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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Tuberculosis in Otorhinolaryngology: A Case Series and Short Review of Related Data from South-Eastern Europe | Chapter 4 | Medicine and Medical Research: New Perspectives Vol. 10

 

This study provides significant contributions to the understanding of tuberculosis in the field of otorhinolaryngology. It highlights the diagnostic challenges posed by the rare ENT manifestations of tuberculosis, which are often mistaken for more common conditions such as neoplasms or chronic infections. The manuscript effectively underscores the importance of including tuberculosis in the differential diagnosis, especially in cases where clinical presentation is typical. Worldwide, tuberculosis can infect any part of the body, however, it most frequently affects the lungs. Even while otorhinolaryngological symptoms of tuberculosis are uncommon and typically develop as a result of lung illness, they nonetheless pose a serious diagnostic difficulty. About 1% of all upper airway localizations are caused by nasopharyngeal tuberculosis, which is uncommon and most frequently manifests as adenoids. Tuberculous glossitis (oral tuberculosis) is even scarcer and may present in various clinical forms, usually mimicking a malignant neoplasm, or, less often, trauma or other infectious lesions. Oropharynx tuberculosis is usually misdiagnosed as hypertrophic chronic tonsillitis. The study presents four rare cases of ENT tuberculosis, primary adenoiditis and tonsillitis in a 13-year-old girl, a curious case of tuberculous glossitis in a 65-year-old woman, clinically diagnosed as a lingual neoplasm and two cases of tuberculous lymphadenopathy uncommonly located in the submandibular and supraclavicular regions. A comprehensive review of literature follows the case presentations. Tuberculous manifestation in the ear, nose and throat area remains a difficult diagnosis to establish, particularly because of its rarity and non-specific clinical appearance, and should be included in the differential diagnosis of pharynx lesions. An early diagnosis is essential to avoid the occurrence of complications. Tuberculous glossitis remains a difficult diagnosis to establish, particularly because of its rarity and non-specific clinical appearance, and should be included in the differential diagnosis of oral lesions. It is rarely a primary infection, and an early diagnosis is essential to avoid the occurrence of complications.

 

Author (s) Details

Horia Mocanu
Department of ENT&HNS, Faculty of Medicine, “Titu Maiorescu” University, 031593, Bucharest, Romania and Department of ENT&HNS, Gaesti City Hospital, 135200, Gaesti, Dambovita, Romania.

 

Adela-Ioana Mocanu
Department of ENT&HNS, Gaesti City Hospital, 135200, Gaesti, Dambovita, Romania and Faculty of Medicine, Doctoral School, “Titu Maiorescu” University, 031593 Bucharest, Romania.

 

Please see the book here:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/mmrnp/v10/2565

Hearing Assessment of Medical Equipment for Health Facilities in Cameroon | Chapter 16 | New Horizons in Medicine and Medical Research Vol. 9

 The COVID-19 outbreak gives Sub-Saharan African countries a chance to reconsider their foreign affiliations and national goals. Having raw stuff isn't going to help you advance. Only local industry is capable of doing so. They must provide favourable conditions for the growth of local firms in all disciplines, especially in the food and health industries, which will help other sectors expand. Cameroon now has access to all of the resources necessary to reverse hearing loss. Every year, the sector gains more otorhinolaryngologists, speech therapists, hearing aid fitters, cochlear implant surgeons, and other specialists. With the SON'OR device, the country may take the lead in hearing screening. Our goal is to have a national universal newborn hearing screening programme implemented. Early detection and rehabilitation are aided by this programme. In the disciplines of otorhinolaryngology, as well as other medical and non-medical fields, BENDO will continue to improve and innovate. It will shortly ship an electronic computer-based pure tone audiometer and a digital hearing aid, among other things.

Author(S) Details

Jean Valentin F. Fokouo
Otorhinolaryngology unit of Bertoua regional Hospital, Bertoua, Cameroon and  Scientific group COCHLEES (Collectif ORL et Citoyen contre le Handicap et L’Exclusion Engendres par la Surdite),Cameroon.

Guy Merlin Ngounou
Scientific group COCHLEES (Collectif ORL et Citoyen contre le Handicap et L’Exclusion Engendres par la Surdite),Cameroon and National Advanced School of Engineering, Yaounde, Cameroon and Bendo Company, Yaounde, Cameroon

Adele-Rose Ngo Nyeki
Scientific group COCHLEES (Collectif ORL et Citoyen contre le Handicap et L’Exclusion Engendres par la Surdite),Cameroon and Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences of University of Yaounde, Cameroon.

Emmanuel Choffor-Nchinda
Scientific group COCHLEES (Collectif ORL et Citoyen contre le Handicap et L’Exclusion Engendres par la Surdite),Cameroon and Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Buea, Cameroon.

Asmaou Bouba Dalil
Scientific group COCHLEES (Collectif ORL et Citoyen contre le Handicap et L’Exclusion Engendres par la Surdite),Cameroon and Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences of University of Yaounde, Cameroon.

Esthelle Geneviève Stephanie Minka Ngom
Scientific group COCHLEES (Collectif ORL et Citoyen contre le Handicap et L’Exclusion Engendres par la Surdite),Cameroon and Faculty of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Douala, Cameroon.

Jean Espoir Evehe Vokwely
Scientific group COCHLEES (Collectif ORL et Citoyen contre le Handicap et L’Exclusion Engendres par la Surdite),Cameroon and John Hope Clinic, Yaounde, Cameroon.

Albert Bernard Atsa Nti
Bendo Company, Yaounde, Cameroon.

Martin Kom
National Advanced School of Engineering, Yaounde, Cameroon.

Louis Richard Njock
Faculty of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Douala, Cameroon.

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