… RK Weber has received funding of his research and consultancy fees from Pari GmbH and
Siemens & Co, both located in Germany. The remaining authors have no conflicts of interest …

Endonasal endoscopic sinus surgery is the standard procedure for surgery of most
paranasal sinus diseases. Appropriate frame conditions provided, the respective procedures …

Despite the fact that many people suffer from it, an unequivocal definition of dry nose (DN) is
not available. Symptoms range from the purely subjective sensation of a rather dry nose to …

Background: Localization of dural fistulas in the region of the anterior or lateral skull base
may be difficult. For many years, a sodium fluorescein solution of 0.5 to 5% (2.5–50 mg) has …

The frontal recess and frontal sinus anatomy can vary from simple to complex. The variations
in the anatomy of the frontal recess and frontal sinus are considerable but almost all …

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the role and interaction of individual factors on
decompensated tinnitus. Subjects consisted of 53 adult patients with chronic tinnitus. They were …

Nasal packs are indispensable in ENT practice. This study reviews current indications,
effectiveness and risks of nasal packs and stents. In endoscopic surgery, nasal packs should …

Background Patients with isolated mucosal cysts of the maxillary sinus (MMC) often undergo
surgical treatment despite the absence of relevant symptoms. Some physicians believe that …

Background Endonasal endoscopic medial maxillectomy usually includes removal of the
inferior turbinate (IT) even if it is not involved in the disease. A surgical approach is presented …

The incidence of stenosis of the lacrimal system is increasing. Nasolacrimal diseases and
problems are encountered by otolaryngologists, ophthalmologists, plastic surgeons and …