preventing cisplatin-induced tinnitus, as the letter may highlight methodological or interpretive concerns.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoTumor Size-Dependent Clinical Outcomes and Complications After Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Sporadic Vestibular SchwannomaTumor size within the sub-3 cm range is a meaningful predictor of outcomes and complications after stereotactic radiosurgery for vestibular schwannoma; audiologists co-managing these patients should be aware that size-stratified risk counseling may be warranted, pending review...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoIntracranial abscess and otitis interna treated by temporal burr-hole craniotomy and ventral bulla osteotomy in a Maine coon catVeterinary cases of central vestibular syndrome with concurrent otitis interna can provide comparative anatomy insights, but have negligible translational relevance to human audiology practice.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2w agoIschemic Stroke as a Possible Initial Manifestation of Primary Sjögren's Syndrome: A Case ReportAudiologists should be aware that autoimmune conditions like Sjögren's syndrome can present with varied neurological symptoms, as some patients may first present with auditory or vestibular complaints before a formal diagnosis.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·2w agoReducing Dementia Risk with the BrainSpan Program: : A Public Health Practice VignetteWith dementia prevention increasingly tied to hearing healthcare, programs like BrainSpan highlight the growing public health opportunity for audiologists to position hearing intervention within broader cognitive wellness frameworks.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·2w agoPrevalence of noise-induced hearing loss in maritime workers: A systematic review and meta-analysisMaritime workers represent a high-risk occupational group for noise-induced hearing loss; audiologists conducting occupational or industrial hearing screenings should ensure this population is on their radar for targeted surveillance and hearing conservation counseling.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2w agoAberrant ICA in the middle earSurgeons performing middle-ear procedures should be aware of aberrant ICA as a rare but catastrophic anatomical variant; pre-operative imaging to identify this anomaly is advisable when suspected.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoAuditory and cognitive outcomes in children with incomplete partition type II: A comparison with normal cochlear anatomyChildren with IP-II cochlear malformations show more variable auditory and cognitive outcomes than peers with normal anatomy, reinforcing the need for individualised rehabilitation planning and extended follow-up rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoOutcomes of anatomy based planning in cochlear implantation: a meta-analysis of advancing precision otologic medicineAnatomy-based planning and individualised electrode array selection appear to improve cochlear implant outcomes; audiologists and implant teams should consider integrating ABP protocols into pre-surgical workflows where imaging and surgical expertise permit.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoClinical-functional dissociation in bilateral vestibulopathy: determinants of disability beyond peripheral vestibular lossClinicians managing BVP should assess factors beyond vestibular test scores—such as central compensation, cognitive load, anxiety, and fall-related fear—since disability level is poorly predicted by peripheral test results alone.＋Save
