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Which is the single most important factor in deciding the management and determining the prognosis of head and neck cancer?
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Content Type Journal ArticleCategory EditorialDOI 10.1007/s00405-009-1114-5Authors
Alfio Ferlito, University of Udine, Policlinico Universitario Department of Surgical Sciences, ENT Clinic Piazzale S. Maria della Misericordia 33100 Udine ItalyRobert P. Takes, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Nijmegen The NetherlandsAlessandra Rinaldo, University of Udine, Policlinico Universitario Department of Surgical Sciences, ENT Clinic Piazzale S. Maria della Misericordia 33100 Udine ItalyKenneth O. Devaney, Allegiance Health Department of Pathology Jackson MI USA
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Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - October 13, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Source Type: journals
Medullary thyroid cancer: RET testing of an archival materialEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study shows that genetic
testing of archival MTC material is technically possible and might be a way of identifying patients with previously not recognized
hereditary MTC.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Head & NeckDOI 10.1007/s00405-009-1115-4Authors
Christian Godballe, Odense University Hospital The Department of ENT Head and Neck Surgery Odense DenmarkGita Jørgensen, Odense University Hospital The Department of ENT Head and Neck Surgery Odense DenmarkAnne-Marie Gerdes, Odense University Hospital The Department of Clinical Genetics Odense DenmarkAnnelise S. Krogdahl, Odense University Hospital The Depar...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - October 13, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Source Type: journals
Effect of nasal packing and haemostatic septal suture on mucociliary activity after septoplasty: an assessment by rhinoscintigraphyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Nasal packing may influence the mucociliary clearance of the nose in the postoperative healing phase. In an attempt to overcome
some of this problem, a haemostatic septal suturing technique was conceived. In this prospective study, we aimed to investigate
the effects of nasal packing and septal suturing technique on mucociliary clearance by rhinoscintigraphy. Forty-eight adult
patients who had undergone septoplasty were included in the investigation. Preoperatively, the patients were allocated into
three groups: group 1, fingerstall packs filled with gauze and smeared with vaseline were used (11 mal...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - October 13, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Source Type: journals
A Case of Congenitally Absent Left Internal Carotid Artery: Vascular Malformations in 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome.Email this article to a colleague.
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We present a clinical case report in detail of this unique 22q11.2 deletion associated finding. Key Words: 22q11deletion syndrome, velocardiofacial syndrome, internal carotid artery agenesis, vascular anomaly.
PMID: 19860531 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal - October 13, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Johnson M, Gentry L, Rice G, Mount D Tags: Cleft Palate Craniofac J Source Type: journals
EFFECTS OF VELOPHARYNGEAL DYSFUNCTION ON MIDDLE EAR OF REPAIRED CLEFT PALATE PATIENTS.Email this article to a colleague.
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This study will assess velopharyngeal muscle adequacy after palatoplasty through videonasoendoscopy and verify if there is a correlation with otological status. Design: transversal study. Setting: otorhinolaryngology and cleft palate outpatient service of HCPA, Porto Alegre, Brazil. Patients: seventy three patients with cleft palate or cleft lip and palate between the ages of six and 12 who had already undergone palatoplasty. Interventions: videonasoendoscopy for evaluation of velopharyngeal function and videotoscopy to assess middle ear status. Main Outcome Measures: severity scale for videonasoendoscopic and videotoscopi...
Source: The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal - October 13, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: da Silva D, Collares MV, da Costa S Tags: Cleft Palate Craniofac J Source Type: journals
Psychosocial Adjustment in Children and Adolescents with a Craniofacial Anomaly: Diagnosis-Specific Patterns.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Specific patterns of strengths and weaknesses in psychosocial adjustment may vary by CFA diagnosis. Replication of these findings, with extension to other CFA diagnoses, is warranted. Key Words: psychosocial adjustment, children, adolescents.
PMID: 19860517 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal - October 13, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Snyder H, Pope A Tags: Cleft Palate Craniofac J Source Type: journals
Craniofacial morphology in children of mothers with the m.3243A>G mutation in mitochondrial DNA.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Differences were found in craniofacial structures between the children of mothers with m.3243A>G and unaffected children. Differences in the upper incisor inclination, mandibular symphysis width and lower posterior face height suggest an altered mandibular growth pattern in the subjects. In addition, the children had cranial aberrations such as larger frontal sinuses and the thicker frontal bone. Key words: craniofacial growth, MELAS, cephalometry, mandibular growth pattern.
PMID: 19860506 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal - October 13, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Pihlajaniemi T, Pirttiniemi P, Uusimaa J, Majamaa K Tags: Cleft Palate Craniofac J Source Type: journals
Transoral robotic surgery for oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma: A prospective study of feasibility and functional outcomesEmail this article to a colleague.
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To investigate the feasibility of transoral robotic surgery as a method of surgical treatment of oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma.Prospective case study.Forty-five patients with previously untreated oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma underwent transoral robotic surgical removal of the tumor with or without neck dissection and with or without adjuvant therapy. Patients were observed and data were recorded on surgical time, blood loss, surgical complications, tracheostomy tube course, enteral feeding, and resumption of oral diet, speech outcomes, swallowing outcomes, and tumor recurrence.All 45 patients underwent com...
Source: The Laryngoscope - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Eric J. Moore, Kerry D. Olsen, Jan L. Kasperbauer Source Type: journals
Extracapsular spread in oral squamous cell carcinomaEmail this article to a colleague.
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Extracapsular spread (ECS) in the cervical lymph nodes represents the most significant adverse prognostic indicator in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC).In a consecutive cohort of OSCC treated by primary surgery, ECS was seen in 25% (101) of 400 patients.ECS doubled the incidence of local recurrence and distant metastases, but tripled regional failure. The recurrences occurred sooner in ECS than in non-ECS cases (206 vs 334 days, p = .04). Patients with macroscopic ECS had a 5-year overall survival (OS) of 19% compared with 31% in microscopic ECS. MRI neck staging offered poor sensitivity, especially in microscopic ECS. ...
Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Richard J. Shaw, Derek Lowe, Julia A. Woolgar, James S. Brown, E. David Vaughan, Christopher Evans, Huw Lewis-Jones, Rebecca Hanlon, Gillian L. Hall, Simon N. Rogers Source Type: journals
Impact of comorbidity on short-term mortality and overall survival of head and neck cancer patientsEmail this article to a colleague.
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In 2001, we presented a Cox regression model that is able to predict survival of the newly diagnosed patient with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). This model is based on the TNM classification and other important clinical variables such as age at diagnosis, sex, primary tumor site, and prior malignancies. We aim to improve this model by including comorbidity as an extra prognostic variable. Accurate prediction of the prognosis of the newly diagnosed patient with head and neck cancer can assist the physician in patient counseling, clinical decision-making, and quality maintenance.All patients with HNSCC of the...
Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Frank R. Datema, Marciano B. Ferrier, Marc P. van der Schroeff, Robert J. Baatenburg de Jong Source Type: journals
Upregulation of interleukin-1 by Epstein-Barr virus latent membrane protein 1 and its possible role in nasopharyngeal carcinoma cell growthEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study investigated what EBV-encoded proteins were involved in such IL-1 production.IL-1[alpha] and IL-1[beta] messenger ribonucleic acids (mRNAs) were detected in the EBV latent membrane protein 1 (LMP1) transfectant (LMP135) only by reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). LMP1-mediated IL-1[alpha] and IL-1[beta] production could be enhanced by tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-[alpha]), determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Moreover, IL-1[alpha] and IL-1[beta] mRNAs and proteins were increased in a dose-dependent manner in epithelial cells transiently transfected by an LMP1 plasmid...
Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Yu-Tzu Huang, Mei-Ying Liu, Ching-Hwa Tsai, Te-Huei Yeh Source Type: journals
Revision Surgery in OtolaryngologyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Kelly Michele Malloy Source Type: journals
The Larynx, 3rd Edition, Volumes 1 and 2Email this article to a colleague.
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Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: John M. Schweinfurth Source Type: journals
Extraesophageal RefluxEmail this article to a colleague.
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Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Lisa T. Galati Source Type: journals
Practical Head and Neck OncologyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Amy Anne D. Lassig Source Type: journals
Atlas of Skull Base Surgery and Neurotology, 2nd EditionEmail this article to a colleague.
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Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Moises A. Arriaga Source Type: journals
Morbidity and mortality of thyroidectomy for substernal goiterEmail this article to a colleague.
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Our objective was to evaluate morbidity and mortality of thyroidectomy in substernal goiters and identify patients at risk for these events.The medical records of 127 patients with substernal goiters were retrospectively reviewed.The most common preoperative symptom was shortness of breath (48%). 13% of the 127 patients were asymptomatic. Preoperative imaging identified tracheal deviation in 69% and tracheal compression in 41% of the cases. Substernal goiters were resected via a cervical approach in 100% of the cases. Six patients (5%) had postoperative hoarseness, 1 had permanent vocal cord paralysis, and 19 (15%) had tra...
Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Bassam Abboud, Ghassan Sleilaty, Nadine Mallak, Hicham Abou Zeid, Bassam Tabchy Source Type: journals
Targeted radionuclide therapy in head and neck cancerEmail this article to a colleague.
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There is great potential for targeted radionuclide therapy (TRT) in the treatment of head and neck cancer. In recent years, developments in fields such as antigen screening, protein engineering, and cancer biology have facilitated the rational design of targeted pharmaceuticals, with monoclonal antibodies forming the most rapidly expanding category. TRT may be a promising way to improve targeted treatment, especially in head and neck cancer, because of the intrinsic radiosensitivity of this tumor type. TRT may also provide a good foundation on which to build rational biologic combination therapies. In the next few years th...
Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Marika V. Nestor Source Type: journals
Inhibition of invasion and migration of salivary gland adenocarcinoma cells by 5[prime]-nitro-indirubinoxime (5[prime]-NIO)Email this article to a colleague.
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5[prime]-Nitro-indirubinoxime (5[prime]-NIO) is a derivative of the bis-indole indirubin that exhibits anticancer activities. The present study investigated the anti-invasive action of 5[prime]-NIO in salivary gland ductal adenocarcinoma, SGT cells.The wound-scratch, migration, and invasion assays were applied to determine the effect of 5[prime]-NIO on the migration capacity and invasiveness of SGT cells. Reverse-transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and Western blot were performed to evaluate the impacts of 5[prime]-NIO on the expression of [beta]1 integrin and matrix metalloproteinases MMP-2 (gelatinase-A) and...
Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ji-Hye Yoon, Soo-A Kim, Jae-Il Kim, Jong-Hwan Park, Sang-Gun Ahn, Jung-Hoon Yoon Source Type: journals
Endoglin as a marker in cervical paragangliomasEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study compares the expression of endoglin with vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), commonly used as a marker for neoangiogenesis in cervical paragangliomas (CPG).The CPG were surgically obtained from 5 patients and compared with nontumoral lung obtained from patients subjected to pulmonary resection. Detection with specific antibodies was used to determine the expression of the proteins VEGF and endoglin. The expressions of hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF) and vascular cell adhesion molecule-1 (VCAM-1) were used to determine the degree of hypoxia and capillarization, respectively.Endoglin is located at the plasma...
Source: Head and Neck - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Nélida Eleno, Annette Düwel, Angel Muñoz, José Paz-Bouza, Jose-Miguel López-Novoa, Francisco Lozano Source Type: journals
[Giant pleomorphic adenoma of the parotid gland.]Email this article to a colleague.
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We present a case of a giant pleomorphic adenoma involving the parotid glands and try to explain the reasons for the diagnostic delay and describe therapeutic specificities. CASE REPORT: A 54 year-old male patient consulted for swelling of the parotid region slowly evolving over the last 10 years. This lesion had been unsuccessfully treated by conventional methods. A painless 20cm long plurinodular mass was located in the right lateral cervical region. Its consistence was heterogeneous. The CT scan revealed a heterogeneous tumor with hyperdense and hypodense areas without any associate lesions. A total conservative parotid...
Source: Revue de Stomatologie et de Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale - October 12, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Nitassi S, Oujilal M, Boulaich M, Essakalli L, Kzadri M Tags: Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac Source Type: journals
Parapharyngeal space pleomorphic adenoma: A 30-year reviewEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study was performed by examining the records and reviewing the pathology of 44 patients with PA of the parapharyngeal space treated at a single medical center from January 1975 to November 2005.Of the 44 patients with PA, 35 patients underwent 38 excisions. Eleven men and 27 women were treated surgically. Follow-up varied from 24 months to 180 months. There were three recurrences in two patients. Recurrence rates at 5 and 10 years were equal at 7.9%. Gender, age, tumor volume, surgical approach, pathologic surgical margin status, and prior resections were evaluated for significant prognostic factors. Advanced age prov...
Source: The Laryngoscope - October 11, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Abie H. Mendelsohn, Sunita Bhuta, Thomas C. Calcaterra, Hubert B. Shih, Elliot Abemayor, Maie A. St. John Source Type: journals
Hearing aids: A contemporary reviewEmail this article to a colleague.
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A contemporary review of hearing aids is provided with a focus on current styles of amplification devices, the goals of a hearing aid fitting and the signal processing schemes that allow the clinician to meet these goals, and the need to couple outside devices to hearing aids. A variety of new features available on hearing aids that improve the listener's experience with amplification are described. Some future challenges in hearing aid design and hearing evaluation are presented.
Source: The Laryngoscope - October 11, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Catherine V. Palmer Source Type: journals
11.7 Tesla magnetic resonance microimaging of laryngeal tissue architectureEmail this article to a colleague.
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High-resolution imaging of vocal folds that distinguishes vocal fold (VF) layered microstructure and VF implants would provide a key experimental tool for translational research investigating biomaterial-based interventions to treat vocal fold scar. To establish proof of concept, we studied whether 11.7 Tesla (T) magnetic resonance (MR) microimaging provides the needed resolution to resolve vocal fold tissue architecture.We performed ex vivo MR microimaging of fixed ferret and canine larynges to determine whether changes in the layered architecture can be detected in the presence of scar and subsequent to biomaterial injec...
Source: The Laryngoscope - October 11, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Victoria L. M. Herrera, Jason C. Viereck, Gerardo Lopez-Guerra, Yoshihiko Kumai, James Kobler, Sandeep Karajanagi, Hyoungshin Park, Robert Hillman, Steven M. Zeitels Source Type: journals
[Microdialysis monitoring of a free omentum flap.]Email this article to a colleague.
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We report an application on a greater omentum free flap. CASE REPORT: A 77 year old female patient was operated for a vertex angiosarcoma. A large loss of vertex substance (175cm(2)) was rebuilt with a greater omentum free flap. Monitoring included hourly clinical observation (color, temperature, aspect), and flap surveillance using microdialysis CMA 60((R)) catheter. The first value was obtained 1h 30 after revascularization. The following recordings were made every hour for 48hours, then every 2hours for the next two days, then every 4hours. The following parameters were assessed: glucose (G), lactate (L), and pyruvate (...
Source: Revue de Stomatologie et de Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale - October 11, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Sury F, Orry D, Parmentier J, Goga D, Laure B Tags: Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac Source Type: journals
[Desmoplastic fibroma.]Email this article to a colleague.
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Desmoplastic fibroma is a rare benign intraosseous neoplasms. They can affect the jaw. Posterior mandibular bone involvement is the most frequent localization. They are locally aggressive and recurrence is frequent. Radioclinical signs are not specific and the histological diagnosis may be difficult. Extended surgical removal is the recommended treatment.
PMID: 19828163 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Revue de Stomatologie et de Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale - October 11, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ben Slama L, Zoghbani A, Hidaya S, Ruhin B Tags: Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac Source Type: journals
[Nasopalatine duct cyst.]Email this article to a colleague.
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The nasopalatine cyst is the most common epithelial and non-odontogenic cyst of the maxilla. It is of embryological origin. It is different from a radicular cyst. The diagnosis is based on radiographic and histological data. The treatment is enucleation. The surgical approach depends on the size of the cyst and its anterior or posterior extension. Excision must be total to avoid relapse which may occur beyond 5 years. Long-term follow-up is essential.
PMID: 19828162 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Revue de Stomatologie et de Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale - October 11, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ben Slama L, Zoghbani A, Hidaya S Tags: Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac Source Type: journals
[Langerhans cell histiocytosis.]Email this article to a colleague.
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Langerhans cell histiocytosis (ex histiocytosis X) is usually present in children. It is a clonal proliferation of non-functional Langerhans's cells. Histological aspects are variable. The diagnosis is made in immunolabeling by anti-CD1a. Clinical presentations are variable, depending on their extension. Three syndromes are actually the same pathogenic process: eosinophilic granuloma (single or multiple osseous localizations), Hand-Schüller-Christian disease (chronic form with bone and visceral dissemination) and Abt-Letterer-Siwe disease (disseminated and acute malignant presentation).
PMID: 19828161 [PubMed ...
Source: Revue de Stomatologie et de Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale - October 11, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ben Slama L, Ruhin B, Zoghbani A Tags: Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac Source Type: journals
Usefulness of fine-needle aspiration in parotid diagnosticsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions FNA cytology is useful in avoiding surgery (inflammatory lesions) or limiting surgical procedures (benign tumours). For planning
the extent of surgery of malignant parotid tumours, the histological subtype and/or grade should be determined; therefore,
a histological diagnosis by frozen section analysis is required. Moreover, reliance on FNA findings at the expense of clinical,
radiographic, and intraoperative findings is unwarranted. Regardless of whether FNA is used routinely or selectively in patients
with parotid masses, the findings should contribute to, and not replace, the overall diagnosti...
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - October 11, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Source Type: journals
Short-term effects of arthrocentesis plus viscosupplementation in the management of signs and symptoms of painful TMJ disc displacement with reduction. A pilot studyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions A cycle of five weekly hyaluronic acid injections performed immediately following arthrocentesis is effective to improve signs
and symptoms in patients with painful temporomandibular joint disc displacement with reduction and to maintain them over a
3-month follow-up.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s10006-009-0179-zAuthors
Luca Guarda-Nardini, University of Padova TMD Clinic, Department of Maxillofacial Surgery Padova ItalyDaniele Manfredini, University of Padova TMD Clinic, Department of Maxillofacial Surgery Padova ItalyGiuseppe Ferronato, University of ...
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - October 11, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Source Type: journals
Unusual fishing harpoon injury of the maxillofacial region in a childEmail this article to a colleague.
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Discussion The diagnosis process is discussed and a suggestion is presented as to treatment principles. The authors support the use of
small incisions that are just small enough to clear the tissues surrounding the object and allow for the removal of said object
from the outside to the inside and counter indicate any attempt to pull the object. Such approach was used in this case with
a satisfactory result and minimum sequels.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Case ReportDOI 10.1007/s10006-009-0177-1Authors
André Luis Ribeiro Ribeiro, University Center of Pará (CESUPA) Department of Oral and Max...
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - October 11, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Source Type: journals
Expression of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) in an advanced metastasized hypopharyngeal carcinoma and cultured tumor cellsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions A simultaneous expression of COX-2 in head and neck carcinoma was presented for the first time. Besides the prognostic impact
in oral carcinogenesis, this COX-2 role of biomarker for aggressive head and neck squamous cell carcinomas should be further
evaluated. Additionally, treatment of hypopharyngeal carcinomas with selective COX-2 inhibitors could be beneficial when administered
in combination with radiochemotherapy.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Case ReportDOI 10.1007/s10006-009-0181-5Authors
Martin Scheer, University of Cologne Department for Oral and Craniomaxillo and Facial ...
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - October 11, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Source Type: journals
AM-111 prevents hearing loss from semicircular canal injury in otitis mediaEmail this article to a colleague.
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Iatrogenic semicircular canal (SC) transection during mastoidectomy for chronic otitis media often leads to profound hearing loss. AM-111, an apoptosis inhibitor, has been shown to mitigate hearing loss resulting from a variety of inner ear injuries. The goal of this study was to determine if round window application of AM-111 following SC transection in the presence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa otitis media (PA-OM) may reduce the associated hearing loss.Prospective, randomized, controlled study in an animal model.PA-OM was induced bilaterally in 34 guinea pigs. After 3 days, both bullae were opened and the lateral SC of one ...
Source: The Laryngoscope - October 10, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Tyler C. Grindal, Edith M. Sampson, Patrick J. Antonelli Source Type: journals
Cell-Specific Inducible Gene Recombination in Postnatal Inner Ear Supporting Cells and GliaEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Recent studies indicate that supporting cells play important roles in inner ear development, function, and regeneration after
injury, but the molecular mechanisms underlying these processes remain poorly understood. Inducible cell-specific gene recombination
in supporting cells could be a powerful tool to study the roles of specific molecules in these cells. Here we tested the feasibility,
effectiveness, and cell specificity of inducible Cre-mediated gene recombination in the postnatal inner ear using mice that
express an inducible form of Cre (CreERT) under the transcriptional control of the proteo...
Source: JARO - Journal of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology - October 10, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: JARO - Journal of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology Source Type: journals
Paclitaxel with cisplatin in concurrent chemoradiotherapy for locally advanced nasopharyngeal carcinomaEmail this article to a colleague.
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In conclusion, paclitaxel with cisplatin as concurrent chemoradiotherapy for locoregionally
advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma is feasible, safe, and might improve regional control and survival rates in Chinese patients.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Head and NeckDOI 10.1007/s00405-009-1112-7Authors
Xia-Yun He, Cancer Hospital, Fudan University Department of Radiation Oncology 399 Ling Ling Road 200032 Shanghai People’s Republic of ChinaChao-Su Hu, Cancer Hospital, Fudan University Department of Radiation Oncology 399 Ling Ling Road 200032 Shanghai People’s Republic of ChinaHong-Mei Ying, Cancer Hospital, F...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - October 10, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Source Type: journals
Craniocerebral injury resulting from pencil penetrationEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Penetrating craniofacial trauma in pediatric age group is quite rare. A case is reported that presented with a pencil penetration
injury entering from the anterior maxillary sinus through the orbital medial wall, and ethmoidal cells and septum, reaching
the contralateral gyrus rectus of the frontal lobe. All the vital structures were preserved. The patient was first treated
with manual extraction of the pencil, without any immediate complications; however, rhinorrhea followed the procedure 4 h
later. Early endoscopic surgical intervention was performed and the rhinorrhea was successfully treate...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - October 10, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Source Type: journals
Carcinoma ex pleomorphic adenoma in a minor salivary gland: report of a caseEmail this article to a colleague.
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We present a case of carcinoma
ex pleomorphic adenoma (CEPA) of the buccal mucosa in a 47-year-old Turkish patient. The buccal mass was of a size of 1.5 cm
located in the left cheek. Pleomorphic adenoma was the tentative diagnosis.
Methods The tumor was removed under local anesthesia. Histopathologic evaluation revealed a preexisting pleomorphic adenoma associated
with adenoid tumor component with tubulo-cystic and papillary or pseudopapillary structures; CEPA was diagnosed. Capsular
integrity was incomplete with infiltration by islands of metaplastic/dysplastic epithelium.
Results &n...
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - October 9, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Source Type: journals
Evaluation of the nasal mucociliary transport rate by rhinoscintigraphy before and after surgery in patients with deviated nasal septumEmail this article to a colleague.
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In this study, we have investigated the effect of nasal septal deviation (NSD) on nasal mucociliary activity and how does
a septoplasty operation affecs the nasal mucociliary transport rate in the first and third months during the post-operative
period. Twenty-two patients who were diagnosed with NSD and 22 healthy controls were studied using rhinoscintigraphy with
Tc-99m-macroaggregated albumin (Tc-99m-MAA). On each case, the nasal mucociliary transport rate (NMTR) was measured pre-operatively
only on five cases, on the first and third months of post-operative period. The NMTRs of patients with a deviated septum were
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Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - October 9, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Source Type: journals
[Demand and supply of otolaryngology specialist based on evidence: What is the required number of specialists which should be trained?]Email this article to a colleague.
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Several concurrent circumstances have created an impression through the media of a presumed lack of specialists in Spain, which has one of the highest densities of doctors per population in the world: simultaneous creation of jobs in many newly built hospitals; accepting garbage contracts (for months, half/thirds of days, shifts) in relevant hospitals rather than moving to unattractive positions; full dedication to the field of public or private healthcare rather than matching them; bad public healthcare working conditions (low wages, excessive healthcare pressure, lack of respect from the public and from healthcare ma...
Source: Acta Otorrinolaringologica Espanola - October 8, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Sánchez Gómez S, Suárez Nieto C, Cobeta Marco I Tags: Acta Otorrinolaringol Esp Source Type: journals
[Hypodontia: Therapeutic strategy elaborated from 30 cases.]Email this article to a colleague.
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We report the management of 30 patients presenting with oligodontia. MATERIAL AND METHOD: The diagnosis was made on clinical and paraclinical data. The vertical and transversal facial dimensions, the three facial proportions, labial morphology, the number and localization of teeth, and occlusion were analyzed for future orthognathic and implant rehabilitation. The occlusion was studied transversally and vertically on dental casts. Rehabilitation with implant supported dental prostheses was chosen when conditions were met. The therapeutic protocol could include up to four chronological phases: the early prosthetic phase, th...
Source: Revue de Stomatologie et de Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale - October 8, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Lauwers L, Wojcik T, Delbarre A, Movaghar R, Ferri J Tags: Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac Source Type: journals
Hemangioma of the mandible: case report with special emphasis on bone degradationEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions Based on our histological findings, it should be further investigated whether there could be an association between angiogenesis
and osteoclastogenesis as a central pathway leading to bone destruction in the case of intraosseous hemangiomas.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Case ReportDOI 10.1007/s10006-009-0172-6Authors
Torsten Hansen, Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz Institute of Pathology Langenbeckstr. 1 55101 Mainz GermanyMartin Kunkel, University of Bochum Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Bochum GermanyDetlef Katenkamp, Friedrich Schiller University of Jena Insti...
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - October 8, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Source Type: journals
Robin Sequence: Clearing Nosologic Confusion.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: This study confirms that nosologic confusion is widespread with regard to defining Robin sequence. This has implications for evaluating Robin sequence, giving advise about the prognosis and for genetic counselling, and for refining treatment options. Keywords: Robin sequence, Pierre Robin syndrome, glossoptosis, micrognathia, cleft palate and airway compromise.
PMID: 19860499 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal - October 8, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Breugem C, Courtemanche D Tags: Cleft Palate Craniofac J Source Type: journals
Thymic cyst: A fourth branchial cleft anomalyEmail this article to a colleague.
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We report a unique case of a fourth branchial cleft cyst found within the thymus of an adult patient. In the literature to date, there have been no reports of such a finding in the adult population. These anomalies can often cause recurrent acute suppurative thyroiditis or recurrent deep neck abscesses. Delay in recognizing the underlying etiology can lead to significant complications. Laryngoscope, 2009
Source: The Laryngoscope - October 7, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Smriti Nayan, Jonathan MacLean, Doron Sommer Source Type: journals
A comparative study of different approaches in the treatment of orbital trauma: an experience based on 274 casesEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions Patients treated for orbital trauma with the transconjunctival approach with canthotomy had a higher rate of lower eyelid
malposition. Transconjunctival incision without canthotomy was the most successful surgical approach for the treatment of
isolated fracture of the orbital floor; however, when major surgical exposure is necessary, subciliary incision is recommended.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s10006-009-0176-2Authors
Attilio Carlo Salgarelli, Modena and Reggio Emilia University Unit of Maxillofacial Surgery, Department of Head and Neck Via del Pozzo...
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - October 7, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Source Type: journals
[Primary ciliary dyskinesia. Ciliopathies.]Email this article to a colleague.
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Primary ciliary dyskinesia is a genetically inherited syndrome characterized by cilia immotility or dysmotility. Deficiency in mucociliary clearance produces chronic respiratory infections since birth, male sterility by spermatozoid immotility and situs inversus in 40-50% of patients (Kartagener's syndrome). Diagnosis is made by analyzing cilia motility with high-speed digital video and ciliar ultrastructure. The wide distribution and functions of the cilia in the body mean that this dysfunction can generate other ciliopathies apart from primary ciliary dyskinesia.
PMID: 19818430 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Acta Otorrinolaringologica Espanola - October 6, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Armengot Carceller M, Mata Roig M, Milara Payá X, Cortijo Gimeno J Tags: Acta Otorrinolaringol Esp Source Type: journals
[Nasal hamartoma.]Email this article to a colleague.
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We report the case of a 35-year-old woman presenting hamartoma in the posterosuperior part of the right nasal cavity. Complete surgical resection by functional endoscopic sinus surgery was the treatment of choice to remove it completely. Hamartomas must be included in the differential diagnostic of unilateral nasal masses, along with inverted papillomas and malignant tumours.
PMID: 19818429 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Acta Otorrinolaringologica Espanola - October 6, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Toledano Muñoz A, Navarro Cunchillos M, García Simal M, Galindo Campillo AN Tags: Acta Otorrinolaringol Esp Source Type: journals
[Comparative study through TC of the tympanosquamous suture in cases of attical cholesteatoma vs healthy ears.]Email this article to a colleague.
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CONCLUSIONS: This study provides objective data on a lesser closure of the TSS in cases of cholesteatoma vs healthy ears. We correlate this finding with the aetiopathogenesis of attical cholesteatoma.
PMID: 19818428 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Acta Otorrinolaringologica Espanola - October 6, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Girons-Bonells J, Fontes-Carame D, Fité-Gallego A, Masuet-Aumatell C, Maños-Pujol M Tags: Acta Otorrinolaringol Esp Source Type: journals
[Carotid body tumour resection with LigaSure((R)) device.]Email this article to a colleague.
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CONCLUSIONS: Use of LigaSure((R)) decreased bleeding and surgical time in CBTs. Lesions of the artery are mainly caused by infiltration or by muscular hypotrophy of the artery, which frequently requires vascular reconstruction. Nerve injury continues to be an important postoperative complication, which may result in a reduction in the quality of life for the patient. The rates of nerve injury as a result of surgery were unchanged.
PMID: 19818427 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Acta Otorrinolaringologica Espanola - October 6, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Luna-Ortiz K, Villavicencio-Valencia V, Carmona-Luna T, Cano-Valdez AM, Herrera Gómez A Tags: Acta Otorrinolaringol Esp Source Type: journals
[Cervical tuberculous spondylodiscitis.]Email this article to a colleague.
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PMID: 19818426 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Acta Otorrinolaringologica Espanola - October 6, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Sánchez Barrueco A, Zayas Pavón G, García Fernández A Tags: Acta Otorrinolaringol Esp Source Type: journals
Radiofrequency Energy Technique As Effective As Tonsillectomy SurgeryEmail this article to a colleague.
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Radiofrequncy-tonsillotomy, which enables surgeons to reduce the size of the tonsillar tissue instead of removing the tonsils entirely, seems to be an effective and safe method of treating children with symptoms of enlarged tonsils.
Source: Ear, Nose and Throat News From Medical News Today - October 6, 2009 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Ear, Nose and Throat Source Type: news
