Ask the Experts | Medical & Surgical | West Nile Virus and Cholesteatoma West Nile Virus and Cholesteatoma Eric Sargent, MD January 20, 2003 Print Question I have a patient who is a survivor of West Nile Virus. She lost mobility on her right side. Ever since she had the virus she noticed a decrease in right ear hearing. I sent her to her ENT and she had a cholesteatoma. This patient has had a history of sinus and ear related problems. Have you heard of any similar cases? Do you think they are related or is it just a coincidence? Answer There is no connection I know between West Nile Virus and cholesteatoma or any ear disease, per se.A more significant co-morbid condition would be sinusitis, which could predispose her to eustachian tube dysfunction and, in turn, to the development of cholesteatoma.Eric Sargent, MD BIO:Eric W. Sargent, MD, FACS, is an otologist/neurotologist at the Michigan Ear Institute in Farmington Hills, Michigan. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, the American Neurotology Society and the North American Skull Base Society. He has authored over 20 peer-reviewed papers and several chapters on topics in hearing, balance, and the assessment and treatment of ear disorders. Eric Sargent, MD Related Courses Presenter Gayle E. Hicks, PhD, CCC-A, DABNM Intra-operative Neurologic Monitoring as a Career Path for Audiologists [Recorded Course] Course: #20048 CEUs/Hours Offered: AAA/0.2 Intermediate; ACAud/0.2; ASHA/0.2 Intermediate, Professional; BAA/2.0; CAA/2.0; CASLPA/2.0; IHS/2.0; Kansas DHE, LTS-S0035/2.0 Cost: Free to View The purpose of this presentation is to offer information on the field of intra-operative monitoring for the audiologist considering it as a potential career path. The presentation will introduce the OR environment, demonstrate the manner of clinical application of electrophysiology during surgery, and qualifications necessary to perform neuro-physiological intra-operative monitoring. Course Details Presenter A. U. Bankaitis, PhD, FAAA Infection Control Part II: What Audiologists Need to Do [Text/Transcript Course] Course: #20015 CEUs/Hours Offered: AAA/0.1 Intermediate; ACAud/0.1; AHIP/1.0; ASHA/0.1 Intermediate, Professional; BAA/1.0; CAA/1.0; CASLPA/1.0; Calif. HADB/1.0 Ethics/Business Practices; IHS/1.0; Kansas DHE, LTS-S0035/1.0 Cost: Free to View The purpose of this course was to outline requirements of a written infection control plan. This course was designed to provide an overview of considerations in choosing appropriate infection control products and integrating acceptable infection control procedures to ensure compliance with standards. Course Details Presenter A. U. Bankaitis, PhD, FAAA Infection Control Part I: Why Audiologists Need to Do It [Text/Transcript Course] Course: #20014 CEUs/Hours Offered: AAA/0.1 Intermediate; ACAud/0.1; AHIP/1.0; ASHA/0.1 Intermediate, Professional; BAA/1.0; CAA/1.0; CASLPA/1.0; Calif. HADB/1.0 Ethics/Business Practices; IHS/1.0; Kansas DHE, LTS-S0035/1.0 Cost: Free to View The purpose of this course is to define infection control and outline a clear rationale as to why it must be integrated into audiology practice. This presentation will also focus on initial preparation for implementing an infection control plan. Course Details Presenter Robert Tysoe Unitron Practice Development Series: The Diabetes and Hearing Loss Link [Recorded Course] Course: #19692 CEUs/Hours Offered: AAA/0.1 Intermediate; ACAud/0.1; AHIP/1.0; BAA/1.0; CAA/1.0; Calif. HADB/1.0 Hearing Aid Related; IHS/1.0; Kansas DHE, LTS-S0035/1.0 Cost: Free to View This course takes a look at "the link" between hearing loss and people with diabetes and provides a discussion of how to implement an effective patient care plan. Course Details Presenter Robert A. Battista, MD MD, FACS, F.A.C.S Acoustic Neuroma: An Overview [Recorded Course] Course: #19628 CEUs/Hours Offered: AAA/0.1 Introductory; ACAud/1.0; BAA/1.0; CAA/1.0; CASLPA/1.0; IHS/1.0; Kansas DHE, LTS-S0035/1.0 Cost: Free to View This presentation will focus on a basic overview of acoustic neuromas. We will discuss causes, symptoms, risk factors, complications, testing and diagnosis, treatments/medical management, coping and support, prognosis, and case studies. Course Details
