Current treatment of vocal fold scarring.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article aims to review previous research reports and to summarize current strategies for the optimal duration of voice rest and the effect of phonatory stimulation after phonomicrosurgery. RECENT FINDINGS:Voice rest is commonly recommended after laryngeal surgery to prevent worsening of vocal fo...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Kaneko M,Hirano S

更新日期：2017-12-01 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:This article describes the most recent comparative cost evaluations for subcutaneous (SCIT) and sublingual (SLIT) immunotherapy. RECENT FINDINGS:Only one recent article compares the costs of SCIT and SLIT in America. No American publications assess direct and indirect costs together. Few studies outs...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： French C,Seiberling K

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to highlight recent work and provide recommendations on the approach for diagnosis and management of chronic cough in a gastroenterology clinic. RECENT FINDINGS:Chronic cough is a burdensome symptom affecting a large number of patients and contributes significant cost to...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Gawron AJ,Kahrilas PJ,Pandolfino JE

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The article reviews the effects of cervical osteophytosis and spine posture on swallowing, and how they can cause dysphagia. RECENT FINDINGS:Cerivical osteophytosis which is a bony overgrowth of the cervical spines, it affects the swallowing through different mechanisms, including direct mechanical c...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Abdel-Aziz M,Azab N,El-Badrawy A

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Laryngeal carcinogenesis is a multistep process with premalignant lesions progressing to invasive carcinoma over a period of years. The approach to these advanced premalignant lesions has always been early diagnosis and treatment to prevent further progression. Unfortunately, with the current means of...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Johnson FL

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The goal of cancer screening is to detect tumor at an early stage, and early cancer detection is the hallmark of successful treatment. In addition to traditional tissue biopsy-based diagnostics, more reliable, inexpensive, and noninvasive methods are required for early diagnosis of cancer. In this rev...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Aro K,Kaczor-Urbanowicz K,Carreras-Presas CM

更新日期：2019-04-01 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:Adult laryngotracheal stenosis (LTS) is a potentially life-threatening disorder that can be difficult to diagnose and treat. Much is unknown regarding the etiology of airway stenosis, and while many patients do well with standard surgical management, the recurrence rate is significant. Few medical the...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Rosow DE,Barbarite E

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Medical error is a common problem, and its human cost in terms of disability, suffering, and death is stunning. Steps toward reducing medical error will require the identification of mistake-prone practices within a complex health care system. Erroneous pathologic diagnosis has been identified as one ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Kronz JD,Westra WH

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review treatment options for sinonasal polyps, focusing on the role of steroids and, specifically, intrapolyp steroid injection. History of steroid injections, comparison to other medical and surgical treatments, as well as the risks and safety of injections are all discussed. RECENT FINDINGS:A pa...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Becker SS,Duncavage JA

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The increasing magnet strengths used for MRI scanning combined with a greater number and variety of otologic prostheses can lead to possible safety issues. This review examines the specific issues and the conclusions of 33 referenced studies examining those issues. RECENT FINDINGS:Variability of inte...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Fritsch MH,Mosier KM

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The management of nasoethmoid or naso-orbito-ethmoid (NOE) fractures requires a thorough knowledge of the central facial anatomy, surgical techniques, available tools and patient factors to obtain optimal restoration of aesthetic form and function. This review article describes the current methods of ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Rosenberger E,Kriet JD,Humphrey C

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In this manuscript, we will provide a panorama of the current status of skull base reconstruction following endoscopic endonasal or open resection of malignant lesions, focusing on novel options and recent modifications of previously described techniques. RECENT FINDINGS:New developments in skull bas...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Hachem RA,Elkhatib A,Beer-Furlan A,Prevedello D,Carrau R

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Functional rhinoplasty is a term that is commonly used to describe any technique used to address nasal obstruction in the nasal valve region. The cause of nasal valve collapse differs based on the site. Internal valve collapse may be idiopathic or associated with previous rhinoplasty, trauma, or weake...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Chan D,Shipchandler TZ

更新日期：2015-08-01 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:Clinical management of asthma is challenging and measuring fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) can be another tool to assist in meeting this challenge. RECENT FINDINGS:Asthma is a heterogeneous condition. There are many different phenotypes. FeNO can help the physician identify which patients have...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Damask C

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Hair cells and spiral ganglion neurons form functional pairings in the cochlea that transduce the mechanical energy of sound into signals that are carried to the brainstem. Mutations of genes affecting the development and maintenance of these two cell populations cause deafness in humans and other ani...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Whitlon DS

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Microvascular reconstruction for head and neck cancers has improved both cosmesis and functionality of patients undergoing treatment. Many patients have had prior surgery (neck dissection), radiation and/or chemotherapy as part of their management. When microvascular reconstruction is required after p...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Wong KK,Higgins KM,Enepekides DJ

更新日期：2010-08-01 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:Patients being treated for chronic rhinosinusitis, whether via medical or surgical means, account for a significant percentage of all medical malpractice claims against otolaryngologists. In this study, we present suggestions to help otolaryngologists safeguard against unnecessary claims. RECENT FIND...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Cottrill E,Becker SS,DeLaurentis D

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review the literature on toluidine blue (TBlue) and to discuss the utility of TBlue in assessing and in clinical management of patients with oral mucosal lesions. The literature search was conducted using key word search including oral cancer, oral premalignant lesions, and TBlue and by selecting r...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Epstein JB,Güneri P

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since the beginning of humanity, man has sought to define beauty. Whether by philosophy, mathematical constructs, social studies, or biology, the fascination with and the study of beauty has consumed our emotions and intellect. Many myths about this powerful force in our daily lives have been created, and some continu...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Adamson PA,Doud Galli SK

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Cochlear implantation is a well tolerated and effective procedure in the rehabilitation of profoundly and severely hearing-impaired individuals. Cochlear reimplantation may be necessary for a variety of reasons. The recent literature regarding the indications, surgical considerations, and outcomes in ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Zeitler DM,Budenz CL,Roland JT Jr

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article will examine recent publications on the endoscopic management of juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibromas. RECENT FINDINGS:The use of an endoscopic approach to resect small juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibromas is supported by excellent results from a number of operative series published in...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Douglas R,Wormald PJ

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) is a hormone necessary for the development, growth, and maintenance of various organs, and has been used as a therapeutic agent in clinical settings. This review aimed to illustrate its role in the auditory systems and its potential use as a therapeutic in the fiel...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Gao L,Nakagawa T

更新日期：2020-10-01 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:The objective of this article is to assess current newborn hearing screening protocols. We will focus on technologies or modalities used, protocol steps, training of screeners, timing of first screen, and loss to follow-up. A summary of program reports focusing on protocols from Greece, China, South A...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Ricalde RR,Chiong CM,Labra PJP

更新日期：2017-10-01 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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Surgical robotics arose as an extension of virtual reality and robotic technology developed by the United States Department of Defense. Current surgical robotic systems have been used to perform a variety of minimally invasive surgical procedures. RECENT FINDINGS:The Food and Drug Administration rece...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Gourin CG,Terris DJ

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00