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. 2022 Feb;172(1-2):8-13.
doi: 10.1007/s10354-021-00895-x. Epub 2021 Dec 1.

[Diagnosis and Therapy of Olfactory Dysfunction - State of the ArtThe neglected sense-new evidence highlights the significance of the human sense of smell]

[Article in German]
Christian A Müller  1 , Bertold Renner  2   3
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[Diagnosis and Therapy of Olfactory Dysfunction - State of the ArtThe neglected sense-new evidence highlights the significance of the human sense of smell]

[Article in German]
Christian A Müller et al. Wien Med Wochenschr. 2022 Feb.

Abstract
in English, German

Recent research shows that the human sense of smell seems to be more efficient than previously believed and to have a major impact on our health condition and quality of life. During the COVID-19 pandemic, an increased clinical interest has become evident for the SARS-CoV-2 related impact on olfactory function. This article highlights important aspects in the diagnosis and therapy of the chemical senses.

Zunehmende Evidenz belegt, dass der menschliche Geruchssinn eine große Bedeutung für die Gesundheit und Lebensqualität einnimmt sowie eine besondere Leistungsfähigkeit aufweist. Durch die häufig auftretende Riechstörung im Rahmen der Infektion mit SARS-CoV‑2 rückt das klinische Interesse in der Behandlung von Patienten mit Verlust des Geruchs- und Geschmackssinnes in den Vordergrund. Der vorliegende Artikel beleuchtet wichtige Aspekte in der Diagnose und Therapie der chemischen Sinne.

Keywords: Anosmia; Hyposmia; Parosmia; Smell loss; Smell training.

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