What is new and promising with drug-eluting stents in sinus surgery?

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: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: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:Surgical approaches to the upper facial skeleton comprise the coronal, lower eyelid and midface degloving approaches. These are routinely employed in both ablative and reconstructive craniofacial procedures. The ability to perform them in a well tolerated and predictable manner is predicated on knowle...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Martou G,Antonyshyn OM

更新日期：2011-08-01 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: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: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: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:Overall survival of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma patients on the whole has not dramatically improved in the last 30 years. One of the reasons is that tumour, node, metastasis classification is probably in some cases inadequate, since similar cases under a clinico-pathological point of view, m...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Almadori G,Bussu F,Paludetti G

更新日期：2008-04-01 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 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:To discuss the role of vitamin D in asthma, allergic rhinitis, and chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). RECENT FINDINGS:Over the last several years, the role of vitamin D in immunomodulation has been studied and shown to have a significant impact on immune function. A causal relationship exists between vita...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Akbar NA,Zacharek MA

更新日期：2011-06-01 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: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 management of cervical lymph node metastases in nasopharyngeal carcinoma is important for a favourable outcome. The strategy of diagnosis and treatment for the lymph nodes on presentation and those that have recurred after initial therapy are different. This review presents the current concept. R...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Wei WI,Mok VW

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

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：: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:Little is published regarding variations of skull-base anatomy and their relevance to the performance of endoscopic sinus surgery. Several catastrophic complications have occurred in patients with low-lying skull-base variation. This review's purpose is to make the reader aware of skull-base variation...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Stankiewicz JA,Chow JM

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This purpose of this article is to review and provide an update of current publications on the evaluation and management of adenoid cystic carcinoma. RECENT FINDINGS:Adenoid cystic carcinoma is an uncommon salivary gland malignancy that presents insidiously and is generally advanced when diagnosed. C...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Bradley PJ

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Lower lid anatomy and the subtleties of this region have been studied extensively in the past. The variations that are found in the lower eyelid can lead to complications if the surgeon does not have a complete understanding. Lower lid blepharoplasty techniques have progressed over the past from simpl...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Weiss DD,Carraway JH

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to summarize the recent knowledge on eustachian tube dysfunction and the patulous eustachian tube. RECENT FINDINGS:A clinically useful test for eustachian tube function is still lacking. Narrowing of the isthmus alone was demonstrated to be an insufficient cause of otiti...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Grimmer JF,Poe DS

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There is an increasing percentage of children with persistent obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) after removal of the tonsils and adenoids (T&A). Although sleep apnea has been an active area of research and treatment in the adult population, our awareness of this problem in children is still in its initial...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Shott SR

更新日期：2011-12-01 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:The purpose of this review is to go over the only therapy for olfactory loss supported by level 1a evidence that is currently available, which is olfactory training. This therapy is widely underutilized and has the potential to help many patients with olfactory dysfunction who are otherwise offered no...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Patel ZM

更新日期：2017-02-01 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：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:Spontaneous nasal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks represent a distinct clinical entity that presents important diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. Recognition of the proper demographic group and presenting symptoms, as well as the radiologic features of this disease process, are integral to making ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Wise SK,Schlosser RJ

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article reviews literature on the facial reanimation technique, from direct facial nerve repair and grafting to neuromuscular-free transplantation. The discussion will focus on the indications of the different approaches based on timing of the facial palsy and on patient's features. RECENT FINDI...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Bianchi B,Ferri A,Sesenna E

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review the indications for Mohs micrographic surgery in skin cancer particularly with relationship to tumours of the head and neck and any recent developments which may influence those indications in the near future. RECENT FINDINGS:There is increasing evidence to support the use of Mohs micrograp...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Perkins W

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Laryngopharyngeal reflux is a widely recognized disorder. Yet, decades after its initial description, debate persists regarding pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment. This review addresses current literature on laryngopharyngeal reflux and identifies areas of controversy and future opportunities f...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Gupta R,Sataloff RT

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00