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The impact of COVID-19 on otolaryngology research: a cross-sectional analysis of discontinued trials

By JOM Staff

08.05.22

The COVID-19 pandemic has reduced the capacity to conduct medical research due to recruitment difficulties, supply chain shortages, and funding deficits. The clinical practice of otolaryngology was especially impacted due to a reduction in elective procedures, such as facial plastic surgeries and vocal fold injections.