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Kaboodkhani R, Mehrabani D, Moghaddam A, Salahshoori I, Khonakdar HA. Tissue engineering in otology: a review of achievements. JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE. POLYMER EDITION 2024; 35:1105-1153. [PMID: 38386362 DOI: 10.1080/09205063.2024.2318822] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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Tissue engineering application in otology spans a distance from the pinna to auditory nerve covered with specialized tissues and functions such as sense of hearing and aesthetics. It holds the potential to address the barriers of lack of donor tissue, poor tissue match, and transplant rejection through provision of new and healthy tissues similar to the host and possesses the capacity to renew, to regenerate, and to repair in-vivo and was shown to be a bypasses for any need to immunosuppression. This review aims to investigate the application of tissue engineering in otology and to evaluate the achievements and challenges in external, middle and inner ear sections. Since gaining the recent knowledge and training on use of different scaffolds is essential for otology specialists and who look for the recovery of ear function and aesthetics of patients, it is shown in this review how utilizing tissue engineering and cell transplantation, regenerative medicine can provide advancements in hearing and ear aesthetics to fit different patients' needs.
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- Reza Kaboodkhani
- Otorhinolaryngology Research Center, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, School of Medicine, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Fars, Iran
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- Burn and Wound Healing Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Fars, Iran
- Stem Cell Technology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Fars, Iran
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- Iran Polymer and Petrochemical Institute (IPPI), Tehran, Iran
- Max Bergmann Center of Biomaterials and Institute of Materials Science, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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Zong H, Lou Z. Healing large Traumatic Tympanic Membrane Perforations Using Vaseline Gauze and Gelfoam Patching Alone. EAR, NOSE & THROAT JOURNAL 2023:1455613221150571. [PMID: 36625009 DOI: 10.1177/01455613221150571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of vaseline gauze (VG) patching on the treatment of large traumatic perforation of tympanic membrane (TM). MATERIAL AND METHODS 90 patients with traumatic perforation larger than 25% of the TM were randomly allocated into the control group of observation only, VG group, and Gelfoam patch alone group. The closure rate and closure time among the 3 groups were compared at 3 months. RESULTS In total, 82 large traumatic perforations were analyzed in this study. The closure rates in the control, VG, and gelfoam patch groups were 84.6%, 100.0%, and 89.3%, respectively (P = 0.637). Post-hoc multiple comparisons showed that the difference between the control and VG groups was significant (P = 0.047), but the difference wasn't significant between gelfoam alone and control groups (P = 0.699) or VG groups (P = 0.236). The mean closure times were 5.41 ± 1.47, 2.14 ± 0.93, and 3.00 ± 0.62 weeks for the control, VG, and gelfoam patch groups, respectively (P < 0.001). Post-hoc multiple comparisons showed that the difference was significant between the control and VG groups (P < 0.001) or gelfoam alone group (P < 0.001) or VG and gelfoam groups (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS VG improved the closure rate and shortened the closure time compared with observation only, which could be an effective patch material for repairing traumatic lager perforations in the outpatient setting, which is readily available and convenient.
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- Huiqin Zong
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Wenzhou medical university affiliated Yiwu Hospital, Yiwu city, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Wenzhou medical university affiliated Yiwu Hospital, Yiwu city, China
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Liu Y, Ding Y, Li Y, Xin Y, Li D, Lin Y. Endoscopic modified perichondrium-cartilage sandwich graft for repairing chronic subtotal and total perforations. Am J Otolaryngol 2022; 43:103231. [PMID: 34537512 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2021.103231] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2021] [Accepted: 09/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was evaluate the short-and long-term graft outcome and complications of endoscopic modified perichondrium-cartilage sandwich graft for repairing chronic subtotal and total perforations. STUDY DESIGN Prospective case series. MATERIALS AND METHODS 135 patients with chronic subtotal and total perforations who underwent endoscopic modified perichondrium-cartilage sandwich graft technique. The graft success rate, hearing outcome, and complications were evaluated at postoperative 6 and 24 months. RESULTS 124 patients were finally included in this study. The graft success rate was 96.3% in subtotal perforation and 97.7% in total perforation (P = 0.874), with an overall success rate of 96.8% at postoperative 6 months. The graft success rate was 95.8% (68/71) in subtotal perforation and 94.9% (37/39) in total perforation (P = 0.795), with an overall success rate of 95.5% (105/110) at postoperative 24 months. The mean ABG improved from 28.0 ± 5.3 dB preoperatively to 14.9 ± 4.8 dB postoperatively 12 months (P < 0.05) for subtotal perforations; from 33.4 ± 7.4 dB preoperatively to 16.1 ± 2.4 dB postoperatively 12 months (P < 0.05) for total perforations. No graft-related complications (e.g., graft lateralization, significant blunting, graft medialization) were encountered during the follow-up period. Of the 110 patients, temporal bone CT revealed well pneumatization of the middle ear and mastoid region. However, graft keratin pearl was noticed in 1.8% (2/110) patients. CONCLUSIONS Endoscopic modified perichondrium-cartilage sandwich graft for repairing subtotal and total perforations had excellent short and long-term graft success rate with less time-consuming and minimal complications.
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Li X, Zhang H, Zhang Y. Repair of large traumatic tympanic membrane perforation using ofloxacin otic solution and gelatin sponge. Braz J Otorhinolaryngol 2022; 88:9-14. [PMID: 32456874 PMCID: PMC9422449 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjorl.2020.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2019] [Revised: 03/02/2020] [Accepted: 03/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Traumatic large tympanic membrane perforations usually fail to heal and require longer healing times. Few studies have compared the healing and hearing outcomes between gelatin sponge patching and ofloxacin otic solution. OBJECTIVES To compare the healing outcomes of large traumatic tympanic membrane perforations treated with gelatin sponge, ofloxacin otic solution, and spontaneous healing. METHODS Traumatic tympanic membrane perforations >50% of the entire eardrum were randomly divided into three groups: ofloxacin otic solution, gelatin sponge patch and spontaneous healing groups. The healing outcome and hearing gain were compared between the three groups at 6 months. RESULTS A total of 136 patients with large traumatic tympanic membrane perforations were included in analyses. The closure rates were 97.6% (40/41), 87.2% (41/47), and 79.2% (38/48) in the ofloxacin otic solution, gelatin sponge patch, and spontaneous healing groups, respectively (p=0.041). The mean times to closure were 13.12±4.61, 16.47±6.24, and 49.51±18.22 days in these groups, respectively (p<0.001). CONCLUSIONS Gelatin sponge patch and ofloxacin otic solution may serve as effective and inexpensive treatment strategies for traumatic large tympanic membrane perforations. However, ofloxacin otic solution must be self-applied daily to keep the perforation edge moist, while gelatin sponge patching requires periodic removal and re-patching.
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- Xiuguo Li
- Jining NO.1 People's Hospital, Department of Otolaryngology, Jining, China
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- Jining Medical University, Department of Histology and Embryology, Jining, China
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- Jining NO.1 People's Hospital, Department of Otolaryngology, Jining, China.
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Topical Application of bFGF Alone for the Regeneration of Chronic Tympanic Membrane Perforations: A Preliminary Case Series. Stem Cells Int 2021; 2021:5583046. [PMID: 34054968 PMCID: PMC8143876 DOI: 10.1155/2021/5583046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2021] [Revised: 04/07/2021] [Accepted: 05/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Results A total of 29 patients consisting 13 in the bFGF alone group and 16 in the myringoplasty group were finally included in the analysis. Of the 13 patients in the bFGF alone group, the perforations were small in 6 and medium in 7; the etiology was secondary to COM in 11 and to trauma in 2. One patient with an unhealed perforation continued bFGF treatment until 6 months, while the others stopped at 3 months. Of the seven medium-sized perforations, none of the five COM perforations closed, while the two traumatic perforations achieved complete closure within 2 and 4 weeks, respectively. The successful closure rate was 28.6% (2/7). Successful closure was achieved in 66.7% (4/6) of the six small perforations with COM, with a mean closure time of 4.75 weeks. Of the 16 patients in the myringoplasty group, all perforations were medium-sized and were secondary to COM in 15 cases and traumatic in 1 case; all achieved complete closure. Conclusions bFGF alone facilitated the repair of chronic traumatic perforations and small perforations with COM, but not medium-sized perforations with COM. These observations indicated that the regenerative conditions of traumatic perforations are better than those of COM perforations when using bFGF alone, and that graft materials could play a critical role in the regeneration of larger-sized chronic perforations with COM.
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Aleemardani M, Bagher Z, Farhadi M, Chahsetareh H, Najafi R, Eftekhari B, Seifalian A. Can Tissue Engineering Bring Hope to the Development of Human Tympanic Membrane? TISSUE ENGINEERING PART B-REVIEWS 2021; 27:572-589. [PMID: 33164696 DOI: 10.1089/ten.teb.2020.0176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The tympanic membrane (TM), more commonly known as the eardrum, consists of a thin layer of tissue in the human ear that receives sound vibrations from outside of the body and transmits them to the auditory ossicles. The TM perforations (TMPs) are a common ontological condition, which in some cases can result in permanent hearing loss. Despite the spontaneous healing capacity of the TM to regenerate in the majority of cases of acute perforation, chronic perforations require surgical interventions. However, the disadvantages of the surgical procedure include infection, anesthetic risks, and high failure of graft patency. The tissue engineering strategy, which includes the applications of a three-dimensional (3D) scaffold, cells, and biomolecules or a combination of them for the closure of chronic perforation, has been considered as an emerging treatment. Using this approach, emerging products are currently under development to regenerate the TM structure and its properties. This research aimed to highlight the problems with the current methods of TMP treatment, and critically evaluate the tissue engineering approaches, which may overcome these drawbacks. The focus of this review is on recent literature to critically discuss the emerging advanced materials used as a 3D scaffold in the development of a TM with cellular engineering, biomolecules, cells, and the fabrications of the TM and its pathway to the clinical application. In this review, we discuss the properties of TM and the advantages and disadvantages of the current clinical products for repair and replacement of the TM. Furthermore, we provide an overview of the in vitro and preclinical studies of emerging products over the past 5 years. The results of recent preclinical studies suggest that the tissue engineering field holds significant promise.
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- Mina Aleemardani
- Biomedical Engineering Department, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- ENT and Head & Neck Research Centre and Department, The Five Senses Institute, Hazrat Rasoul Akram Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- ENT and Head & Neck Research Centre and Department, The Five Senses Institute, Hazrat Rasoul Akram Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Life Science Engineering, Faculty of New Science and Technologies, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Life Science Engineering, Faculty of New Science and Technologies, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Biomedical Engineering Department, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Nanotechnology and Regenerative Medicine Commercialisation Centre (NanoRegMed Ltd.), London BioScience Innovation Centre, London, United Kingdom
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Ghanad I, Polanik MD, Trakimas DR, Knoll RM, Castillo-Bustamante M, Black NL, Kozin ED, Remenschneider AK. A Systematic Review of Nonautologous Graft Materials Used in Human Tympanoplasty. Laryngoscope 2020; 131:392-400. [PMID: 33176008 DOI: 10.1002/lary.28914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2020] [Revised: 06/01/2020] [Accepted: 06/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Nonautologous graft materials may solve several dilemmas in tympanoplasty by obviating the need for graft harvest, facilitating consistent wound healing, and permitting graft placement in the clinical setting. Prior studies of nonautologous grafts in humans have shown variable outcomes. In this systematic review, we aim to 1) summarize clinical outcomes and 2) discuss limitations in the literature regarding nonautologous grafts for tympanoplasty in humans. METHODS A literature review was performed using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) recommendations. The study size, etiology and duration of perforation, type of nonautologous graft, and postoperative closure rate were assessed. RESULTS The PRISMA approach yielded 61 articles, including 3,247 ears that met inclusion criteria. Studies evaluated nonautologous grafts including paper patch, gelatin sponge, growth factors, porcine small-intestinal submucosa, among others. Traumatic perforations (62.3%) were most commonly studied, whereas postinfectious perforations (31.9%) and other etiologies (5.8%) comprised a minority of cases. Acute perforations of <8 weeks duration constituted just over half of all treated ears. Overall closure rate was 82.1%, with significantly higher closure rates in acute (89.9%) versus chronic perforations (64.9%, P < .01), regardless of material. A median postoperative air-bone gap of 5.6 dB was found in the 23% of studies reporting this metric. CONCLUSIONS The majority of publications reviewing nonautologous materials in tympanoplasty evaluate acute or traumatic perforations, and few rigorously report hearing outcomes. Given available data, porcine submucosa and basic fibroblast growth factor may hold promise for chronic perforation closure. Future studies should report closure rates and hearing outcomes in perforations >8 weeks duration. Laryngoscope, 131:392-400, 2021.
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- Iman Ghanad
- Eaton-Peabody Laboratories, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A.,Department of Otolaryngology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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- Eaton-Peabody Laboratories, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A.,Department of Otolaryngology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S.A.,Department of Otolaryngology, UMass Memorial Medical Center, Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.A
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- Eaton-Peabody Laboratories, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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- Eaton-Peabody Laboratories, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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- Eaton-Peabody Laboratories, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A.,Department of Otolaryngology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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- Eaton-Peabody Laboratories, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A.,Department of Otolaryngology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A.,Department of Otolaryngology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S.A.,Department of Otolaryngology, UMass Memorial Medical Center, Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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The effects of everted or inverted edges on healing of traumatic-induced tympanic membrane perforations. The Journal of Laryngology & Otology 2019; 133:1092-1096. [DOI: 10.1017/s0022215119002445] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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AbstractObjectivesTo evaluate the healing and hearing outcomes related to the everted or inverted edge area on slap- and fist-induced large tympanic membrane perforations.MethodsA total of 120 patients with slap- or fist-induced tympanic membrane perforations, with inverted or everted edges, affecting 50–75 per cent of the entire tympanic membrane, were randomly divided into 2 groups: an edge approximation group and a spontaneous healing group. The edge approximation group was divided into subgroups A and B based on the reversed edge area (reversed edge was more or less than 50 per cent of the total perforation, respectively). Healing outcomes and hearing improvements at six months were compared.ResultsThe data of 118 patients were analysed. The closure rate of perforations in subgroup A, subgroup B, and the spontaneous healing group was 90.9 per cent, 92.1 per cent and 84.5 per cent, respectively; the difference between the three groups was not significant (p = 0.393).ConclusionThe area of reversed edges for slap- or fist-induced tympanic membrane perforations did not seem to affect healing and hearing outcomes, regardless of edge approximation and everted or inverted edges.
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Jin KF. Commentary on topical platelet rich plasma versus hyaluronic acid during fat graft myringoplasty. Am J Otolaryngol 2019; 40:465-466. [PMID: 30803807 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2019.02.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2019] [Accepted: 02/18/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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- Kan-Feng Jin
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, the Affiliated Yiwu Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Zhejiang 322000, China
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Lou ZC, Lou Z. Efficacy of EGF and Gelatin Sponge for Traumatic Tympanic Membrane Perforations: A Randomized Controlled Study. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2018; 159:1028-1036. [PMID: 30060707 DOI: 10.1177/0194599818792019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare the outcomes of epidermal growth factor (EGF) and gelatin sponge patch treatments for traumatic tympanic membrane perforations. STUDY DESIGN Prospective, randomized, controlled. SETTING University-affiliated teaching hospital. SUBJECTS AND METHODS In total, 141 perforations encompassing >50% of the eardrum were randomly divided into 3 groups: EGF (n = 47), gelatin sponge patch (n = 47), and observation (n = 47). The edges of the perforations were not approximated. The closure rate, mean closure time, and infection rate were evaluated at 6 months and the related factors analyzed. RESULTS A total of 135 perforations were analyzed. At 6 months, the closure rates were 97.8%, 86.7%, and 82.2% in the EGF, gelatin sponge patch, and spontaneous healing groups, respectively (P = .054). The mean ± SD closure time was 11.12 ± 4.60, 13.67 ± 5.37, and 25.65 ± 13.32 days in the EGF, gelatin sponge patch, and spontaneous healing groups, respectively (P < .001). In addition, the presence of infection was not significantly associated with rate of closure in any group. CONCLUSIONS As compared with spontaneous healing, daily application of EGF and gelatin sponge patching reduced the closure time of traumatic tympanic membrane perforations. EGF treatment had a higher closure rate and shorter closure time but resulted in otorrhea. By contrast, gelatin sponge patches did not improve the closure rate or cause otorrhea but required repeated patch removal and reapplication. Thus, the appropriate treatment should be selected according to patient need.
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- Zheng Cai Lou
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Affiliated Yiwu Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Zhejiang, China
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- Department Clinical Class No. 11, Clinical Medicine, Xinxiang Medical University, Henan, China
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Comparison of FGF-2, FLOX, and Gelfoam Patching for Traumatic Tympanic Membrane Perforation. Otol Neurotol 2018; 37:1679-1680. [PMID: 27755459 DOI: 10.1097/mao.0000000000001264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Healing Human Moderate and Large Traumatic Tympanic Membrane Perforations Using Basic Fibroblast Growth Factor, 0.3% Ofloxacin Eardrops, and Gelfoam Patching. Otol Neurotol 2017; 37:735-41. [PMID: 27295381 DOI: 10.1097/mao.0000000000001080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The goal of this study was to evaluate the effects of basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF), 0.3% ofloxacin eardrops (OFLX), and Gelfoam patching on the healing of human moderate and large traumatic tympanic membrane perforations (TMPs). STUDY DESIGN A prospective, quasi-randomized, controlled clinical study. SETTING A University-affiliated teaching hospital. SUBJECTS AND METHODS We performed a quasi-randomized prospective analysis between January 2010 and December 2014. All patients had traumatic TMPs covering areas >25% of the entire tympanic membrane. The closure rates, closure times, hearing gains, and rates of otorrhea in patients who underwent conservative observation, Gelfoam patching, topical bFGF application, and direct application of OFLX were compared. RESULTS We ultimately included 185 patients. Closure rates did not significantly differ among the four groups (p = 0.257). Post-hoc multiple comparisons also showed that the closure rates did not differ between any two groups (p > 0.083). The mean closure times were 25.6 ± 13.32, 12.3 ± 8.15, 14.3 ± 5.44, and 13.97 ± 8.82 days for the observation, bFGF, Gelfoam patch, and OFLX groups, respectively. The closure times of the four groups differed significantly (p < 0.001). Post-hoc multiple comparisons showed that the differences between the observation group and each of the other groups were significant (p < 0.001). No other between- or among-group differences were significant (p > 0.0083). CONCLUSION The findings of this study suggest that OFLX, bFGF, and Gelfoam patching accelerated the closure of human moderate and large traumatic TMPs. Hence, treatment of human traumatic TMPs should be revisited clinically. Topical application of OFLX may be recommended, because OFLX is more easily available and convenient than bFGF or Gelfoam patch for otology outpatients.
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Jin ZH, Dong YH, Lou ZH. The effects of fibroblast growth factor-2 delivered via a Gelfoam patch on the regeneration of myringosclerotic traumatic eardrum perforations lying close to the malleus. Am J Otolaryngol 2017; 38:582-587. [PMID: 28606657 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2017.06.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2017] [Revised: 05/17/2017] [Accepted: 06/04/2017] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We evaluated the effects of fibroblast growth factor-2 (FGF-2) delivered via a Gelfoam patch on the regeneration of myringosclerotic traumatic tympanic membrane perforations (TMPs) lying close to the malleus. STUDY DESIGN A prospective, randomized, controlled clinical study. SETTING A university-affiliated teaching hospital. SUBJECTS AND METHODS We prospectively analyzed, in a randomized manner, the outcomes of treatment for traumatic TMPs constituting >25% of the tympanic membrane. The closure rates, closure times, and otorrhea rates were compared among patients treated via FGF-2-containing Gelfoam patches, Gelfoam patches alone, and observation only. RESULTS We analyzed data from 138 patients. The perforation closure rates in the FGF-2 plus Gelfoam patch, Gelfoam patch, and observation alone groups were 97.9, 89.8, and 70.7%, respectively. Both the FGF-2 plus Gelfoam and Gelfoam alone groups exhibited significantly higher closure rates than the observational group (both p<0.05).The mean closure times were 15.7±5.1, 24.8±4.9, and 35.7±9.2days in the FGF-2 plus Gelfoam patch, Gelfoam patch alone, and observation alone groups, respectively. The FGF-2 plus Gelfoam patch group exhibited a significantly shorter closure time than the Gelfoam patch alone and observation alone groups (p<0.05). The incidences of purulent otorrhea were 14.6, 6.1, and 4.9% in the FGF-2 plus Gelfoam patch, Gelfoam patch alone, and observation alone groups, respectively. Surprisingly, 7 of 7 (100.0%) perforations associated with purulent otorrhea completely closed in the FGF-2 plus Gelfoam patch group; however, no such perforation healed in either the Gelfoam alone or observation alone group. CONCLUSIONS FGF-2 plus Gelfoam patching significantly shortened the closure time compared to observation and Gelfoam patching alone, and it significantly improved the closure rate (compared to observation alone) of myringosclerotic perforations lying close the malleus. FGF-2 plus Gelfoam patching is a valuable, minimally invasive alternative treatment that may be readily applied to outpatient settings.
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- Zhong-Hai Jin
- Department of Medicine, YiWu Central Hospital, Yiwu city 322000, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Daqing Oilfield Genaral Hospital, Daqing City 163001, Heilongjiang Province, China
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang City 453003, Henan Province, China.
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A moist edge environment aids the regeneration of traumatic tympanic membrane perforations. The Journal of Laryngology & Otology 2017; 131:564-571. [PMID: 28502255 DOI: 10.1017/s0022215117001001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To review the history of moist therapy used to regenerate traumatic tympanic membrane perforations. STUDY DESIGN Literature review. METHODS The literature on topical agents used to treat traumatic tympanic membrane perforations was reviewed, and the advantages and disadvantages of moist therapy were analysed. RESULTS A total of 76 studies were included in the analysis. Topical applications of certain agents (e.g. growth factors, Ofloxacin Otic Solution, and insulin solutions) to the moist edges of traumatic tympanic membrane perforations shortened closure times and improved closure rates. CONCLUSION Dry tympanic membrane perforation edges may be associated with crust formation and centrifugal migration, delaying perforation closure. On the contrary, moist edges inhibit necrosis at the perforation margins, stimulate proliferation of granulation tissue and aid eardrum healing. Thus, moist perforation margins upon topical application of solutions of appropriate agents aid the regeneration of traumatic tympanic membrane perforations.
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Fat volume is critical when performing fat-plug myringoplasty. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2017; 274:2661-2663. [DOI: 10.1007/s00405-017-4458-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2016] [Accepted: 01/09/2017] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Lou Z. Traumatic Tympanic Membrane Perforation Repair Using Gelfoam, Ofloxacin Drops, and FGF-2. Otol Neurotol 2016; 37:1680. [DOI: 10.1097/mao.0000000000001265] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Lou ZC. Dry and wet edges of traumatic tympanic membrane perforations. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2016; 273:4647-4648. [DOI: 10.1007/s00405-016-4072-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2016] [Accepted: 04/22/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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"Dry", "moist", and "wet" status of the middle ear in the regeneration of the eardrum. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2016; 273:4643-4645. [PMID: 27115908 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-016-4054-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2016] [Accepted: 04/12/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Chang J. Does chlortetracycline ointment aid healing of a traumatic tympanic membrane perforation? Clin Otolaryngol 2016; 41:435-6. [PMID: 27121165 DOI: 10.1111/coa.12655] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/31/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Jiang Chang
- Department of Pediatric otolaryngology; Children's Hospital Of Dongguan; Dongguan Guangdong China
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A better design is needed for clinical studies of chronic tympanic membrane perforations using biological materials. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2016; 273:4045-4046. [DOI: 10.1007/s00405-016-4019-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2016] [Accepted: 03/30/2016] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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