Sublingual immunotherapy for allergic rhinitis: an update.

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:The management of a patient with bilateral vocal fold motion impairment (BVFMI) can be challenging for the otolaryngologist. The treatment traditionally involves tracheotomy, which can be very distressful for some patients. Alternatively, there are endoscopic procedures, which irreversibly sacrifice v...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Ongkasuwan J,Courey M

更新日期：2011-12-01 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:Thin caliber transnasal esophagoscopes allow for a rapidly expanding array of office-based esophageal procedures, including botulinum toxin injections, in unsedated patients. RECENT FINDINGS:While botulinum toxin has been used in the esophagus and lower esophageal sphincter for many years, there is n...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Rees CJ

更新日期：2007-12-01 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: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:Flap failure in microvascular reconstruction is a costly complication with total flap loss being the worst-case scenario. With the aim to rapidly identify a postoperative circulatory problem, some susceptible flaps can be saved by careful clinical monitoring or by various technical monitoring methods....

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Kääriäinen M,Halme E,Laranne J

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Endoscopic sinus surgery became the gold standard in inflammatory disorders of the nose and paranasal sinuses, in cerebrospinal fluid leak and epistaxis management, and established its efficacy in the oncology of the region. However, there are certain limitations which make an external approach mandat...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Konstantinidis I,Constantinidis J

更新日期：2016-02-01 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

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 supraclavicular artery island flap is a rotation flap that offers a versatile reconstructive option for head and neck defects. Recent anatomical studies have improved our understanding of the vascular supply of the supraclavicular artery island flap. Furthermore, several published large series des...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Kim RJ,Izzard ME,Patel RS

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to evaluate medical malpractice involving patients with head and neck cancer. In the United States, problems associated with the medical malpractice environment are reaching proportions that threaten the delivery of health care. RECENT FINDINGS:Several methods to learn m...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Lydiatt DD

更新日期：2004-04-01 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：:With continued surgical instrument advancement, endoscopic sinus surgery techniques continue to evolve with an overall improvement of our ability to offer surgical treatment for a variety of surgical disorders of the sinuses and anterior skull base. Frontal sinusitis and the extent of surgery performed in the frontal ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Kountakis SE,Gross CW

更新日期：2003-02-01 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：:Craniofacial reconstruction may be limited by the paucity of autologous materials available and donor site morbidity. Recent advances in the development of biomaterials have given the reconstructive surgeon new options for restoring form and function. There are now biomaterials (second generation) that can elicit a co...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Pou AM

更新日期：2003-08-01 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:Despite nerve-sparing surgery, postoperative shoulder morbidity remains high and significantly impacts patient's quality of life. This review will focus on recent findings of anatomical nuances of the cranial nerve XI (CN XI) along its course in the neck and possible reasons for postoperative morbidit...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Lanišnik B

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The identification of transcriptional activators and repressors of hair cell fates has recently been augmented by the discovery of microRNAs (miRNAs) that can function as post-transcriptional repressors in sensory hair cells. RECENT FINDINGS:miRNAs are approximately 21-nucleotide single-stranded ribo...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Li H,Fekete DM

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review the past year's literature regarding recent innovations in surgical instrumentation for craniomaxillofacial surgery. RECENT FINDINGS:Current advances in surgical instrumentation have led to many improvements in the field, allowing greater visualization and precision both before and during p...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Yim M,Demke J

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Midfacial defects resulting from head and neck oncological resections can be addressed by microvascular reconstructive techniques using autologous tissue. In specific indications, however, prosthetic rehabilitation can give a superior aesthetic outcome, combined with a less intensive surgical strain o...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Vander Poorten V,Meulemans J,Delaere P

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Mandibular distraction osteogenesis has become one of the most powerful reconstructive tools for addressing congenital lower jaw deformities. This review will focus on clinical and basic science contributions to the literature in the last year, which have shown innovations in mandibular distraction os...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Earley M,Butts SC

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Facial paralysis often has a significant emotional impact on patients. Along with the myriad of new surgical techniques in managing facial paralysis comes the challenge of selecting the most effective procedure for the patient. This review delineates common surgical techniques and reviews state-of-the...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Tate JR,Tollefson TT

更新日期：2006-08-01 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:Globus pharyngeus is a common condition of unknown cause, with no 'current opinion' on the optimum investigation and treatment. As such, the scope of this article is to review the current literature and to describe, from an Irish perspective, the current best practice on the management of globus. REC...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Burns P,O'Neill JP

更新日期：2008-12-01 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: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: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: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：: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