To deter the spread of SARS-CoV-2, or coronavirus, many governments and health authorities have called for the wearing of face masks. While the situation has recently improved and face mask requirements have eased in some countries, one thing is certain: COVID-19 has made the wearing of face masks a normal part of everyday life for billions of people, especially in clinical settings and when infection rates are high.
It is often challenging to compare studies and perform metanalyses. Data inconsistencies and incompatibility due to different reporting standards are common barriers. Until now, the field of active middle ear implants (AMEIs) has lacked reporting standards.