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abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) reconstruction represents one of the more challenging clinical problems that a head and neck surgeon encounters. Fortunately, the problem is fairly uncommon; however, at the same time, clear clinical guidelines have not been formulated. The goal of this review is to prese...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Imola MJ,Liddell A

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe the incidence, risk factors, prevention, and management of hypothyroidism among patients treated with radiation and other modalities for head and neck cancers. RECENT FINDINGS:Hypothyroidism may occur in up to 48% of patients treated for head and neck malignancies. It has been observed af...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Miller MC,Agrawal A

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The presence of cervical lymph node metastasis remains the most significant prognostic indicator of survival and disease recurrence in patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck. An approximately 50% reduction in 5-year survival rate is seen with the development of lymph node metastasis in patients wit...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Puri SK,Fan CY,Hanna E

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Perforator flaps are increasingly being used to reconstruct head and neck defects. They offer several advantages over nonperforator-based flaps with lower donor site morbidity and a versatile range of reconstructive options. The anterolateral thigh flap is well established in the head and neck and is ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Cho A,Hall FT

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This study is aimed towards clinicians involved in the rapidly developing field of hair restoration. We provide a review of recent literature on this topic. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent studies discussed in this article focus on various aspects of follicular unit transplant surgery, including hairline desi...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Lee TS,Minton TJ

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Laryngopharyngeal reflux should no longer be underestimated because of its negative impact on the lives of patients and its potentially dangerous long-term complications. RECENT FINDINGS:Both laryngopharyngeal reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease are caused by mucosal injury from acid and pepsi...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Remacle M,Lawson G

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Airway obstruction and craniofacial deformities resulting from mandibular deficiency are challenging and complex clinical problems. Mandibular distraction osteogenesis is playing a rapidly expanding role in the treatment of these children and has supplanted traditional management techniques in many ce...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Fritz MA,Sidman JD

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In the surgical management of chronic rhinosinusitis, medical therapy is often used to prevent postoperative complications such as adhesions. These complications often require painful debridements in the clinic or revision surgery. Systemic steroids are not without risk and topical steroids are not id...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Campbell RG,Kennedy DW

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Sclerosing bone dysplasias are rare genetic disorders of bone remodeling in which excessive bone formation takes place, resulting in encroachment on neural structures. The infant usually appears normal at birth, and the first sign of a problem only comes when a neurologic deficit develops, usually in ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Hofmeyr LM,Hamersma H

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article reviews literature pertaining to advances in the reconstruction of segmental mandibular defects in the context of an established standard of care, microvascular transfer of free osteocutaneous flaps. RECENT FINDINGS:Most literature reiterates established reconstructive techniques. Except...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Hayden RE,Mullin DP,Patel AK

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Asthma and allergic rhinitis are two of the most widespread chronic medical conditions. Asthma, a condition which encompasses chronic inflammation of the lower airway resulting in expiratory obstruction, may represent an end phase along the allergic disease spectrum ultimately stemming initially from ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Mener DJ,Lin SY

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article reviews the anatomy and function of the midface, defect classifications and the breadth of common and novel reconstructive techniques including medical modeling, dental splints, and dental rehabilitation. RECENT FINDINGS:Historically many classification systems for midface and maxillary ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Eskander A,Kang SY,Teknos TN,Old MO

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, aggressive malignancy. Worldwide incidence is increasing and roughly 50% of patients present with a primary lesion in the head and neck. This article discusses recent advances and treatment recommendations. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent research has focused on the carc...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Huber GF

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article reviews the literature on patient adherence to two different approaches to allergen-specific immunotherapy for allergic disease. Factors related to adherence in general, as well as the various methods used to measure adherence, will be discussed. RECENT FINDINGS:Although a complex intera...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Reisacher WR,Visaya JM

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Bisphosphonates are used for the management of metastatic bone disease, prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and Paget's disease of bone. An increasing number of reports have associated the use of bisphosphonates with the occurrence of osteoradionecrosis of the jaw. The purpose of this review is t...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Gevorgyan A,Enepekides DJ

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Leukotrienes are inflammatory mediators that are known as the slow-reacting substance of anaphylaxis produced by a number of cell types including mast cells, eosinophils, basophils, macrophages, and monocytes. Synthesis of these mediators results from the cleavage of arachidonic acid in cell membranes, and they exert ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Parnes SM

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Inverted papilloma are benign sinonasal tumors that have a propensity to recur after surgical resection and may undergo malignant transformation. For this reason, complete resection is essential for the successful management of these tumors. Advances in endoscopic techniques and experience, as well as...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Reh DD,Lane AP

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review journal articles discussing surgery for velopharyngeal dysfunction over the past year. All articles ascertained by a PubMed search relevant to this topic were reviewed. RECENT FINDINGS:Articles evaluated from the past year discussed the variations, effectiveness, and feasibility of multiple...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Crockett DJ,Goudy SL

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review the current literature on isolated disease of sphenoid sinus, and to describe the various approaches to the sphenoid sinus. RECENT FINDINGS:Due to its posterior location and subtle presenting symptoms, sphenoid lesions, in the past, have often been missed and were reported as rare occurrenc...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Ng YH,Sethi DS

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) is the most common as well as the costliest benign airway neoplasm in the United States [Ivancic et al. (2018). Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol 3:22; Derkay (1995). Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 121:1386]. In addition, it is potentially deadly, with risk ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Derkay CS,Bluher AE

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to summarize the current literature on facial nerve schwannoma and make practical recommendations based on best practices for the management of this difficult but benign neoplasm. RECENT FINDINGS:Facial nerve schwannoma can be asymptomatic or can present with progressive...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Marzo SJ,Zender CA,Leonetti JP

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The anterolateral thigh free flap has achieved recent popularity in North America for the reconstruction of head and neck defects after ablative surgery. The flap is most often based on either the septocutaneous or musculocutaneous perforators of the descending branch of the lateral circumflex femoral...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Lin DT,Coppit GL,Burkey BB

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Office-based laryngeal laser surgery was created recently and is emerging as a reliable and practical method of treating a number of laryngeal lesions. This style of minimally invasive surgery is becoming increasingly popular in the United States and abroad. RECENT FINDINGS:Fiber-based lasers and dis...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Zeitels SM,Burns JA

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to review the evaluation and management of children with syndromic hearing loss. Specific syndromes and the impact of those syndromes on managing hearing loss will be discussed. RECENT FINDINGS:Improved molecular testing has increased the ability to identify syndromes-as...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Casazza G,Meier JD

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:We review the literature on the use of audiometric protocols in the guidance of when to obtain MRI for detection of vestibular schwannoma. This discussion will focus on the sensitivity, specificity, and cost-effective analysis of audiometric criteria of asymmetric sensorineural hearing loss (ASNHL) wh...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Conley M,Diaz RC

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The development of monoclonal antibody-based biologics targeted at inhibition of the Th2 cytokines interleukin-4, interleukin-5 and interleukin-13 represent potentially effective treatments for asthma and allergic diseases. This short review is based on English-language original articles in PubMed or ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Walsh GM

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review is designed to update the reader on the current state of nasal endoscopy in the control of epistaxis. Recent articles are reviewed and demonstrate recent developments and results. RECENT FINDINGS:The use of endoscopy for control of anterior and posterior epistaxis is beneficial, with less...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Stankiewicz JA

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To assess current information regarding the physiological effects of transcutaneous electrical stimulation (TES) on the neck and current evidence regarding the clinical effects of adding TES to dysphagia rehabilitation. RECENT FINDINGS:Physiological studies have demonstrated that when electrical stim...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Ludlow CL

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe contemporary interpretations of 'outcomes research' in facial plastic surgery and to summarize and evaluate some of the existing validated outcome measures for use in facial plastic surgery. RECENT FINDINGS:Outcome measures can be broadly categorized into two categories - patient-reported...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Rhee JS,McMullin BT

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article reviews literature on the scientific background of functional electric stimulation of the immobile larynx, the status of animal pacing trials, and first clinical attempts to establish laryngeal pacing. RECENT FINDINGS:Impaired vocal fold motion is seen following recurrent laryngeal nerve...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Mueller AH

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00