Arefin’s Important Short Notes of ENT | Book Publisher International

 

The field of Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) is vast and dynamic, encompassing a broad range of conditions and procedures that medical students and practitioners must master. As an ENT consultant and medical educator, I have often witnessed students struggle with large textbooks, attempting to extract key points relevant for examinations and clinical application. This observation inspired me to create a focused, accessible resource that delivers exactly what learners need — clear, concise, and exam-oriented notes.

 

Arefin's Important Short Notes of ENT is the result of 10 years of rigorous analysis of question banks, personal experience in teaching, and practical insights from the wards and operation theatres. The book compiles 390 high-yield topics covering the full breadth of ENT, including relevant anatomy, pathology, investigations, and management — all presented in simple language for easy understanding and quick revision.

 

My goal is to empower students, residents, and even seasoned professionals with a compact guide that complements standard textbooks and enhances their ability to retain and recall essential concepts under pressure. I sincerely hope this book proves to be a valuable companion for your academic and professional journey in ENT.

 

 

Author(s) Details

Mostafa Kamal Arefin
Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh

 

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A Case Series of Extranodal Tuberculosis of Head and Neck, Tunisia | Chapter 9 | Recent Updates in Disease and Health Research Vol. 4

Background: Tuberculosis is a chronic specific infectious disease caused by mycobacteria: Koch bacillus (BK). Despite a re-increase in the incidence of tuberculosis, extra-nodal location on the head and neck remains rare. Clinical symptomatology is non-specific and even data from paraclinical explorations often pose the problem of differential diagnosis with tumor pathology.

 

Methods: We report a series of 29 cases of extranodal tuberculosis collected over a period of 32 years [1986-2018] in the ENT department of the military hospital of Tunis. Epidemiological factors, clinical condition at presentation, biological and radiologic explorations undergone according to each location, methods of biopsy, treatment modalities, follow-up, and outcome were reported.

 

Results: Rhinosinusopharyngeal involvement was predominant (45%) followed by glandular involvement (14%). Laryngeal tuberculosis is relatively rare, representing almost 1% of the extra-pulmonary locations of the disease. The diagnosis was histopathological in most cases. Concomitant pulmonary tuberculosis was detected in two cases and spinal lumbar in one case. Treatment was medical in all cases.

 

Conclusion: The clinical presentation of extranodal tuberculosis is various and non-specific. Neoplastic pathology is the main differential diagnosis. However, diagnosis should be systematically raised in endemic countries.

Author(s) Details:

Sameh Mezri,
ENT Department, Military Hospital of Tunis, Tunis, Tunisia.

Zitoun Chaima,
ENT Department, Military Hospital of Tunis, Tunis, Tunisia.

Thabet Wadii,
ENT Department, Military Hospital of Tunis, Tunis, Tunisia.

Chebbi Ghassen,
ENT Department, Military Hospital of Tunis, Tunis, Tunisia.

Khemaies Akkari,
ENT Department, Military Hospital of Tunis, Tunis, Tunisia.

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Novel Solution for the ENT and Skull Base Surgeons in COVID-19 Era: A ‘POLIDON’ Approach | Chapter 5 | Advanced Concepts in Medicine and Medical Research Vol. 5

 This affiliate highlights about novel resolution for the ENT and skull base surgeons in COVID-19 Era. Healthcare services in many nations have been incompletely or completely upset by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic because its beginning in the end of 2019. As the case numbers of COVID-19 have raised worldwide, it has enhance more apparent that the elevated vigorous load in the upper aerodigestive lot mucosa not only influences skull base surgery but basically all diagnostic and healing intranasal procedures that are usually part of the scope of practice for Otolaryngologist - Head and Neck Surgeons. The adulthood of endoscopic and microscopic ENT and brain base surgeries, such as pituitary gland and mastoid abscission, are AGP procedures. We deliberate eradicating or neutralizing the new coronavirus at its point of debut. As far as we are aware, RT-PCR experiment does not always influence a COVID negative result. For this reason, even cancer surgeries are discouraged, prevented, or delayed in the COVID-19 universal routine in order to keep healthcare professionals. Moreover, in case of surgical crisis there’s no way to refuse a patient for not bearing a report of COVID test. We designed and projected a novel approach, i.e. ‘POLIDON’ (POLIDON= Polythene + Povidone Iodine), which maybe the ultimate hope or answer for these unfortunate sufferers as well as surgeons or HCPs of above noticed specialties. Interestingly, among duodecimal different health management providers, including doctors, nurses and OT staffs, straightforwardly involved and exposed in these two surgeries, nobody of them were polluted/were not infected. Importantly, ‘POLIDON’ approach was understood in both the procedures.

Author(s) Details:

Mostafa Kamal Arefin,
Department of ENT and Head Neck Surgery, Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh.

Muhammad Shaharior Arafat,
Department of ENT and Head Neck Surgery, Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh.

SkNurul Fattah Rumi,
Department of ENT and Head Neck Surgery, Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh.

Nazmul Islam Munna,
Medical Education and Health Manpower Development, Directorate General of Medical Education, Bangladesh.

Abu Yusuf Fakir,
Medical Education, Bangladesh.

Kamrul Hassan Tarafder,
Department of ENT and Head Neck Surgery, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Bangladesh.

Ashraful Islam,
Department of ENT and Head Neck Surgery, Bangladesh Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh.

Khorshed Alam Mozumder,
Department of ENT and Head Neck Surgery, Holy Family Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh.

 
A. F. Mohiuddin Khan,
Department of ENT and Head Neck Surgery, Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh.

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Prevalence and Otorhinological Symptoms of People with COVID-19 in Rivers State: A Prospective Descriptive Study | Chapter 15 | Current Practice in Medical Science Vol. 6

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has rapidly crossed all international borders and spread over the entire planet. Lower respiratory tract symptoms as fever, coughing, dyspnea, and tightness in the chest predominately define it. On the other hand, COVID-19 results in symptoms of the upper respiratory tract like nasal congestion, sore throat, and olfactory impairment. Therefore, the goal of this study was to evaluate the prevalence and ENT/otorhinolaryngologic (ENT) symptomatology of COVID-19 patients in Rivers State. All Rivers State hospital patients with COVID-19 designation who gave their consent to participate in the study were the subject of a prospective descriptive analysis. 2223 samples were collected overall, of which 137 (6.16 percent) were symptomatic and 2086 (93.84 percent) were asymptomatic, according to the Nigerian protocol for sample collection and PCR diagnosis for SARS COV-2. Age, sex, the day the symptoms started, and the day the sample was collected were all noted. According to the NCDC's guidelines, a diagnosis of COVID-19 infection was made using multiplex RT-PCR and Gene Finder by Osang Korea. Out of a total of 2223 patients evaluated, the results showed that 206 had positive COVID-19 results, whereas 2017 (91 percent) had negative results. As asymptomatic patients carry COVID-19 infections and place a significant burden on healthcare systems, the study shows that COVID-19 prevalence among symptomatic and asymptomatic patients in the study area is considerable and of epidemiologic concern. The study also showed that the main symptom of Covid 19 is ENT syndrome.

 

Author (s) Details

U. A. Oparaodu

Department of Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery, Rivers State University Teaching Hospital, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

G. C. Owhonda

Department of Community Medicine, College of Medical Sciences, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

F. E. Aaron

Department of Surgery, Rivers State University, Teaching Hospital, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

J. R. Inuele

Rivers State Public Health Emergency Operations Center, Rivers State Nigeria.

S. T. Livingstone

Rivers State Public Health Emergency Operations Center, Rivers State Nigeria.

 

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Community Health Services for Geriatrics and Widows South–South Nigeria | Chapter 04 | Emerging Trends in Disease and Health Research Vol. 2

 

Geriatrics and widows are underserved in today's culture. Geriatrics are viewed as unproductive age ranges. Widows, on the other hand, have traditionally been humiliated by their husbands' family and community. They are dealing with a variety of issues that are obstructing their desire to seek medical help.

The goal of this study is to evaluate the burden of ENT and medical diseases in Geriatrics and Widows by identifying common ENT and medical conditions.

The goal of this study was to determine the prevalence of ear disorders among geriatrics at the Dagomo Foundation Home for the Elderly.

To determine the prevalence of ear disorders among widows in the Ubiaja community.

The purpose of this study was to determine the medical problems of widows in the Ubiaja community.

Methods: From September 2017 through April 2018, this study was a 7-month prospective study. Dagomo foundation home for the elderly in Benin City and St. Benedict Catholic Church, Ubiaja in Edo central were the study centres. The approach of total population sampling was used. The sample size was made up of all the elderly and widows who agreed to participate in the study. A health talk was provided, as well as a history taker, an Ear, Nose, and Throat examination, and a comprehensive body examination. The illness load that was discovered was recorded. Those who needed more review and management were forwarded to the appropriate people. SPSS Version 20 was used to perform statistical analysis on the data. Statistical significance was defined as a P value of less than 0.05.

The study included 50 geriatrics and 67 widows. For Geriatrics and widows, the age range was 60 – 90 years (mean age of 69.507.78 years) and 36 – 85 years (mean age of 59.619.36). There were 13 males and 37 females among the geriatrics, with 67 widows. Geriatrics had seventeen (17) different ENT disorders discovered, whereas widows had seven (7) ENT conditions and twelve (12) medical conditions recognised. In Geriatrics, the most common ENT illnesses were Otitis Media with Effusion (34.9%), Left Cerumen Auris (20.9%), and Otomycosis (20.9%). In widows, Right Cerumen Auris predominated (65.6%), followed by Left Cerumen Auris (50.0%), and Otitis Externa (10%). (28.1 percent ). The most
frequent medical problem among widows was osteoarthritis (90.6 percent). There were no statistically significant tests of connection.

Conclusion: Geriatrics and widows bear a considerable burden of Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) and medical illnesses.

Recommendations: To improve the quality of life of geriatrics and widows, the government should plan specialised healthcare measures.

The government should ensure that an educational policy is in place to establish age-appropriate training protocols for children and young adults on ageing issues.

Author(S) Details

I. O. Akpalaba
University of Medical Sciences, (UNIMED), Ondo State, Nigeria.

F. F. Blackie
Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, (ISTH), Edo State, Nigeria.

R. U. E. Akpalaba
University of Benin, (UNIBEN), Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.

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Quality Health Care in Indian Setup: An ENT OPD Based Approach for Quality Health Care Indicators| Chapter 6| Highlights on Medicine and Medical Science Vol. 11

 Background: Doctor-patient interactions are struggling at the moment, especially in India. The increased frequency of lawsuits and acts of violence against doctors exemplifies this trend. This introduces a patient-centered approach, as well as patient happiness, and leads to health-care conceptions of high quality. There is a renewed focus on enhancing quality of life through the Quality Council of India. Here's an attempt to find a causal link utilising some common indicators that, if adjusted, could lead to a better doctor-patient relationship. Aims and Objectives: To compare, analyse, and document parameters of quality health care in the Indian context, as well as to identify any statistically significant associations between quality health care indicators and patient satisfaction levels. Methods: At an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Out Patient Department (OPD) in an Indian context, patient satisfaction was measured using quality care indicators. These metrics are based on two kinds of factors: hospital domain and doctor domain, with each parameter assessed on a five-point likert scale. The high scores in the doctor area are statistically significant. The examination and doctor communication (domain) criteria obtained the greatest marks, while the hospital's hygiene and sanitation received the top grade from patients in the hospital domain. Conclusion: Good health care is multidimensional, and hospital and doctor qualities are highly interrelated. According to statistics, a doctor's examination and communication improves the sense of trust and doctor-patient connection significantly.

Author (s) Details

Dr. Himanshu Joshi
Department of ENT-HNS, Military Hospital Jabalpur (M.P.), India.

Satyanjaya Sahoo
Military Hospital, Shillong Meghalaya, India

Dr. Vikas Kumar
Military Hospital, Deolali, Maharashtra, India.

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A Rare Case Report on Epistaxis in Pregnancy | Chapter 14 | Highlights on Medicine and Medical Science Vol. 10

 Introduction: Pyogenic granuloma is a benign skin and mucous membrane lesion with an unclear cause. It has been recorded as a common oral cavity lesion and a less common nasal cavity lesion. Despite the fact that its cause is unknown, pyogenic granuloma is frequently linked to pregnancy, oral contraceptives, and trauma. The goal is to diagnose and treat epistaxis during pregnancy safely for both the mother and the foetus. Case: A 22-year-old female patient with amenorrhoea for 7 months presented to the ENT opd with epistaxis and swelling in the left nasal cavity, which was eventually identified as pyogenic granuloma. Under general anaesthesia, the patient had endoscopic removal of a nasal tumour. We had to operate her because managing a pregnant woman with such a lesion was difficult. Even during radioimaging prior to surgery, there was a risk of radiation exposure. Conclusion: Pyogenic granuloma is a fast expanding lesion that should be evaluated in the differential diagnosis of a pregnant woman who has an oral and nasal tumour. The early removal of the tumour prevented subsequent issues such as foetal distress and low birth weight, as well as reduced maternal mortality and morbidity.

Author (S) Details

Dr. Shradha
Department of ENT, Mahatma Gandhi Mission Medical College and Hospital, India.

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