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Algorithm for Reconstruction After Endoscopic Pituitary and Skull Base Surgery. discuss this article
Page: 1133DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805c08c5Authors: Tabaee, Abtin MD; Anand, Vijay K. MD; Brown, Seth M. MD-MBA; Lin, Jerry W. MD-PhD; Schwartz, Theodore H. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (430 K)

Endoscopic Endonasal Management of Pseudotumor Cerebri: Is it Effective? discuss this article
Page: 1138DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805c9a7aAuthors: Gupta, Ashok K. MD; Gupta, Anish MD; Kumar, Sudesh MD; Lal, Vivek DM
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (351 K)

The Transnasal Esophagoscopy Documentation Dilemma. discuss this article
Page: 1143DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318054683fAuthors: Garner, Justin MD; Schweinfurth, John MD; May, Warren PhD; Faust, John MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (118 K)

Management Considerations for Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma Presenting as a Metastasis to the Skull Base. discuss this article
Page: 1146DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318058192eAuthors: Mydlarz, Wojciech K. BS; Wu, Julie MD; Aygun, Nafi MD; Olivi, Alessandro MD; Carey, John P. MD; Westra, William H. MD; Tufano, Ralph P. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (336 K)

Transoral Laser Marsupialization of Epiglottic Cysts. discuss this article
Page: 1153DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805819a6Authors: Su, Chih-Ying MD; Hsu, Jui-Lin MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (304 K)

Transoral Approach to Removal of the Retropharyngeal Lymph Nodes in Well-Differentiated Thyroid Cancer. discuss this article
Page: 1155DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805819baAuthors: Le, T Domi MA; Cohen, James I. MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: HTML PDF (1.098 M)

Unsedated Flexible Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy in the Resident Clinic: Technique and Patient Satisfaction. discuss this article
Page: 1159DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31806009e6Authors: Morris, Luc G. MD; Zeitler, Daniel M. MD; Amin, Milan R. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: HTML PDF (452 K)

Limited Parotidectomy: The Role of Extracapsular Dissection in Parotid Gland Neoplasms. discuss this article
Page: 1163DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31806009feAuthors: Smith, Sarah L. MD; Komisar, Arnold MD, DDS
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (1.215 M)

Cosmetic Thyroid Surgery: Defining the Essential Principles. discuss this article
Page: 1168DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318053db8fAuthors: Terris, David J. MD; Seybt, Melanie W. MD; Elchoufi, Mayssoun MD; Chin, Edward MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (1.445 M)

Impact of [18F]-2-Fluorodeoxyglucose-Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography on Previously Untreated Head and Neck Cancer Patients. discuss this article
Page: 1173DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805d017bAuthors: Fleming, Alfred J. Jr MD; Smith, Stephen P. Jr MD; Paul, Christopher M. BA; Hall, Nathan C. MD, PhD; Daly, Brett T. BS; Agrawal, Amit MD; Schuller, David E. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (839 K)

Thyroid Medullary Carcinoma in a Teenager With Cowden Syndrome. discuss this article
Page: 1180DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318058a0b7Authors: Koksal, Yavuz MD; Sahin, Mustafa MD; Koksal, Hande MD; Orhan, Diclehan MD; Unal, Ekrem MD; Alagoz, Engin MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (663 K)

Long-Term Performance of Clarion 1.0 Cochlear Implant Users. discuss this article
Page: 1183DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318058191aAuthors: Ruffin, Chad V. BS; Tyler, Richard S. PhD; Witt, Shelley A. MA; Dunn, Camille C. PhD; Gantz, Bruce J. MD; Rubinstein, Jay T. MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (577 K)

Concentration Gradient Along the Scala Tympani After Local Application of Gentamicin to the Round Window Membrane. discuss this article
Page: 1191DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318058a06bAuthors: Plontke, Stefan K. MD; Mynatt, Robert MD; Gill, Ruth M. MS; Borgmann, Stefan MD; Salt, Alec N. PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (1.307 M)

Petrous Apex Aspergillosis as a Long-Term Complication of Cholesterol Granuloma. discuss this article
Page: 1199DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e3180536721Authors: Eloy, Jean Anderson MD; Bederson, Joshua B. MD; Smouha, Eric E. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (468 K)

Otopathology in Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome. discuss this article
Page: 1202DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e3180581944Authors: Bahmad, Fayez Jr MD; Merchant, Saumil N. MD; Nadol, Joseph B. Jr MD; Tranebjaerg, Lisbth MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (1.546 M)

Otoprotective Effects of Dexamethasone in the Management of Pneumococcal Meningitis: an Animal Study. discuss this article
Page: 1209DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318058195fAuthors: Kim, Harold H. MD; Addison, John BS; Suh, Eul MS; Trune, Dennis R. PhD; Richter, Claus-Peter MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (907 K)

Interaction of Cochlear Nucleus Explants With Semiconductor Materials. discuss this article
Page: 1216DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805c0898Authors: Mlynski, Robert MD, BSc; Volkenstein, Stefan MD; Hansen, Stefan MD; Brors, Dominik MD; Ebmeyer, Joerg MD; Dazert, Stefan MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (1.023 M)

An Ear Speculum With Springs for Ear Surgery. discuss this article
Page: 1223DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805c945cAuthors: Ucar, Cevat MD; Kahramanyol, Mustafa MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: HTML PDF (553 K)

Cochlear Reimplantation: Causes of Failure, Outcomes, and Audiologic Performance. discuss this article
Page: 1225DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805c9a06Authors: Cote, Mathieu MD; Ferron, Pierre MD, FRCS(C); Bergeron, Francois PhD; Bussieres, Richard MD, FRCS(C)
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (347 K)

Eliminating the Limitations of Manual Crimping in Stapes Surgery: Mid-Term Results of 90 Patients in the Nitinol Stapes Piston Multicenter Trial. discuss this article
Page: 1236DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805c9a5cAuthors: Rajan, Gunesh P. MD, FMH(ORL-HNS), FRACS; Diaz, Jason MD; Blackham, Ruth MBBS; Eikelboom, Robert H. PhD; Atlas, Marcus D. MBBS, FRACS; Shelton, Clough MD; Huber, Alexander M. MD, FMH(ORL-HNS)
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (351 K)

Chronic Ear Surgery in Irradiated Temporal Bones. discuss this article
Page: 1240DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318060305cAuthors: Bennett, Marc MD; Kaylie, David MD; Warren, Frank MD; Jackson, C Gary MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (175 K)

Lip Incompetence and Psychosocial Effects: A Pilot Study. discuss this article
Page: 1245DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805c9a91Authors: de Oliveira, Domingos Savio Ferreira PhD; Atherino, Ciriaco Cristovao Tavares MD, PhD; Cervasio, Marina Ribeiro; de Melo Cruz, Gerarda MA; Cervasio, Olivia Ribeiro MA; Bruggeman, Heleen MA; Cornelis, Liesbeth MA; Haspeslagh, Lieve MA; Van Borsel, John PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (201 K)

Measurement of Angle and Length of the Eustachian Tube on Computed Tomography Using the Multiplanar Reconstruction Technique. discuss this article
Page: 1251DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318058a09fAuthors: Takasaki, Kenji MD; Takahashi, Haruo MD; Miyamoto, Ikue MD; Yoshida, Haruo MD; Yamamoto-Fukuda, Tomomi MD; Enatsu, Kaori MD; Kumagami, Hidetaka MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (1.294 M)

The Erasmus Atelectasis Classification: Proposal of a New Classification for Atelectasis of the Middle Ear in Children. discuss this article
Page: 1255DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805d0160Authors: Borgstein, Johannes MD; Gerritsma, Tatjana V.; Wieringa, Marjan H. MD; Bruce, Iain A. MD, FRCS
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (318 K)

Cochlear Implantation in Children With CHARGE Syndrome: Therapeutic Decisions and Outcomes. discuss this article
Page: 1260DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31806009c9Authors: Lanson, Biana G. MD; Green, Janet E. MS; Roland, J Thomas Jr MD; Lalwani, Anil K. MD; Waltzman, Susan B. PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (340 K)

Tissue-Engineered Bone Formation With Gene Transfer and Mesenchymal Stem Cells in a Minimally Invasive Technique. discuss this article
Page: 1267DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805f680eAuthors: Park, Dong-Joon MD; Choi, Jin Hyun PhD; Leong, Kam W. PhD; Kwon, Jang-Woo MD; Eun, Hee Seog MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (746 K)

Long-Term Improvement of Quality of Life as a Result of Tonsillotomy (With Radiofrequency Technique) and Tonsillectomy in Youths. discuss this article
Page: 1272DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805559e1Authors: Ericsson, Elisabeth CRNA, MscN; Ledin, Torbjorn MD, PhD; Hultcrantz, Elisabeth MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (460 K)

A Feasible Approach for Extraction of Dental Prostheses From the Airway by Flexible Bronchoscopy in Concert With Wire Loop Snares. discuss this article
Page: 1280DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e3180581991Authors: Tu, Chih-Yen MD; Chen, Hung-Jen MD; Chen, Wei MD; Liu, Yi-Heng MD; Chen, Chia-Hung MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (333 K)

New Staging System for Sinonasal Inverted Papilloma in the Endoscopic Era. discuss this article
Page: 1283DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31803330f1Authors: Cannady, Steven B. MD; Batra, Pete S. MD; Sautter, Nathan B. MD; Roh, Hwan-Jung MD; Citardi, Martin J. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (273 K)

Structural Variations in a Single Hyaluronan Derivative Significantly Alter Wound-Healing Effects in the Rabbit Maxillary Sinus. discuss this article
Page: 1288DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318058a083Authors: Orlandi, Richard R. MD; Shu, Xiao Zheng PhD; McGill, Lawrence DVM, PhD; Petersen, Everett BA; Prestwich, Glenn D. PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (1.054 M)

Surfactant Protein B Detection and Gene Expression in Chronic Rhinosinusitis. discuss this article
Page: 1296DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805c9a28Authors: Woodworth, Bradford A. MD; Wood, Rachel BS; Bhargave, Geeta BS; Cohen, Noam A. MD, PhD; Baatz, John E. PhD; Schlosser, Rodney J. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (548 K)

Confocal Scanning Laser Microscopy Evidence of Biofilms in Patients With Chronic Rhinosinusitis. discuss this article
Page: 1302DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31806009b0Authors: Psaltis, Alkis J. MBBS; Ha, Kien R. MBBS; Beule, Achim G. MD; Tan, Lor Wai PhD; Wormald, Peter-John MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (669 K)

Recovery of Vestibular Imbalances After Vestibular Neuritis. discuss this article
Page: 1307DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805c08acAuthors: Choi, Kwang-Dong MD; Oh, Sun-Young MD; Kim, Hyo-Jung BSc; Koo, Ja-Won MD; Cho, Byung Mann MD; Kim, Ji Soo MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (377 K)

A Novel Drug Therapy for Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve Injury Using T-588. discuss this article
Page: 1313DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805f681fAuthors: Mori, Yuko MD; Shiotani, Akihiro MD, PhD; Saito, Koichiro MD, PhD; Araki, Koji MD, PhD; Ikeda, Ken MD, PhD; Nakagawa, Masaya PhD; Watabe, Kazuhiko MD, PhD; Ogawa, Kaoru MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: Abstract HTML PDF (1.399 M)

In reference to Topical Pimecrolimus 1% for the Treatment of Pruritic External Auditory Canals. discuss this article
Page: 1319DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e3180621136Authors: Acar, Baran MD; Sahin, Yasemin MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: HTML PDF (54 K)

In reference to Topical Pimecrolimus 1% for the Treatment of Pruritic External Auditory Canals. discuss this article
Page: 1319DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318062114aAuthors: Djalilian, Hamid R. MD; Memar, Omeed MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: HTML PDF (54 K)

This Month in Laryngoscope. discuss this article
Page: 1131DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e318073c534
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 30, 2007 Tags: HTML PDF (234 K)

Abstracts of the 5th European Workshop on Basic Biology of Head and Neck Cancer, 16–18 November 2006, Poznan, Poland discuss this article
Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477 Journal VolumeVolume 264 Journal IssueVolume 264, Number 8 / August, 2007
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 29, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Improving The Detection And Treatment Of Esophageal Cancer discuss this article
By looking at proteins expressed in esophageal cancer cells, scientists have determined new ways to detect and follow the progression of this type of cancer. Esophageal cancer is increasing rapidly in Western countries and is currently the seventh leading cause of cancer-related death. But current techniques do not allow doctors to clearly tell patients how their disease will progress and how to best treat it. David M. [click link for full article]
Source: Ear, Nose and Throat News From Medical News Today - June 29, 2007

Patients' knowledge and expectations regarding dental implants: assessment by questionnaire. discuss this article
Today, modern implant dentistry appeals to a wide population, but the decision for and the success of implants depend on the knowledge and expectations of patients. The aim of this study was, with the help of a questionnaire, to evaluate the level of patient knowledge before a professional consultation was performed, and hence to be better prepared in the interests of patient awareness. Fifty-eight percent of 315 patients questioned thought that implants require the same care as natural teeth, 61% expected an additional payment of 2000 Euro or less, 80% held the function of an implant-supported overdenture as very impo...
Source: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 29, 2007 Authors: Rustemeyer J, Bremerich A Tags: Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Complications and relapse in alveolar distraction osteogenesis in partially dentulous patients. discuss this article
In this study, complications of this procedure and relapse of the transport segment were evaluated in partially dentulous patients. Twenty patients underwent distraction by means of extraosseous distractors. The location of the defects was the anterior mandible (4), posterior mandible (4), anterior maxilla (10) and posterior maxilla (2). Bone height was measured on panoramic radiographs preoperatively, after distraction and after implant placement at the mesial and distal point of the implant(s). Mean alveolar distraction was 6.5mm at the mesial point (P<0.001) and 6.1mm at the distal point (P<0.001). The mean relaps...
Source: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 29, 2007 Authors: Wolvius EB, Scholtemeijer M, Weijland M, Hop WC, van der Wal KG Tags: Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Erratum: Age-related Decline in Kv3.1b Expression in the Mouse Auditory Brainstem Correlates with Functional Deficits in the Medial Olivocochlear Efferent System discuss this article
Content TypeJournal Article JournalJARO - Journal of the Association for Research in OtolaryngologyOnline ISSN 1438-7573Print ISSN 1525-3961
Source: JARO - Journal of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology - June 28, 2007 Tags: JARO - Journal of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology

Intraductal papilloma of the parotid gland in a child discuss this article
We report a case of intraductal papilloma of the parotid gland in a child. Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 28, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Objective assessment of autophony in patients with patulous Eustachian tube discuss this article
The objective of the present study is to evaluate the Eustachian tube (ET) acoustic patency during phonation. The sound level in the EAC during phonation of the “A” and ”N” sounds was measured by microphones in the bilateral EACs of nine normal subjects and 31 patients with patulous ET. The measured sound pressure differences between the right and left ears were correlated with the differences in severity of autophony between the bilateral ears assessed by a visual analogue scale (VAS). The patulous condition was often remarkable when the “N” sound was phonated. In some patients with patulous ET, the patulo...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 28, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Negative pressure pulmonary edema: report of three cases and review of the literature discuss this article
Abstract  Pulmonary edema following the relief of an upper airway obstruction is an uncommon and unpredictable clinical entity. This unusual disease is actually attributed to pulmonary and hemodynamic changes engendered by high negative intrathoracic pressures during the state of obstructed respiration, such as laryngospasm, epiglottitis, laryngotracheal neoplasm, etc. In this article, we report three cases of negative pressure pulmonary edema (NPPE) developed after the operations of tracheotomy, adenoidectomy, and microlaryngeal surgery. The etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and outcome of NP...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 28, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Glycerol pure tone audiometry and glycerol vestibular evoked myogenic potential: representing specific status of endolymphatic hydrops in the inner ear discuss this article
Abstract  This prospective study attempts to explore the effect of glycerol on vestibular evoked myogenic potential (VEMP) in patients with definite unilateral Meniere’s disease (MD) and to investigate whether the test reflects different pathologic states of endolymphatic hydrops (EH) in the inner ear by comparing the results of glycerol pure tone audiometry (PTA). Twenty-eight patients with definite unilateral MD were studied. As a control group, 11 patients with vestibular neuritis were selected. Sixteen ears of normal volunteers were enrolled to acquire normal range of the test. Each MD patient underwent...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 28, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Noisy Breathing: An Overview of Subglottic Stenosis in Children discuss this article
Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. David White, explains the symptoms of subglottic stenosis, what causes the noisy breathing in children and the various treatments available, including operations to treat the airway.
Source: MUSC ENT: Ear, Nose and Throat Podcast - June 27, 2007 Authors: Medical University of South Carolina

Mediastinal foregut duplication cyst presenting as a rare cause of breathing difficulties in an adult discuss this article
We report the unusual case of a 71-year-old female presenting to the ENT department with shortness of breath and stridor due to an oesophageal reduplication cyst. The presentation, diagnosis and management of this potential pitfall for the unwary are outlined. Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 27, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Concurrent chemoradiotherapy for T4 patients with hypopharyngeal and laryngeal squamous cell carcinomas. discuss this article
CONCLUSIONS: Based on these results, the survival rate in the hypopharyngeal and laryngeal T4 carcinoma patients treated by CCR seems to be satisfactory and the possibility of organ preservation for the advanced patients is indicated. PMID: 17604583 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Auris, Nasus, Larynx - June 27, 2007 Authors: Nishimura G, Tsukuda M, Horiuchi C, Satake K, Yoshida T, Nagao J, Kawakami M, Kondo N, Arai Y, Taguchi T, Matsuda H, Mikami Y Tags: Auris Nasus Larynx

Tonsils: An Overview of a Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy discuss this article
Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. David White, talks in detail about the surgery to remove the tonsils and adenoids, which are often removed to address problems with breathing during sleep. Dr. White walks through the procedure and what the family should expect and possible complications from a tonsillectomy.
Source: MUSC ENT: Ear, Nose and Throat Podcast - June 26, 2007 Authors: Medical University of South Carolina

Ear Infections: Overview of Earaches and Ear Tubes discuss this article
Dr. David White, a pediatric Otolaryngologist, talks about recurrent earaches in children, the importance of seeing a doctor in certain situations, and when the use of antibiotics is encouraged. Dr. White also goes into detail about the placement of ear tubes, the risks associated with the tubes and how long they typically last.
Source: MUSC ENT: Ear, Nose and Throat Podcast - June 26, 2007 Authors: Medical University of South Carolina

An unusual neck lump: intramuscular haemangioma of the sternocleidomastoid muscle discuss this article
We report the presentation diagnosis and management of intramuscular haemangiomas of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 26, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Vertigo caused by a nasopharyngeal carcinoma discuss this article
Abstract  A case of a 63 year-old woman with acute vertigo, hearing loss and tinnitus caused by a nasopharyngeal carcinoma is reported. Despite a long-standing unilateral Eustachian tube dysfunction, only the occurrence of vertigo attacks lead to the diagnosis in this patient. Inner ear-related symptoms are rare in nasopharyngeal carcinoma and the disease is uncommon in Europe. Skull base tumors are an important differential diagnosis of labyrinth dysfunction that can be detected by MRI. A complete diagnostic work-up is necessary in patients with unilateral tube dysfunction, to allow early detection of t...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 23, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Sultan Pradhan: Voice conservation surgery for laryngeal and hypopharyngeal cancer discuss this article
Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 22, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Unusual presentation of oropharyngeal Kaposi's sarcoma discuss this article
The aim of this article is to focus ear, nose, and throat (ENT) practitioners on a pathology rarely seen within the head and neck mucosa.A 62-year-old black African man was referred to our ENT department for dysphagia and hoarseness. Physical ENT examination revealed a smooth normal mucosal mass on the left lateral pharyngeal wall, which masked the inlet of the larynx, and bilateral cervical lymph nodes but no other mucosal lesions. Anti-human immunodeficiency virus antibodies were found to be negative. Hemoglobin, hematocrit, white blood cell count, and platelet count were normal. Serum protein electrophoresis was also no...
Source: Head - June 22, 2007 Authors: Olivier Choussy, Christophe Van Haverbeke, Emmanuel Babin, Arnaud Francois, Anne Bénédicte Duval-Modeste, Daniele Dehesdin

Oral cancer-pertinent papers 2004-2006 A personal view. discuss this article
PMID: 17590486 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 22, 2007 Authors: Mitchell DA Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Comment on Letter to the Editor by S. Whitley et al. Re: Wood GD. Inion biodegradable plates: The first century. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2006;44:38-41. discuss this article
PMID: 17590485 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 22, 2007 Authors: Coombes D, Norris P, Collyer J, Sneddon K Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Radiographic signs of elevated intracranial pressure in idiopathic cerebrospinal fluid leaks: A possible presentation of idiopathic intracranial hypertension discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Silver, Ross I.Moonis, GulSchlosser, Rodney J.Bolger, William E.Loevner, Laurie A. Tags: Research article

Endoscopic endonasal study of the internal carotid artery course and variations discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Herzallah, Islam R.Casiano, Roy R. Tags: Research article

Rehabilitation of surgically traumatized paranasal sinus mucosa using retinoic acid discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Leung, Man-KitHwang, Peter H. Tags: Research article

Residual diplopia after repair of pure orbital blowout fracture: The importance of extraocular muscle injury discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Jin, Hong-RyulLee, Hyun-SeokYeon, Je-YeobSuh, Myung-Whan Tags: Research article

The role of the otorhinolaryngologist in the management of central skull base osteomyelitis discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Cavel, OrenFliss, Dan M.Segev, YoramZik, DanielKhafif, AviLandsberg, Roee Tags: Research article

Middle meatus bacteriology of acute rhinosinusitis in patients after irradiation of nasopharynx discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Huang, Wei-HsiungLiu, Chia-MingChao, Ting-KuangHung, Pei-Kai Tags: Research article

Assessment of predictive prognostic factors for functional endoscopic sinus surgery in a 5-year prospective outcome study discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Sil, AruneshMackay, IanRowe-Jones, Julian Tags: Research article

Endoscopically assisted strabismus surgery discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Flanders, MichaelHwang, Siew YoongAl-Ghamdi, SaeedCodere, FrancoisDesrosiers, Martin Tags: Research article

The impact of septorhinoplasty and anterior turbinoplasty on nasal conditioning discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Rozsasi, AjnacskaLeiacker, RichardKuhnemann, StephanLindemann, JorgKappe, ThomasRettinger, GerhardKeck, Tilman Tags: Research article

Endoscopic septoplasty: Revisitation of the technique, indications, and outcomes discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Chung, Brian J.Batra, Pete S.Citardi, Martin J.Lanza, Donald C. Tags: Research article

Septectomy and septal dermoplasty for the treatment of severe transfusion-dependent epistaxis in patients with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia and septal perforation discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Lesnik, Gregory T.Ross, Douglas A.Henderson, Katharine J.Joe, John K.Leder, Steven B.White, Robert I. Tags: Research article

The incidence of complications using new landmarks and a modified technique of canine fossa puncture discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Singhal, DeeptiDouglas, RichardRobinson, SimonWormald, Peter-John Tags: Research article

Comparison of open versus endoscopic resection of inverted papilloma discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Sautter, Nathan B.Cannady, Steven B.Citardi, Martin J.Roh, Hwan-JungBatra, Pete S. Tags: Research article

Endoscopic management of sinus disease with frontal lobe displacement discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Stumpe, Matthew R.Sindwani, RajChandra, Rakesh K. Tags: Research article

The comparison of acellular dermal matric (Alloderm), Dacron, Gore-Tex, and autologous cartilage graft materials in an experimental animal model for nasal septal repair surgery discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Mola, FerhatKeskin, GurkanOzturk, MuratMuezzinoglu, Bahar Tags: Research article

Endoscopic sinus surgery in patients receiving anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Sargi, ZoukaaCasiano, Roy Tags: Research article

A sheep model for the study of biofilms in rhinosinusitis discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Ha, Kien R.Psaltis, Alkis J.Tan, LorwaiWormald, Peter-John Tags: Research article

Reversal of chronic rhinosinusitis-associated sinonasal ciliary dysfunction discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Chen, BeiAntunes, Marcelo B.Eau Claire, StevenPalmer, James N.Chiu, Alexander G.Kennedy, David W.Cohen, Noam A. Tags: Research article

Telomerase in nasal polyps discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Chen, Yue-ShihWesthofen, MartinLorenzen, Johann Tags: Research article

The expression of MUC5AC and MUC5B mucin genes in the mucosa of chronic rhinosinusitis and nasal polyposis discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Ding, Guo QiangZheng, Chun Quan Tags: Research article

Fungal allergens induce cathelicidin LL-37 expression in chronic rhinosinusitis patients in a nasal explant model discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Ooi, Eng HooiWormald, Peter-JohnCarney, A. SimonJames, Craig LloydTan, Lor Wai Tags: Research article

A comparison of experimental methods in molecular chronic rhinosinusitis research discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Ramanathan, MurugappanLane, Andrew P. Tags: Research article

Arg16gly polymorphism of the beta2-adrenoceptor gene (ADRBeta2) as a susceptibility factor for nasal polyposis discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Bussu, FrancescoTiziano, Francesco DaniloGiorgio, AriannaPinto, Anna MariaDe Corso, EugenioAngelozzi, CarlaBrahe, ChristinaPaludetti, Gaetano Tags: Research article

Sudden temperature changes and respiratory symptomsAn experimental approach discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Graudenz, Gustavo SilveiraOliveira, Celso HenriqueTribess, ArlindoLandgraf, Richardt G.Jancar, SoniaKalil, Jorge Tags: Research article

Guidelines for management of acute bacteria rhinosinusitis: Impact on Quebec physicians' prescriptions for antibiotics discuss this article
Source: American Journal of Rhinology - June 21, 2007 Authors: Amedee, Ronald G Tags: Rhinology Abstracts

Spectral-Ripple Resolution Correlates with Speech Reception in Noise in Cochlear Implant Users discuss this article
This study examined performance on a spectral discrimination task and compared it to speech perception in noise. An adaptive procedure was used to determine the spectral-ripple density that subjects could discriminate. A closed-set, forced-choice adaptive procedure was used to determine speech reception thresholds for words in two-talker babble and in speech-shaped, steady-state noise. Spectral-ripple thresholds (ripples/octave) were significantly correlated with speech reception thresholds (dB SNR) in noise for 29 cochlear implant users (r = −0.55, p = 0.002 in two-talker babble; r = −0.62, p = 0.0...
Source: JARO - Journal of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology - June 21, 2007 Tags: JARO - Journal of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology

Book review discuss this article
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Source: Head - June 21, 2007 Authors: Thomas L. Eby

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A combined anterolateral thigh flap and vascularized iliac crest flap in the reconstruction of extended composite defects of the anterior mandible. discuss this article
The technique of lower anterior facial reconstruction using a combination of an anterolateral thigh flap (ALTF) and a microvascular iliac crest flap is described and the results of 18 cases are reported. Eleven patients suffered recurrence after surgery and radiotherapy of oral squamous cell carcinoma of the lower face. These patients underwent a second surgery and reconstruction. In seven patients reconstruction was performed during primary surgical therapy, followed by postoperative radiotherapy. The pedicle of the ALTF was used for elongation of the iliac crest pedicle. There were no problems with the pedicle length...
Source: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 21, 2007 Authors: Gaggl A, Bürger H, Müller E, Chiari FM Tags: Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Sleep nasendoscopy: a 10-year retrospective audit study discuss this article
Abstract  Sleep nasendoscopy was conceived at the Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital, UK in 1991, and has remained fully implemented in patient selection for targeted treatment of the spectrum of sleep-disordered breathing. The senior authors (B.T.K. and P.B.) have been performing sleep nasendoscopy together for over 10 years, and we look back at their decade’s experience. A retrospective audit study based on case notes was performed over a 10-year period (1995–2005) in a tertiary-referral practice setting. Case notes were retrieved on all patients who had undergone sleep nasendoscopy durin...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 20, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Tumor-specific genetic expression profile of metastatic oral squamous cell carcinoma discuss this article
Metastasis is the most important predictor of survival in patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). We tested the hypothesis that there is a genetic expression profile associated with OSCC metastasis.We obtained samples from 6 OSCC node-positive primary tumors and their matched metastatic lymph nodes, and 5 OSCC node-negative primary tumors. Using laser capture microdissection, we isolated OSCC cells from metastatic lymph nodes and compared them with those from matched primary tumors and unmatched node-negative primary tumors using Affymetrix Human Genome Focus arrays.Comparison of tumor cells from the lymph nodes...
Source: Head - June 20, 2007 Authors: Eduardo Méndez, Wenhong Fan, Peter Choi, S. Nicholas Agoff, Mark Whipple, D. Gregory Farwell, Neal D. Futran, Ernest A. Weymuller Jr., Lue-Ping Zhao, Chu Chen

Isolated unilateral hypoglossal nerve paralysis following open septoplasty. discuss this article
We describe a patient with postoperative unilateral hypoglossal nerve paralysis after an uncomplicated intubation. Postoperative evaluation showed that he had an Arnold Chiari type 1 malformation. The paralysis resolved completely by the second postoperative month. PMID: 17590248 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 20, 2007 Authors: Yelken K, Guven M, Kablan Y, Sarikaya B Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Plasminogen activator system in oral squamous cell carcinoma. discuss this article
CONCLUSION: The relation between components of the plasminogen activator system, in particular uPA, uPAR, and PAI-1 in invasion, metastasis, prognosis, and survival, requires further investigation in oral squamous cell carcinomas. PMID: 17590247 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 20, 2007 Authors: Baker EA, Leaper DJ, Hayter JP, Dickenson AJ Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Advantages of not using the intensive care unit after operations for oropharyngeal cancer: An audit at Worcester Royal Hospital. discuss this article
We reviewed 68 cases of oral and oropharyngeal cancer that were managed without the routine use of intensive care units (ICU), to establish success rates for flaps, complications including nosocomial infections, cancellations, and length of stay. More than 98% of flaps survived and over half the patients had no complications. Low rates of perioperative infection were recorded with a median length of stay of 12 days (range 2-63), and there were no cancellations. We conclude that the routine use of a specialist head and neck ward is more appropriate than ICU for selected cases; it fulfils current guidelines for cancer se...
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 20, 2007 Authors: McVeigh KP, Moore R, James G, Hall T, Barnard N Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Craniofacial dematiaceous fungal infection. discuss this article
PMID: 17590245 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 20, 2007 Authors: Shetty K Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

NIDCR Scientists Isolate First Cartilage Forming Precursor Cells discuss this article
NIDCR supported scientists found that only three out of 66 human donors from diverse backgrounds had circulating in their blood true adherent connective tissue precursors, or cells with the capacity to differentiate into connective tissues. This provides strong evidence that circulating connective tissue precursors are absent in most people.
Source: NIDCR - Science News In Brief - June 19, 2007

Aseptic necrosis of the maxilla after devitalisation of the teeth with arsenic trioxide. discuss this article
PMID: 17583396 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 19, 2007 Authors: Wang XX, Zhang J, Liu M, Wei FC Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

ABOUT THE COVER: Krka National Park, Croatia discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Tags: About the Cover

ABOUT THIS JOURNAL: About This Journal discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Tags: About This Journal

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Life After Total Laryngectomy: A Measure of Long-term Survival, Function, and Quality of Life discuss this article
Conclusions  Pretreatment clinical variables (including primary tumor site, tumor stage, regional metastases, and number and type of comorbidities) have an effect on long-term survival after TL. Despite common belief, many patients who have undergone TL maintain a good QOL overall. This study sheds light on which patient-related factors may affect health-related QOL outcomes after TL. These findings may be used to select patients who are good candidates for TL based on anticipated functional and QOL outcomes.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Woodard, T. D., Oplatek, A., Petruzzelli, G. J. Tags: Aging/ Geriatrics, Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Laryngology/ Speech/ Language Pathology, Neoplasms of Head & Neck, Quality of Life, Prognosis/ Outcomes Original Article

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Prospective Evaluation of Quality of Life and Nutrition Before and After Treatment for Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma discuss this article
Conclusions  Quality of life and functional assessment should be important end points in the follow-up of patients with nasopharyngeal cancer who receive chemoradiotherapy. This study supports the need for ongoing support and rehabilitation in a multidisciplinary setting.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Oates, J. E., Clark, J. R., Read, J., Reeves, N., Gao, K., Jackson, M., Boyer, M., O'Brien, C. J. Tags: Oncology, Head & Neck Cancer, Dermatology, Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Dermatologic Disorders, Neoplasms of Head & Neck, Quality of Life, Radiation Therapy, Melanoma, Diet, Drug Therapy, Adverse Effects Original Article

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: The Sensitivity and Specificity of High-Resolution Imaging in Evaluating Perineural Spread of Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma to the Skull Base discuss this article
Conclusions  Perineural spread across the skull base is a frequent occurrence in patients with adenoid cystic carcinoma of the head and neck. Magnetic resonance imaging has a higher sensitivity and specificity than CT in detecting PNS along the base of the skull.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Hanna, E., Vural, E., Prokopakis, E., Carrau, R., Snyderman, C., Weissman, J. Tags: Oncology, Head & Neck Cancer, Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Neoplasms of Head & Neck, Radiology of Head & Neck, Skull Base Procedures, Radiologic Imaging, Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Original Article

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Effect of Initial Treatment on Disease Outcome for Patients With Submandibular Gland Carcinoma discuss this article
Conclusions  En bloc surgical resection followed by radiation therapy remains the standard treatment for patients with submandibular gland carcinoma. Patients without clinical and radiographic evidence of disease after enucleation may be adequately treated with subsequent radiation therapy. Definitive surgical resection remains the treatment of choice for patients with clinical or radiographic evidence of disease after enucleation of the gland.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Kaszuba, S. M., Zafereo, M. E., Rosenthal, D. I., El-Naggar, A. K., Weber, R. S. Tags: Oncology, Head & Neck Cancer, Dermatology, Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Dermatologic Disorders, Neoplasms of Head & Neck, Salivary Gland Disorders, Radiation Therapy, Melanoma, Prognosis/ Outcomes Original Article

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Salvage Surgery for Recurrent Carcinoma of the Hypopharynx and Reconstruction Using Jejunal Free Tissue Transfer and Pectoralis Major Muscle Pedicled Flap discuss this article
Conclusions  Jejunal transfer and pectoralis major muscle flap were carried out in a single, reconstructive procedure after salvage resection in hypopharyngeal carcinoma. Potential long-term survival and minor perioperative and postoperative morbidity can be achieved using an interdisciplinary approach.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Dubsky, P. C., Stift, A., Rath, T., Kornfehl, J. Tags: Oncology, Head & Neck Cancer, Dermatology, Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Cancer Reconstruction of Head & Neck, Dermatologic Disorders, Neoplasms of Head & Neck, Melanoma, Facial Plastic Surgery, Reconstructive Facial Surgery Original Article

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Immunolocalization of Aquaporins in Vocal Fold Epithelia discuss this article
Conclusion  Aquaporins 1 and 2, associated with the plasma membrane region of ovine vocal fold epithelial cells, demonstrate the presence of an intrinsic mechanism to permit transcellular water flux in response to osmotic gradients.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Lodewyck, D., Menco, B., Fisher, K. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Pathology of Head & Neck, Voice Disorders Original Article

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Examining the Evidence on Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation for Swallowing: A Meta-analysis discuss this article
Conclusions  This preliminary meta-analysis revealed a small but significant summary effect size for transcutaneous NMES for swallowing. Because of the small number of studies and low methodological grading for these studies, caution should be taken in interpreting this finding. These results support the need for more rigorous research in this area.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Carnaby-Mann, G. D., Crary, M. A. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Dysphagia, Quality of Care, Evidence-Based Medicine, Rehabilitation Medicine Original Article

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Treatment of Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss: I. A Systematic Review discuss this article
Conclusions  To our knowledge, no valid RCT exists to determine effective treatment of SSHL. Systemic steroids cannot be considered the gold standard of treatment of SSHL, given the severe limitations of the landmark study supporting their use.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Conlin, A. E., Parnes, L. S. Tags: Neurology, Neuro-otology, Neurology, Other, Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Hearing Loss/ Deafness, Quality of Care, Evidence-Based Medicine, Review, Randomized Controlled Trial, Drug Therapy, Drug Therapy, Other Original Article

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Treatment of Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss: II. A Meta-analysis discuss this article
Conclusions  Despite the traditional practice in North America of treating of SSHL with systemic steroids, a meta-analysis revealed no evidence of benefit of steroids over placebo. There was also no difference in the addition of antiviral therapy to systemic steroids, nor was there difference between systemic steroids and other active treatment.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Conlin, A. E., Parnes, L. S. Tags: Neurology, Neuro-otology, Neurology, Other, Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Hearing Loss/ Deafness, Quality of Care, Evidence-Based Medicine, Randomized Controlled Trial, Drug Therapy, Drug Therapy, Other Original Article

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Evolution of Middle Ear Changes After Permanent Eustachian Tube Blockage discuss this article
Conclusions  Comparison with other experimental models was made. Our animal model was consistent and reproducible and resembled human OME.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Vicente, J., Trinidad, A., Ramirez-Camacho, R., Garcia-Berrocal, J. R., Gonzalez-Garcia, J. A., Ibanez, A., Pinilla, M. T. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Middle/ External Ear Disorders Original Article

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Bacteria and Viruses in Maxillary Sinuses of Patients With Primary Hypogammaglobulinemia discuss this article
Conclusions  Bacteria and viruses were commonly found in maxillary sinuses of patients with primary hypogammaglobulinemia. Yearly evaluation by an ear, nose, and throat surgeon is recommended.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Kainulainen, L., Suonpaa, J., Nikoskelainen, J., Svedstrom, E., Vuorinen, T., Meurman, O., Ruuskanen, O. Tags: Bacterial Infections, Viral Infections, Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, General Rhinology, Hematology/ Hematologic Malignancies, Hematology, Other, Infectious Diseases Original Article

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Combining Use of Resin Models With External Fixation in Mandibular Reconstruction discuss this article
Conclusion  Computer-generated resin models of the mandible combined with intraoperative temporary external fixation allow the maintenance of preoperative occlusal status.
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Vural, E., Yuen, J. C. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Cancer Reconstruction of Head & Neck, Oral/ Maxillofacial Trauma, Radiology of Head & Neck, Radiologic Imaging, Computed Tomography, Radiologic Imaging, Other, Facial Plastic Surgery, Trauma/ Maxillofacial Surgery Or

CORRECTION: Typographic Errors in Genotype Terms in: The Influence of Mutations in the SLC26A4 Gene on the Temporal Bone in a Population with Enlarged Vestibular Aqueduct discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Genetics of Head & Neck Disease, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Genetics, Genetics, Other Correction

CLINICAL NOTE: Sudden Dysphonia Due to Spontaneous Bleeding in Secondary Parathyroid Hyperplasia discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Terada, T., Kawata, R., Higashino, M., Tuji, M., Takenaka, H. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Laryngology/ Speech/ Language Pathology, Voice Disorders Clinical Note

CLINICAL NOTE: Airway Augmentation and Maintenance Through Laryngeal Chemodenervation in Children With Impaired Vocal Fold Mobility discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Smith, M. E., Park, A. H., Muntz, H. R., Gray, S. D. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Airway Obstruction, Laryngology/ Speech/ Language Pathology, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Voice Disorders Clinical Note

CLINICAL PROBLEM SOLVING: RADIOLOGY: Radiology Quiz Case 1 discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Zald, P. B., Ghaheri, B., Hamilton, B., Cohen, J. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Congenital Anomalies of Head & Neck, Endocrine Disease of Head & Neck, Radiology of Head & Neck, Diagnosis, Endocrine Diseases, Thyroid/ Parathyroid Diseases Clinical Problem Solving: Radiology

CLINICAL PROBLEM SOLVING: RADIOLOGY: Radiology Quiz Case 2 discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Cohen, M., Wang, M. B., Nguyen, C. T. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Radiology of Head & Neck, Diagnosis Clinical Problem Solving: Radiology

CLINICAL PROBLEM SOLVING: RADIOLOGY: Radiology Quiz Case 1: Diagnosis discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Congenital Anomalies of Head & Neck, Endocrine Disease of Head & Neck, Radiology of Head & Neck, Diagnosis, Endocrine Diseases, Thyroid/ Parathyroid Diseases Clinical Problem Solving: Radiology

CLINICAL PROBLEM SOLVING: RADIOLOGY: Radiology Quiz Case 2: Diagnosis discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Radiology of Head & Neck, Diagnosis Clinical Problem Solving: Radiology

CLINICAL PROBLEM SOLVING: PATHOLOGY: Pathology Quiz Case 1 discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Turner, J., Skinner, M., Caplan, M. J., Gillespie, M. B. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Pathology of Head & Neck, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Diagnosis Clinical Problem Solving: Pathology

CLINICAL PROBLEM SOLVING: PATHOLOGY: Pathology Quiz Case 2 discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Chu, E. A., Sciubba, J. J., Brown, D. J. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Congenital Anomalies of Head & Neck, Pathology of Head & Neck, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Diagnosis Clinical Problem Solving: Pathology

CLINICAL PROBLEM SOLVING: PATHOLOGY: Pathology Quiz Case 1: Diagnosis discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Pathology of Head & Neck, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Diagnosis Clinical Problem Solving: Pathology

CLINICAL PROBLEM SOLVING: PATHOLOGY: Pathology Quiz Case 2: Diagnosis discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Congenital Anomalies of Head & Neck, Pathology of Head & Neck, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Diagnosis Clinical Problem Solving: Pathology

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Query, Concerning Mechanism of Inferior Turbinate Enlargement discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Eccles, R. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, General Rhinology Letters to the Editor

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Query, Concerning Mechanism of Inferior Turbinate Enlargement--Reply discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Berger, G., Gass, S., Ophir, D. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, General Rhinology Letters to the Editor

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Sinonasal Disease and Nasal Saline discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Acar, B., Karabulut, H. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, General Rhinology, Paranasal Sinus Disease, Pulmonary Diseases, Pulmonary Diseases, Other, Drug Therapy, Drug Therapy, Other, Gastroenterology, Liver/ Biliary Tract/ Pancreatic Diseases, Genetics, Genetic Disorders L

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Sinonasal Disease and Nasal Saline--Reply discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Raia, V., Sepe, A., Cimmino, M., Nardone, M., Cavaliere, M., Plantulli, A., Mazzarella, G. Tags: Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, General Rhinology, Paranasal Sinus Disease, Pulmonary Diseases, Pulmonary Diseases, Other, Drug Therapy, Drug Therapy, Other, Gastroenterology, Liver/ Biliary Tract/ Pancreatic Diseases, Genetics, Genetic Disorders L

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Hypothyroidism in the Patient With Cancer: How Much Thyroid Supplementation Is "Safe"? discuss this article
Source: Archives of Otolaryngology - June 18, 2007 Authors: Hercbergs, A., Davis, P. Tags: Oncology, Head & Neck Cancer, Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, Endocrine Disease of Head & Neck, Neoplasms of Head & Neck, Endocrine Diseases, Thyroid/ Parathyroid Diseases Letters to the Editor

Arthrocentesis for the treatment of temporomandibular joint closed lock: a review article. discuss this article
Although arthrocentesis is not a panacea, it has been widely used for a variety of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Uncritical acceptance of the procedure has been cautioned against, as further analysis and clarification of published studies was required. The aim of this article was to review the efficacy of arthrocentesis in the treatment of patients with TMJ closed lock. The rationale behind this approach was based on the notion that TMJ surgical results should be reported by the specific category of TMJ disorder. After a Medline search of the international literature, 14 articles were found fulfilling the cr...
Source: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 18, 2007 Authors: Al-Belasy FA, Dolwick MF Tags: Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Survivin is a downstream target and effector of sulindac-sensitive oncogenic Stat3 signalling in head and neck cancer. discuss this article
Sulindac exerts its antitumourigenic effects in oral squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) cells by modulating survivin in a Stat3-dependent manner. Immunohistochemistry was used to detect the protein levels of phosphorylated-tyrosine Stat3 (p-tyr Stat3) and survivin in SCC tissues. Western blot, reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction, Annexin-V and cell proliferation assays were used to determine p-tyr Stat3 and survivin protein and mRNA expression, and cell viability following treatment with cyclooxygenase (COX) inhibitors, Stat3 siRNA, or the forced expression of Stat3 or survivin. Immunohistochemical analysis reve...
Source: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 17, 2007 Authors: Scheper MA, Nikitakis NG, Sauk JJ Tags: Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Intraoperative navigation in the maxillofacial area based on 3D imaging obtained by a cone-beam device. discuss this article
The aim of this study was to evaluate intraoperative navigation in the maxillofacial area based on three-dimensional imaging obtained by a cone-beam device. Digital volume tomograms (DVT) were obtained by the prototype of GALILEOS (Sirona Dental Systems Inc., Bensheim, Germany), a newly developed, compact size, cone-beam machine with a scan volume of 15cmx15cmx15cm. Intraoperative navigation was performed in 12 patients in three selected indications. Target detection error expressing the accuracy of DVT navigation and registration performance of specially developed methods for image-to-patient registration was estimate...
Source: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 17, 2007 Authors: Mischkowski RA, Zinser MJ, Ritter L, Neugebauer J, Keeve E, Zöller JE Tags: Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg

A case report of facial nerve hemangioma. discuss this article
Facial nerve hemangioma is a rare benign tumor that originates from the venous plexus surrounding the facial nerve. A case of facial nerve hemangioma in the geniculate ganglion was reported. A 47-year-old man was referred with a left progressive facial palsy over 1 year. There were no complaints of associated hearing loss, tinnitus, headache, dizziness or otalgia. He had a left-side grade VI (House and Brackmann) facial palsy. Audiometry revealed normal hearing thresholds in conversation area bilaterally. CT imaging demonstrated a tumor at the left first genu of the facial nerve with expansion to the cochlea wall and m...
Source: Auris, Nasus, Larynx - June 17, 2007 Authors: Miyashita T, Hoshikawa H, Kagawa M, Mori N Tags: Auris Nasus Larynx

A simple innovation to prevent endotracheal tube compression during palate surgery. discuss this article
PMID: 17570568 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 17, 2007 Authors: Parashar A, Nanda V, Tuli P, Sharma RK Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Penetrating injury of the maxillofacial region with an arrow: an unsuccessful attempt of suicide. discuss this article
We present an unusual case of a penetrating injury, which was an unsuccessful attempt of suicide. PMID: 17561320 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 17, 2007 Authors: Shadid O, Simpson M, Sizer J Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Benign fibrous histiocytoma in the condylar process of the mandible: Case report. discuss this article
A 48-year-old man was referred for investigation of an asymptomatic radiolucent lesion in the mandible. The margin was partly irregular, and there was no peripheral sclerosis. The tumour was composed of histiocytic cells, spindle cells, and fibrous tissue. Immunohistochemical analysis showed that the tumour cells stained for CD68 and vimentin, and not for cytokeratin, smooth muscle actin, S-100 protein, or CD34. The tumour was therefore diagnosed as a benign fibrous histiocytoma. PMID: 17561319 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 17, 2007 Authors: Katagiri W, Nakazawa M, Kishino M Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Validation and reproducibility of a high-resolution three-dimensional facial imaging system. discuss this article
CONCLUSIONS: The Di3D system error was within 0.2mm, which is clinically acceptable, and offers considerable improvement in stereophotogrammetry for facial capture and analysis. PMID: 17561318 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 17, 2007 Authors: Khambay B, Nairn N, Bell A, Miller J, Bowman A, Ayoub AF Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Endoscopically-guided core biopsy of the condylar head. discuss this article
The effective management of mandibular cysts and tumours relies on obtaining an accurate tissue diagnosis with the acquisition of specimens representative of the lining and/or contents of the lesion. Access to such abnormalities is not commonly an issue since bony windows can be made in readily accessible areas. However, less accessible regions such as the ascending ramus, coronoid process and condyle can be surgically challenging without an extensive lateral approach. This paper reports a minimally-invasive technique in which an endoscope was used to facilitate the core biopsy of a condylar lesion. PMID: 17560697 ...
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 17, 2007 Authors: Kerawala CJ Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Septic arthritis of the temporomandibular joint in a 6-year-old child. discuss this article
We present a 6-year-old girl who had septic arthritis of the temporomandibular joint with no obvious cause. We stress the need for prompt diagnosis and intervention to prevent serious consequences. PMID: 17560696 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 17, 2007 Authors: Amos MJ, Patterson AR, Worrall SF Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Widespread oral and oropharyngeal mucosal oedema induced by ecstasy (MDMA): A case for concern. discuss this article
We describe an unusual adverse reaction that was probably caused by taking ecstasy: the patient developed widespread oral and oropharyngeal mucosal oedema, which was triggered after he had taken ecstasy and alcohol. The reaction to this could have been fatal. PMID: 17559993 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 17, 2007 Authors: Ahmed M, Islam S, Hoffman GR Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Quantitative methylation analysis of resection margins and lymph nodes in oral squamous cell carcinoma. discuss this article
Resection is the preferred treatment for oral squamous cell carcinoma, and pathological staging of the resected specimen is crucial. The role of molecular biology in the diagnosis of minimal residual disease has not been fully investigated and may improve staging. Multiple adjacent specimens were taken from the tumour, the invasive front, the surgical margin, and the lymph nodes of 20 specimens from patients with oral cancer. Bisulphite-treated DNA from these specimens was assayed quantitatively with pyrosequencing methylation assays (PMA) of CpG islands within the gene promoters of the p16 and CYGB genes. Results were...
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 17, 2007 Authors: Shaw RJ, Hall GL, Woolgar JA, Lowe D, Rogers SN, Field JK, Liloglou T, Risk JM Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Postlaryngectomy Vocal Rehabilitation: Assessment Using a Validated Questionnaire in 51 Patients discuss this article
ORL 2007;69:289-294 (DOI:10.1159/000103873)
Source: ORL - June 17, 2007

Significance of Ceramide and DNA Ploidy in Laryngeal Carcinogenesis discuss this article
ORL 2007;69:283-288 (DOI:10.1159/000103872)
Source: ORL - June 17, 2007

Akt and c-Jun N-Terminal Kinase Are Regulated in Response to Moderate Noise Exposure in the Cochlea of Guinea Pigs discuss this article
ORL 2007;69:277-282 (DOI:10.1159/000103871)
Source: ORL - June 17, 2007

Quality of Life following Chemoradiation and Postoperative Radiation for Locally Advanced Head and Neck Cancer discuss this article
ORL 2007;69:271-276 (DOI:10.1159/000103870)
Source: ORL - June 17, 2007

Variations of Neck Structures after Supracricoid Partial Laryngectomy: A Multislice Computed Tomography Evaluation discuss this article
ORL 2007;69:265-270 (DOI:10.1159/000103869)
Source: ORL - June 17, 2007

Predictors of morbidity following free flap reconstruction for cancer of the head and neck discuss this article
Free flap reconstruction of head and neck cancer defects is complex with many factors that influence perioperative complications. The aim was to determine if there was an association between perioperative variables and postoperative outcome.We evaluated 185 patients undergoing free flap reconstruction following ablation of head and neck cancer between 1999 and 2001. Demographic, laboratory, surgical and anesthetic variables were analyzed using univariate and multivariable techniques.Ninety-eight patients (53%) developed complications, of which 74 were considered major, giving a major morbidity rate of 40%. Predictors of ma...
Source: Head - June 16, 2007 Authors: Jonathan R. Clark, Stuart A. McCluskey, Francis Hall, Joan Lipa, Peter Neligan, Dale Brown, Jonathan Irish, Patrick Gullane, Ralph Gilbert

Extra-esophageal manifestations of gastroesophageal reflux discuss this article
Oral Diseases Volume 13, Issue 4, Page 349-359, Jul 2007.
Source: Oral Diseases - June 16, 2007 Tags: Invited Review

Usefulness of mouse models to study the pathogenesis of Sjögren's syndrome discuss this article
Oral Diseases Volume 13, Issue 4, Page 366-375, Jul 2007.
Source: Oral Diseases - June 16, 2007 Tags: Review Articles

Asymptomatic shedding of HSV-1 in patients undergoing oral surgical procedures and attending for noninvasive treatment discuss this article
Oral Diseases Volume 13, Issue 4, Page 414-418, Jul 2007.
Source: Oral Diseases - June 16, 2007 Tags: Original Articles

IL-1α, IL-1ra and IL-8 are differentially induced by Candida in experimental oral candidiasis discuss this article
Oral Diseases Volume 13, Issue 4, Page 426-433, Jul 2007.
Source: Oral Diseases - June 16, 2007 Tags: Original Articles

Posthemicricoidectomy reconstruction with a composite hyoid-sternohyoid osseomuscular flap: the Rethi–Ward technique discuss this article
Abstract  Our objective was to introduce a new technique for cricoid cartilage reconstruction. A 74-year-old male patient with a history of a 6-month progressively worsening dyspnea was found to have an extensive mass of the left cricoid cartilage. Although the extent of his disease would necessitate total laryngectomy, the patient underwent an open extended left hemicricoidectomy with reconstruction of the defect by a pedicled osseomuscular flap composed of the body of the hyoid bone and the contralateral sternohyoid muscle. Both frozen section and subsequent histopathological evaluation gave the diagnosis o...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 15, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Automatic evaluation of prosodic features of tracheoesophageal substitute voice discuss this article
Abstract  In comparison with laryngeal voice, substitute voice after laryngectomy is characterized by restricted aero-acoustic properties. Until now, an objective means of prosodic differences between substitute and normal voices does not exist. In a pilot study, we applied an automatic prosody analysis module to 18 speech samples of laryngectomees (age: 64.2  8.3 years) and 18 recordings of normal speakers of the same age (65.4  7.6 years). Ninety-five different features per word based upon the speech energy, fundamental frequency F0 and duration measures on words, pauses and vo...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 15, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

European Position Paper On Rhinosinusitis And Nasal Polyps (EP3OS) Group Updates 2005 Guidelines discuss this article
The European Position Paper on Rhinosinusitis and Nasal Polyps (EP3OS) group, a task force of the European Academy of Allergology and Clinical Immunology (EAACI), has issued updated guidance on the treatment of acute and chronic rhinosinusitis and nasal polyposis. Rhinosinusitis, which can cause severe congestion and a runny nose, is a significant and increasing health problem which results in a large financial burden on society. [click link for full article]
Source: Ear, Nose and Throat News From Medical News Today - June 14, 2007

Screening for glandular fever in patients with Quinsy: is it necessary? discuss this article
Abstract  Quinsy (peritonsillar abscess) is a common emergency seen in otolaryngology practice. These patients are often screened for glandular fever in addition to routine haematological tests. In our unit, we have screened 66 patients with quinsy for glandular fever over a period of 12 months. All these patients were screened for glandular fever by rapid immunoassay. Only one out of 66 patients was tested positive for glandular fever. Due to the extremely low incidence of glandular fever in quinsy patients, we do not see any relevance in screening for glandular fever in quinsy patients. Hence we recomm...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 14, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Developing core sets for patients with head and neck cancer based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) discuss this article
The objective of this paper is to outline the proposed development process for the ICF core set for HNC and to invite international experts to participate in this process. The ICF core set will be defined at a Consensus conference, which will integrate evidence from preparatory studies, namely: (a) a systematic literature review regarding the outcome measures of clinical trails and observational studies, (b) semi-structured patient interviews, (c) international experts participating in a internet-based survey and (d) cross-sectional, multi-center studies for clinical applicability. To validate the ICF core set field-t...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 14, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Changes Across Time in Spike Rate and Spike Amplitude of Auditory Nerve Fibers Stimulated by Electric Pulse Trains discuss this article
Abstract  We undertook a systematic evaluation of spike rates and spike amplitudes of auditory nerve fiber (ANF) responses to trains of electric current pulses. Measures were obtained from acutely deafened cats to examine time-related changes free from the effects of hair-cell and synaptic adaptation. Such data relate to adaptation that likely occurs in ANFs of cochlear-implant users. A major goal was to determine and compare rate adaptation observed at different pulse rates (primarily 250, 1000, and 5000 pulse/s) and describe them using decaying exponential models similar to those used in acoustic studies. R...
Source: JARO - Journal of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology - June 12, 2007 Tags: JARO - Journal of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology

Partial withdrawal of deeply inserted cochlear electrodes: observations of two patients discuss this article
Abstract  Three patients implanted in our department received the preformed Clarion S-Series cochlear implant with the electrode Positioning System (EPS). The EPS is a device designed to bring the electrode array closer to the modiolus and deeper into the cochlea. Two of these patients still complained because they were perceiving too low pitch sounds, and because of the presence of echoes and poor discrimination after 3 years of implant use and many tuning sessions. We hypothesized that the electrode array was too deeply inserted and could be stimulating overlapping populations of neurons in the low fre...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 12, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Combination of ionomer cement and bone graft for ossicular reconstruction discuss this article
Abstract  The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of the reconstruction of large ossicular chain defects with a combination of ionomer cement and an autogenous cortical bone graft. Different individual solutions are described if at least the handle of the malleus is present: restoration of a large defect of the long process of the incus, formation of the incus body and the long process, and replacement of the missing superstructure of the stapes with a short bone graft standing on the footplate. In a unique case, total reconstruction of the malleus handle was carried out. In further cases where ...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 12, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Day-case endoscopic sinus surgery using dissolvable haemostatic nasal packs: a pilot study discuss this article
Abstract  In a prospective pilot study, we assessed the efficacy and safety of dissolvable nasal packs (Sinu-knit) for control of post-operative bleeding in patients undergoing endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS), as well as potential complications of this novel packing material and patients’ satisfaction with the dissolvable nasal packs. The patients included were considered suitable for a day-case procedure. We excluded subjects under 16-year-old, as well as patients on warfarin or with any coexisting medical or social reasons rendering them unsuitable for a day-case procedure. The main outcome measures were: ...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 12, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

A retrospective analysis of submissions, acceptance rate, open peer review operations, and prepublication bias of the multidisciplinary open access journal Head & Face Medicine discuss this article
The objective of this study is to evaluate the characteristics of submissions, the effectiveness of open peer reviewing, and factors biasing acceptance or rejection of submitted manuscripts. Methods: A 1-year period of submissions and all concomitant journal operations were retrospectively analyzed. The analysis included submission rate, reviewer rate, acceptance rate, article type, and differences in duration for peer reviewing, final decision, publishing, and PubMed inclusion. Statistical analysis included Mann-Whitney U test, Chi-square test, regression analysis, and binary logistic regression. Results: HFM received 126...
Source: Head & Face Medicine - June 11, 2007 Authors: Thomas Stamm, Ulrich Meyer, Hans-Peter Wiesmann, Johannes Kleinheinz, Murat Cehreli and Zafer C Cehreli

Systematic screening and treatment evaluation of hereditary neck paragangliomas discuss this article
Familial paragangliomas of the neck are often bilateral and more aggressive than spontaneous forms. Tumors appear earlier (2nd-4th decade) often with diffuse, multifocal involvement. Without treatment, these tumors can lead to significant morbidity. Three families with succinate dehydrogenase subunit D (SDHD) germline mutations underwent clinical and genetic evaluation. Patients were screened using ultrasound and evaluated further with conventional and functional imaging. Tumors with a diameter >1.5 cm were surgically removed. Multicentric and bilateral tumors were detected in 9/13 (69%) and 8/13 (62%) patients, respective...
Source: Head - June 11, 2007 Authors: John H. Fish, Peter Klein-Weigel, Matthias Biebl, Andreas Janecke, Thomas Tauscher, Gustav Fraedrich

Algorithm for safe and effective reoperative thyroid bed surgery for recurrent/persistent papillary thyroid carcinoma discuss this article
The aim of this study was to review our experience with reoperative thyroid bed surgery (RTBS) for recurrent/persistent papillary thyroid cancer (PTC), and present an algorithm for safe and effective RTBS.This is a retrospective study. Records of 33 consecutive patients who underwent RTBS for recurrent/persistent PTC in a previously operated thyroid bed, and were operated upon by the senior author (R.P.T.) July 2001 to January 2006 were reviewed. Reports of the pre- and post-RTBS serum thyroglobulin (TG) levels, the high-resolution thyroid bed ultrasound examination, pre-RTBS FNA cytopathology, as well as the post-RTBS fin...
Source: Head - June 11, 2007 Authors: Tarik Y. Farrag, Nishant Agrawal, Sheila Sheth, Chetan Bettegowda, Marjorie Ewertz, Matthew Kim, Ralph P. Tufano

Prognostic significance of cyclin D1 and p16 in patients with intermediate-risk head and neck squamous cell carcinoma treated with docetaxel and concurrent radiotherapy discuss this article
The current study aimed to evaluate the significance of the cell-cycle-control proteins cyclin D1 and p16 as prognostic markers in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) patients treated with docetaxel and radiotherapy.Cyclin D1 and/or p16 protein expression was retrospectively evaluated by immunohistochemistry in 53 patients with stage T1-3N0-2M0 (except T1N0 glottis) HNSCC who were treated with 10 mg/m2/week docetaxel 4 to 6 times and received concurrent chemoradiotherapy.Kaplan-Meier univariate analysis revealed that patients with cyclin D1-positive tumors or p16-negative tumors had a worse prognosis compared wit...
Source: Head - June 11, 2007 Authors: Eisaku Higuchi, Nobuhiko Oridate, Akihiro Homma, Fumiyuki Suzuki, Yoshihiro Atago, Tatsumi Nagahashi, Yasushi Furuta, Satoshi Fukuda

Clinical impact of, and prognostic stratification by, F-18 FDG PET/CT in head and neck mucosal squamous cell carcinoma discuss this article
The aim of this study was to determine prospectively the incremental value of positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) over conventional assessment (clinical examination and CT/MRI imaging).All patients undergoing 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG)-PET/CT for primary head and neck mucosal squamous cell carcinoma between January 2002 and December 2003 (inclusive) were included in this study provided they had undergone contemporaneous conventional assessment of the head and neck region and had 12 months minimum follow-up.Seventy-six patients underwent 100 PET/CT scans. The majority of patients (74%) were treated w...
Source: Head - June 11, 2007 Authors: Caroline A. Connell, June Corry, Alvin D. Milner, Annette Hogg, Rodney J. Hicks, Danny Rischin, Lester J. Peters

Salivary duct carcinoma: A clinical and histologic review with implications for trastuzumab therapy discuss this article
The objective was to study SDC and recommend the use of trastuzumab as adjuvant therapy.A retrospective chart review of patients seen between 1993 and 2006 was performed. Tumor specimens were examined for HER-2 protein overexpression via immunohistochemistry (IHC) and fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) methods.Of the 7 patients with SDC, 57% had tumors arising in the parotid gland, the majority having facial nerve paralysis, 71% with nodal disease, and 43% having recurrence. All samples were HER-2 positive on IHC. Three patients had FISH-positive tumors, recurrent disease, and recieved trastuzumab therapy; 1 of the ...
Source: Head - June 11, 2007 Authors: Vishad Nabili, Jesse W. Tan, Sunita Bhuta, Joel A. Sercarz, Christian S. Head

Recurrent pleomorphic adenoma of the parotid gland: Analysis of 108 consecutive patients discuss this article
Surgery for recurrent parotid pleomorphic adenoma is a challenging problem.One hundred eight patients who underwent 134 reoperations for recurrent parotid pleomorphic adenoma (follow-up, 22 years) were evaluated for histopathologic features and risk factors for recurrence.The number of reoperations for tumor recurrence ranged from 1 to 10. Twenty-seven patients (25%) developed permanent facial nerve weakness. The risks for clinically evident rerecurrence after 1, 5, and 15 years were 16%, 42%, and 75%, respectively. Female sex, young age at initial treatment, and enucleation instead of parotidectomy for treatment of the fi...
Source: Head - June 11, 2007 Authors: Claus Wittekindt, Kristina Streubel, Georg Arnold, Eberhard Stennert, Orlando Guntinas-Lichius

O – Otology: Neurootology discuss this article
Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477 Journal VolumeVolume 264 Journal IssueVolume 264, Supplement 1 / June, 2007
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 10, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

HNS - Head and Neck Surgery, Larynx and Others discuss this article
Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477 Journal VolumeVolume 264 Journal IssueVolume 264, Supplement 1 / June, 2007
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 10, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Short History of EUFOS discuss this article
Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477 Journal VolumeVolume 264 Journal IssueVolume 264, Supplement 1 / June, 2007
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 10, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Preface discuss this article
Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477 Journal VolumeVolume 264 Journal IssueVolume 264, Supplement 1 / June, 2007
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 10, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

R: Rhinology and Plastic Facial Surgery discuss this article
Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477 Journal VolumeVolume 264 Journal IssueVolume 264, Supplement 1 / June, 2007
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 10, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Tinnitus modifications after cochlear implantation discuss this article
Abstract  Tinnitus can be defined as a phantom sensation in the absence of an external sound. In our study, we evaluated the effect of cochlear implant on tinnitus evolution. Among adult, postlingually deaf patients who underwent cochlear implantation at our clinic, we selected 20 subjects with pre-implantation tinnitus (group A) and 10 subjects without pre-implantation tinnitus (group B). Pre- and post-surgery tinnitus was assessed through two questionnaires: the first one dealing with tinnitus characteristics and psychosocial impact, and the second one represented by THI, an internationally validated score ...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 10, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Voice improvement in unilateral laryngeal paralysis during loud voicing: theoretical impact discuss this article
Abstract  Voice of patient with unilateral laryngeal paralysis (ULP) shows a nonlinear behaviour with sudden octave jumps, bifurcations and chaos. Such a behaviour may be due to an increased number of freedom degrees in the glottal system. We hypothesized that voice intensity (with increasing sub glottal pressure) could improve vocal signal stability with less freedom degrees in vibrating system, and then a decrease of nonlinearities. A prospective study of 32 consecutive voices of patients with ULP and severe dysphonia was conducted. Jitter and Lyapunov exponent from vocal signals were compared at comfortabl...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 10, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

H-type tracheoesophageal fistula with type III laryngotracheoesophageal cleft discuss this article
We report a neonate with this combination of rare congenital anomalies. These associated malformations can have major implications in terms of resuscitation, diagnosis and surgical management, which are discussed. Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 10, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Blood Test May Help Signal Tumor's Remission, Return In Throat Cancer Patients discuss this article
A blood test that detects proteins commonly released by a growing tumor could one day become a useful tool for monitoring the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation treatment in people with advanced throat cancer, according to a study published in Clinical Cancer Research. [click link for full article]
Source: Ear, Nose and Throat News From Medical News Today - June 8, 2007

Sleep Disorders: Minimally-invasive Procedures to Stop Snoring discuss this article
In the United States, 40% of the male population and 20% of the female population snore on a nightly basis. Dr. M. Boyd Gillespie talks about the diagnostic procedures and treatments that are available to alleviate snoring and can be performed at the doctor’s office without surgery. Two primary treatments are the Pillar procedure and radio frequency treatment.
Source: MUSC ENT: Ear, Nose and Throat Podcast - June 7, 2007 Authors: Medical University of South Carolina

Sleep Disorders: Treatment and Factors of Snoring and Sleep Apnea discuss this article
Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon, Dr. M. Boyd Gillespie, talks about the various treatments and devices available for chronic snorers and people with mild to severe sleep apnea, such as the use of a CPAP breathing mask or bite guard. Dr. Gillespie also explains how being overweight and other medical conditions can contribute to sleep apnea.
Source: MUSC ENT: Ear, Nose and Throat Podcast - June 7, 2007 Authors: Medical University of South Carolina

Effects of bisphosphonate on the mandible of rats in the growing phase with steroid-induced osteoporosis discuss this article
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Source: Oral Diseases - June 7, 2007 Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES

Sleep Disorders: Snoring and Sleep Apnea discuss this article
Dr. M. Boyd Gillespie, Director of the MUSC Snoring Clinic, gives an overview of snoring and sleep apnea in detail. Dr. Gillespie discusses when an evaluation is necessary, the steps involved in the evaluation process including the Epworth Sleepiness Scale and what an overnight sleep study requires.
Source: MUSC ENT: Ear, Nose and Throat Podcast - June 7, 2007 Authors: Medical University of South Carolina

Stimulatory response of neutrophils from periodontitis patients with periodontal pathogens discuss this article
Oral Diseases Volume 0, Issue 0, Page ???-???.
Source: Oral Diseases - June 7, 2007 Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES

ESE-1 inhibits the invasion of oral squamous cell carcinoma in conjunction with MMP-9 suppression discuss this article
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Source: Oral Diseases - June 7, 2007 Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES

The relationship between shoulder pain and damage to the cervical plexus following neck dissection discuss this article
Abstract  The aim of our study was to evaluate the relationship between shoulder pain and damage to the cervical plexus after neck dissection. The study was performed prospectively on 34 neck sides of 17 patients with laryngeal cancer who underwent laryngectomy plus bilateral selective neck dissection (II, III, IV,  VI) at the Department of Otorhinolaryngology of Uludag University between December 2003 and October 2004. The cervical plexus was protected on one side of the neck and sacrificed on the other, while the accessory nerve was spared on both sides. The degree of sensorial innervation of the ...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 7, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

What is in this issue discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 165-165, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: What is in this issue

Sjögren's syndrome sufferers have increased oral yeast levels despite regular dental care discuss this article
Oral Diseases Volume 0, Issue 0, Page ???-???.
Source: Oral Diseases - June 6, 2007 Tags: Original Articles

Immunohistochemical detection of phosphorylated Akt, PI3K, and PTEN in ameloblastic tumors discuss this article
Oral Diseases Volume 0, Issue 0, Page ???-???.
Source: Oral Diseases - June 6, 2007 Tags: Original Articles

Low-frequency noise effects on the parotid gland of the Wistar rat discuss this article
Oral Diseases Volume 0, Issue 0, Page ???-???.
Source: Oral Diseases - June 6, 2007 Tags: Original Articles

Low-energy laser therapy for prevention of oral mucositis in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation discuss this article
Oral Diseases Volume 0, Issue 0, Page ???-???.
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Resection of extensive sellar tumors with extended endoscopic transseptal transsphenoidal approach discuss this article
Abstract  The endoscope has recently been used to extensive sellar lesions, but the extended areas of the lesions and operative techniques vary from each study. Here we present our experience with extended endoscopic transseptal transsphenoidal (EETT) approach to 16 patients with extensive sellar lesion and evaluate the feasibility of EETT in different extensive sellar tumor resection. Sixteen patients with extensive sellar lesion were operated by EETT approach in this study. The approach included unilateral posterior septum mucosa resection, posterior septectomy, extended ethmoidectomy and sphenoidoctomy, fo...
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Tumoral mass presenting in the nasomalar region arising from the lateral nasal wall: pleomorphic adenoma discuss this article
We report a rare case of intranasal pleomorphic adenoma arising from lateral nasal wall and discuss the clinical presentation, diagnosis and treatment approaches with the review of the literature. Content TypeJournal Article JournalEuropean Archives of Oto-Rhino-LaryngologyOnline ISSN 1434-4726Print ISSN 0937-4477
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology

Standardization of surface electromyography utilized to evaluate patients with dysphagia discuss this article
Conclusion: SEMG of swallowing is a simple and reliable method for screening and preliminary differentiation among dysphagia and odynophagia of various origins. This noninvasive radiation-free examination has a low level of discomfort, and is simple, time saving and inexpensive to perform. With standardization of the technique and an established normative database, sEMG can serve as a reliable screening method for optimal patient management.
Source: Head & Face Medicine - June 6, 2007 Authors: Michael Vaiman

Acknowledgements to reviewers discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 166-166, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Acknowledgements to reviewers

Oral steroids for nasal polyps(Review) discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 194-194, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: What other journals tell us

The ‘Ic and Glic Pope Wick®’ discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 214-215, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. A history of disruptive snoring – is our triage evidence-based? discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 228-228, Jun 2007.
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Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Accuracy of Otolaryngologist-performed ultrasound for neck masses discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 229-229, Jun 2007.
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Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Childhood epistaxis and nasal colonisation with Staphylococcus aureus discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 230-231, Jun 2007.
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Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Perception of voice in the transgender client discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 231-231, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. The long-term effectiveness of antiseptic cream for recurrent epistaxis in childhood - 5 year follow-up of a randomized controlled trial discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 232-232, Jun 2007.
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Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. The intra-rater reliability of the Sadé and Tos staging systems of retractions of the tympanic membrane discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 233-233, Jun 2007.
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Systemic high blood pressure and inner ear dysfunction: a preliminary study discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 173-178, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Original articles

Lesson plans in surgical training discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 207-208, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: How we do it

The practice of otolaryngologists inserting percutaneous gastrostomies in England and Wales discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 214-214, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Hydrogen peroxide mouthwash in post-tonsillectomy haemorrhage discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 218-219, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Warning – ward-based treatment rooms increase risk in ENT emergency practice discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 221-222, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Addressing the challenges of genetic screening for deafness discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 226-227, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. The effect of cidofovir on cellular HPV E6 level, a possible early therapeutic indicator for respiratory papillomatosis therapies discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 230-230, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. The effect of lifestyle on MHC class I expression in the upper aerodigestive tract discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 230-230, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Enriching the EUROQOL: does it work in ENT? discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 232-232, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

Translabyrinthine surgery for disabling vertigo in vestibular schwannoma patients discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 167-172, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Original articles

The http://www.bmjupdates.com website discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 193-193, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: What other journals tell us

Consent issues with the National Prospective Tonsillectomy Audit: The Oxford Experience discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 213-213, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Nasal septum loop technique for securing naso-gastric tube discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 215-216, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

In search of a better clinic letter for general practitioners discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 221-221, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Continuing Medical Education Events Diary discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 234-236, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: CME event diary

Primary hyperparathyroidism: do perioperative biochemical variables correlate with parathyroid adenoma weight or volume? discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 179-184, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Original articles

A third hand for nasal cautery discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 209-209, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Response to Persaud et al. discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 212-212, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

ENT referrals to the neurology clinic discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 217-218, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Career choices in otolaryngology: implications for modernising medical careers discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 219-220, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Masters degrees for ENT trainees discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 223-225, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Buscopan in food bolus obstruction of oesophagus: a randomised controlled single blinded study discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 229-229, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Matrix metalloproteinase-9 in nasal secretions of children exposed to passive smoking discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 229-230, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Characterisation of voltage gated sodium channels in the mammalian central auditory pathway: a therapeutic target for the treatment of tinnitus. discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 232-232, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

Photodynamic therapy in the treatment of multiple primary tumours in the head and neck, located to the oral cavity and oropharynx discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 185-189, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Original articles

Management of nasal polyps with steroids; the current literature discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 195-195, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: What other journals tell us

Response to Bray discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 210-210, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Diagrammatic recording of tympanomastoid procedures discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 210-212, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Pharyngoesophageal foreign bodies: a report of 10-year experience discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 216-217, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Conservative management of recurrent nasal squamous papilloma with topical immunomodulators discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 222-223, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: Letters

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Warfarin and epistaxis discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 229-229, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Duration of Stage Transition in healthy adults – An Endoscopic Study discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 231-231, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

Clinical Otolaryngology News discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 166-166, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Clinical Otolaryngology News

A child with recurrent acute otitis media discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 190-192, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: A 12 minute consultation

Treatment of nasal polyposis and chronic rhinosinusitis with fluticasone propionate nasal drops reduces need for sinus surgery discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 196-196, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: What other journals tell us

Silver nitrate cauterisation, does concentration matter? discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 197-199, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: How we do it

Derevator: a soft tissue elevator for maxillary sinus in Endoscopic sinus surgery discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 199-201, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: How we do it

Antimicrobial prophylaxis in otorhinolaryngology/head and neck surgery discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 204-207, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: How we do it

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Non-pharmacological effects of botulinum toxin on the life quality of patients with spasmodic dysphonia discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 228-228, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Quantifying the natural night to night variability in snoring severity discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 228-229, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

Abstracts of the Spring 2007 Meeting of the Otorhinolaryngological Research Society. Study of the Impact of Intensive Care Admission on Vocal Function discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 231-231, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Abstracts

A technique for the orientation of endoscopically resected laryngeal lesions discuss this article
Clinical Otolaryngology Volume 32, Issue 3, Page 201-203, Jun 2007.
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - June 6, 2007 Tags: Correspondence: How we do it

Mutations in SH3BP2, the cherubism gene, were not detected in central or peripheral giant cell tumours of the jaw. discuss this article
Giant cell granulomas of the jaw (GCGJ) are non-familial, generally unilateral osteoclast-rich lesions that are histopathologically indistinguishable from cherubism. Cherubism is an autosomal dominant disease that is characterised by bilateral radiolucencies of the jaw, and caused by mutations that occur in SH3BP2 exon 10. The aim of the study was to screen lesional GCGJ tissue for SH3BP2 mutations. Lesional mononuclear stromal or spindle cells were microdissected from paraffin-embedded tissue from GCGJ, and DNA was then extracted and sequenced for SH3BP2 mutations associated with cherubism. No mutations were detected ...
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 6, 2007 Authors: Idowu BD, Thomas G, Frow R, Diss TC, Flanagan AM Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Same day diagnosis of neck lumps using ultrasound-guided fine-needle core biopsy. discuss this article
PMID: 17544185 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - June 6, 2007 Authors: Howlett DC, Mercer J, Williams MD Tags: Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg

Ototoxicity of ototopical drops-an update. discuss this article
Various topical preparations are widely used for treating external otitis, acute otitis media with perforation, post-tympanostomy tube otorrhea, and chronic suppurative otitis media. Solutions and suspensions that enter the middle ear through a perforated tympanic membrane can reach the inner ear by crossing through the round window membrane. The safety of various components of otic solutions used in this way, particularly aminoglycosides, corticosteroids, solvents, and preservatives, has been questioned in light of their ototoxic potential. The authors' objective is to review the literature discussing the safety of co...
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Haynes DS, Rutka J, Hawke M, Roland PS Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Management of complications in neurotology. discuss this article
Neurotologic and skull base surgery involves working around important neurovascular and neurotologic structures and can incur unwarranted complications. Knowledge of surgical anatomy, good preoperative planning, intraoperative monitoring, and excellent microsurgical technique contribute to minimizing and avoiding complications. In the event of a complication, however, the neurotologic surgeon should be prepared to manage it. In this article, the authors focus on the management of complications encountered in neurotologic skull base surgery, including hemorrhage, stroke, cerebrospinal fluid leak, extraocular motility de...
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Liu JK, Saedi T, Delashaw JB, McMenomey SO Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Neurotologic surgery for glomus tumors. discuss this article
This article reviews the important aspects of glomus tumor management. The biology and histology of these tumors are unique and have an impact on treatment strategies. Nonsurgical options, such as radiation therapy, are discussed. Surgical resection can be performed safely only after appropriate diagnostic testing is completed. Imaging and other diagnostic testing are explored. The various resection and reconstructive strategies are discussed. PMID: 17544699 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Kaylie DM, O'malley M, Aulino JM, Jackson CG Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Image-guided technique in neurotology. discuss this article
To date, clinical application of image-guided surgery (IGS) to otology/neurotology has been limited, but a large potential market and numerous applications support use. Such applications include control of surgical instruments (eg, turning off a drill when close to an anatomic boundary), robotic surgery (eg, robotic mastoidectomy), and minimally invasive surgery (eg, percutaneous cochlear implantation). PMID: 17544698 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Labadie RF, Majdani O, Fitzpatrick JM Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Surgical approaches and complications in the removal of vestibular schwannomas. discuss this article
Vestibular schwannomas are benign tumors that usually originate from the balance portion of cranial nerve VIII. The treatment options currently available for vestibular schwannomas include observation with serial imaging, stereotactic radiation, and microsurgical removal. Although the ultimate goal in treatment of vestibular schwannomas is preservation of life, the best option for each patient depends on symptoms, tumor size, tumor location, and the patient's general health and age. Surgical exposure of the cerebellopontine angle for removal of vestibular schwannomas can be performed safely via a translabyrinthine, ret...
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Bennett M, Haynes DS Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Stereotactic radiation techniques in the treatment of acoustic schwannomas. discuss this article
Medical decision-making is based on benefit-to-cost analysis. Optimally, treatment obtains a high degree of benefit while minimizing the physical, social, and financial costs. The goals of the treatment of acoustic schwannomas are prohibiting tumor growth and alleviation of symptoms caused by damage to local structures. These symptoms-tinnitus, ataxia, and hearing loss-secondary to eighth nerve dysfunction, as well as symptoms arising from damage to adjacent structures such as the facial nerve, trigeminal nerve, or pons, can be caused by tumor growth or treatment. Determination of optimal therapy must also take into ac...
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Abram S, Rosenblatt P, Holcomb S Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

LINAC Radiosurgery and Radiotherapy Treatment of Acoustic Neuromas. discuss this article
This article provides an introduction to radiation therapy as it applies to intracranial tumors. It also provides a review of the natural growth progression of acoustic neuromas and accuracy of tumor size determination. Literature on the use of linear accelerator stereotactic radiosurgery and fractionated radiotherapy in acoustic neuroma management is reviewed and summarized. Specifically, the rates of reported tumor control, hearing preservation, facial and trigeminal nerve complications, and hydrocephalus are analyzed. Although the complication rates associated with linear accelerator therapy are relatively low, hearing ...
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Likhterov I, Allbright RM, Selesnick SH Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Guiding patients through the choices for treating vestibular schwannomas: balancing options and ensuring informed consent. discuss this article
Counseling patients who are diagnosed with vestibular schwannomas, formerly known as acoustic neuromas, can be challenging. The health care provider has the responsibility to explain, in understandable language, to the patient or legal representative the proposed treatment options, risks and complications associated with each form of treatment, and alternatives to treatment, including no therapy. Patients should be encouraged to gather information before making a treatment decision. For the physicians managing these patients, information should be delivered in a balanced way to ensure patient understanding of their opt...
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Backous DD, Pham HT Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Lesions of the petrous apex: diagnosis and management. discuss this article
Management of petrous apex pathology poses a unique challenge even to the most seasoned skull base surgeons. The central location in the skull base with adjacent critical neurovascular structures makes access to this region more than a trivial matter. Significant advances in diagnostic imaging have greatly facilitated the diagnosis of petrous apex lesions. The introduction of modern skull base surgery techniques also has provided skull base surgeons with numerous avenues to the petrous apex while significantly decreasing morbidity. The latest diagnostic and management strategies are discussed and an update of some of t...
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Isaacson B, Kutz JW, Roland PS Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Evaluation and management of endolymphatic sac and duct tumors. discuss this article
This article describes the latest rationale and techniques for hearing preservation surgery and a review of the latest developments surrounding this disease entity. PMID: 17544692 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Megerian CA, Semaan MT Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Intracranial pressure concerns in lateral skull base surgery. discuss this article
This article serves as a concise review of cerebrospinal fluid metabolism and intracranial pressure regulation for otolaryngologists and lateral skull base surgeons. It examines the methodologies for maintaining cerebrospinal fluid homeostasis by preventing and treating acute elevations of intracranial pressure encountered during lateral skull base surgery. PMID: 17544691 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Clemen R, Backous DD Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Advances in skull base imaging. discuss this article
Despite being introduced in the 1970s and 1980s, CT and MRI continue to be the primary imaging modalities for the temporal bone and skull base. Although the general concepts and physics remain the same, the images obtained currently are far superior. Augmenting these traditional modalities are nuclear medicine imaging techniques, functional imaging, and the fusion of different techniques. Advances in these areas are expanding our options and illuminating pathology in unique ways. As basic physiologic processes are better understood, new opportunities for novel imaging techniques should arise. PMID: 17544690 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Driscoll CL, Lane JI Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Anesthesia, antisepsis, microscope: the confluence of neurotology. discuss this article
Neurotology and skull base surgery slowly emerged out of a confluence of interrelated disciplines and technologies over the past century to become the field that we know today. Its formation required the marriage of neurosurgery and otology, the introduction of the operating microscope, and advances in surgical technique, anesthesia, and radiology. Along the way, the field also began involving specialists within ophthalmology and craniofacial and plastic and reconstructive surgery. Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, the formation of neurotology and skull base surgery required pioneering surgeons who were willing to ...
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Lustig LR Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Preface. discuss this article
PMID: 17544688 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - June 6, 2007 Authors: Haynes DS Tags: Otolaryngol Clin North Am

Cartilage Shield Shown To Help Restore Hearing In Some Chronic Ear Infection Patients discuss this article
Inserting a "shield" of cartilage into the inner ear is a less invasive and more cost-effective alternative to membrane reconstruction when treating hearing loss in selected patients suffering from chronic middle ear infections (otitis media), according to a new study published in the June 2007 edition of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery. [click link for full article]
Source: Ear, Nose and Throat News From Medical News Today - June 4, 2007

This Month in The Laryngoscope. discuss this article
Page: 959DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e3180d098b7Authors: Johnson, Jonas T. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007

Inverse Association between T-Cell Immunoglobulin and Mucin Domain-1 and T-bet in a Mouse Model of Allergic Rhinitis. discuss this article
Page: 960DOI: 10.1097/mlg.0b013e318041549cAuthors: Xu, Geng MD, PhD; Cheng, Lei MD, PhD; Wen, Weiping MD, PhD; Oh, Yun MD; Mou, Zhonglin MD, PhD; Shi, Jianbo MD, PhD; Xu, Rui MD, PhD; Li, Huabin MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Long-Term Efficacy of Sublingual Immunotherapy in Patients With Perennial Rhinitis. discuss this article
Page: 965DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31804f8141Authors: Tahamiler, Rauf MD; Saritzali, Gkioukxel MD; Canakcioglu, Salih MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Transpterygoid Transposition of a Temporoparietal Fascia Flap: A New Method for Skull Base Reconstruction after Endoscopic Expanded Endonasal Approaches. discuss this article
Page: 970DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e3180471482Authors: Fortes, Felipe S. G. MD; Carrau, Ricardo L. MD; Snyderman, Carl H. MD; Kassam, Amin MD; Prevedello, Daniel MD; Vescan, Allan MD; Mintz, Arlan MD; Gardner, Paul MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Unusual Delayed Presentation of a Nail Gun Injury Through the Skull Base. discuss this article
Page: 977DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31804714c1Authors: Lee, Alice D. MD; Oh, Young S. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Does Suture Material and Technique Really Matter? Lessons Learned From 800 Consecutive Blepharoplasties. discuss this article
Page: 981DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31804f54bdAuthors: Joshi, Arjun S. MD; Janjanin, Sasa MD, MS; Tanna, Neil MD; Geist, Craig MD; Lindsey, Charlie MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Long-Term Patient Satisfaction After Revision Rhinoplasty. discuss this article
Page: 985DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31804f8152Authors: Hellings, Peter W. MD, PhD; Trenite, Gilbert J. Nolst MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Upper Lateral Cartilage-Sparing Component Dorsal Hump Reduction in Primary Rhinoplasty. discuss this article
Page: 990DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31805366edAuthors: Arslan, Emrah MD; Aksoy, Alper MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Bone Regeneration of Canine Skull Using Bone Marrow-Derived Stromal Cells and [beta]-Tricalcium Phosphate. discuss this article
Page: 997DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e3180471459Authors: Umeda, Hiroo MD; Kanemaru, Shin-ichi MD, PhD; Yamashita, Masaru MD; Kishimoto, Masanao MD; Tamura, Yoshihiro MD; Nakamura, Tatsuo MD, PhD; Omori, Koichi MD, PhD; Hirano, Shigeru MD, PhD; Ito, Juichi MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Utility of Lip Biopsy in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Sjogren's Syndrome. discuss this article
Page: 1004DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31804654f7Authors: Langerman, Alexander J. MD; Blair, Elizabeth A. MD; Sweiss, Nadera J. MD; Taxy, Jerome B. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Emerging Trends in the Performance of Parathyroid Surgery. discuss this article
Page: 1009DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e3180485716Authors: Terris, David J. MD; Chen, Nan BS; Seybt, Melanie W. MD; Gourin, Christine G. MD; Chin, Edward MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Radioimmunotherapy With Astatine-211 Using Chimeric Monoclonal Antibody U36 in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma. discuss this article
Page: 1013DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31804b1a6dAuthors: Cheng, Junping MD, PhD; Ekberg, Tomas MD; Engstrom, Mats MD, PhD; Nestor, Marika PhD; Jensen, Holger J. PhD; Tolmachev, Vladimir PhD; Anniko, Matti MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Salvage Surgery with Free Flap Reconstruction: Factors Affecting Outcome After Treatment of Recurrent Head and Neck Squamous Carcinoma. discuss this article
Page: 1019DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e3180536705Authors: Kim, Alyn J. BA; Suh, Jeffrey D. MD; Sercarz, Joel A. MD; Abemayor, Elliot MD, PhD; Head, Christian MD; Funk, Gerry MD; Blackwell, Keith E. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Hunsaker Mon-Jet Tube for Secondary Tracheoesophageal Puncture. discuss this article
Page: 1024DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31803816a2Authors: Shakeel, Muhammad MBBS, MRCSED; Hussain, Akhtar FRCS; Johnston, Graham M. FCAnaes
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007

Virtual Laryngoscopy: a Noninvasive Tool for the Assessment of Laryngeal Tumor Extent. discuss this article
Page: 1026DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31804f812fAuthors: Yan, Yuling PhD; Luo, Shouhua PhD; McWhorter, Andrew MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

The Ductal Stretching Technique: An Endoscopic-Assisted Technique for Removal of Submandibular Stones. discuss this article
Page: 1031DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31804f8163Authors: Nahlieli, Oded DMD; Shacham, Rachel DMD; Zagury, Ami DMD; Bar, Tal DMD; Yoffe, Boris MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Activity/Stability of Human Pepsin: Implications for Reflux Attributed Laryngeal Disease. discuss this article
Page: 1036DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31804154c3Authors: Johnston, Nikki PhD; Dettmar, Peter W. PhD; Bishwokarma, Bimjhana MS; Lively, Mark O. PhD; Koufman, Jamie A. MD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Equivalent Noise Level Generated by Drilling Onto the Ossicular Chain as Measured by Laser Doppler Vibrometry: A Temporal Bone Study. discuss this article
Page: 1040DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e3180459a10Authors: Jiang, Dan PhD, FRCSI(Otol), FRCS(ORL-HNS); Bibas, Athanasios MSc, DM, FRCS(Otol); Santuli, Carlo PhD; Donnelly, Neil MSc, MRCS; Jeronimidis, George PhD; O'Connor, Alec Fitzgerald FRCS
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Tacrolimus: A New Option in Therapy-Resistant Chronic External Otitis. discuss this article
Page: 1046DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31804b1aadAuthors: Caffier, Philipp P. MD; Harth, Wolfgang MD, PhD; Mayelzadeh, Babak MD; Haupt, Heidemarie MSc Eng; Sedlmaier, Benedikt MD, PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Selective Activation of Cat Primary Auditory Cortex by way of Direct Intraneural Auditory Nerve Stimulation. discuss this article
Page: 1053DOI: 10.1097/MLG.0b013e31804714a7Authors: Kim, Seung-Jae PhD; Badi, Arunkumar N. MD, PhD; Normann, Richard A. PhD
Source: The Laryngoscope - June 2, 2007 Tags: Abstract

Management of Facial Nerve Schwannoma in Patients With Favorable Facial Function.