Pneumocele of the frontal sinus producing orbital roof defect: case report and review of literature.

abstract：:Histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis (HNL) also known as Kikuchi or Kikuchi-Fujimato disease is a benign and self-limiting disease. The entity was first described in 1972 by Kikuchi and Fujimato in Japan independently. HNL is prevalent in Asia, although it may be seen in a wide geographic distribution. It commonly af...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Koybasi S,Saydam L,Gungen Y

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of the study was to determine the prognostic significance of the ratio between metastatic and examined lymph nodes to the survival rate of patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The study included 142 patients in whom metastatic lymph nodes were observed i...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Süslü N,Hoşal AS,Sözeri B

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the effects of increased endogenous Antisecretory Factor (AF) synthesis using specially processed cereals (SPC) in a sample of patients with defined unilateral Meniere's disease (MD), compared to the results of a treatment protocol of intravenous glycerol and dexamethasone. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Tw...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Viola P,Pisani D,Scarpa A,Cassandro C,Laria C,Aragona T,Ciriolo M,Spadera L,Ralli M,Cavaliere M,Iengo M,Chiarella G

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We aimed to evaluate the possible changes in the middle ears of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and to measure their hearing functions by eleven different test frequencies including standard and high frequencies. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The study group was comprised of 74 patients with RA. The control gr...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Oztürk A,Yalçin S,Kaygusuz I,Sahin S,Gök U,Karlidağ T,Ardiçoglŭ O

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We aimed to investigate the relationship between peripheral vertigo and inflammation by using the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) as an inflammatory marker. We recruited 103 patients with peripheral vertigo (71 women, 32 men; mean age, 39.8 ± 14.7 years) who presented to the Otolaryngology Department of Dumlupina...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Ozbay I,Kahraman C,Balikci HH,Kucur C,Kahraman NK,Ozkaya DP,Oghan F

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Three patients with otologic disorders developed complications related to hypercoagulability. This report was prepared to increase the awareness among otolaryngologists of the diagnosis and management of hypercoagulable states, and to encourage expert consultation when indicated. MATERIALS AND METHODS:One...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Gold S,Kamerer DB,Hirsch BE,Cass SP

更新日期：1993-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Low numbers of primary auditory neurons (ANs) may compromise the clinical performance of a cochlear implant. The focus of this research is to determine whether stem cells can be used to replace the ANs lost following deafness. To successfully replace these neurons, stem cells must be capable of directed differe...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Nayagam BA,Minter RL

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare clinical disorder. We retrospectively analysed the clinical manifestations, treatments and prognoses of LCH cases involving the ear, nose, and neck. MATERIALS AND METHODS:28 cases with confirmed LCH in ear, nose or neck were reviewed. We recorded patient age, sex...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Guo Y,Ning F,Wang G,Li X,Liu J,Yuan Y,Dai P

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:In pituitary macroadenomas with extensive suprasellar extension (SSE), suprasellar region can be approached by extending exposure either anteriorly by adding bone removal of the tuberculum sellae and planum sphenoidal or posteriorly from inside the sellar cavity through diaphragma sella. The later approach ha...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Ismail M,Zidan W,Hamead K,Abdelhak B,Darwish M

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lateralization of bilaterally applied bone-conducted signals could be accomplished by variation of time (delta t) or intensity (delta I) differences between signals. The task was relatively easy with clicks and with tone pips with short rise times. When rise times were made longer than 1 msec the ability to localize d...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Jahn AF,Tonndorf J

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Our study goal was to identify clinical factors associated with, and that might predict, treatment outcome for patients with an isolated cervical recurrence of squamous cell carcinoma in the previously treated neck (ICR-PTN). MATERIALS AND METHODS:We reviewed all patients with noncutaneous head and neck squamo...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Krol BJ,Righi PD,Weisberger EC,Smith RM,Wynne M

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate foot and ankle function in a series of patients undergoing fibula microvascular free tissue transfer. STUDY DESIGN:A nonrandomized, nonblinded analysis was performed using the ankle-hindfoot scale as well as radiographic analysis to determine donor site morbidity. RESULTS:Overall, foot ankle fun...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Garrett A,Ducic Y,Athre RS,Motley T,Carpenter B

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Determine the feasibility of a two-incision surgical approach to hypoglossal nerve stimulator implantation based on anatomic considerations. METHODS:Upper airway stimulation (UAS) using the Inspire system uses three implanted devices-the implantable pulse generator (IPG), stimulation lead and sensing ches...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Meleca JB,Kominsky AH

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The study objective is to evaluate the clinical features and outcomes of patients treated for head and neck malignant fibrous histiocytoma at a tertiary care medical facility. MATERIALS AND METHODS:This is a retrospective case series of 17 adult subjects with malignant fibrous histiocytoma of the head and neck...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Hardison SA,Davis PL 3rd,Browne JD

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate outcomes and survival in young patients with oral tongue cancer (OTC). METHODS:Retrospective chart review of patients aged 18-40 with OTC treated between 2000 and 2016. Tumor characteristics of p16 expression, perineural invasion (PNI), and lymph-vascular invasion (LVI) were evaluated. Recurrence...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Miller C,Shay A,Tajudeen B,Sen N,Fidler M,Stenson K,Gattuso P,Al-Khudari S

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The isotypic pattern of antipneumococcal polysaccharide antibodies with respect to IgG subclasses differs in adults and children. Adults show almost exclusively IgG2 activity, whereas children exhibit both IgG1 and IgG2 activity. The IgG subclass pattern of the antibody response after pneumococcal vaccination was eval...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Rynnel-Dagöö B,Freijd A,Prellner K

更新日期：1985-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:A case-control study was done to confirm the higher prevalence of sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) among sickle cell patients (HbSS) from southern Brazil. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Twenty-eight patients and 28 matched normal controls were studied. Besides complete anamneses and physical otolaryngological examinati...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Piltcher O,Cigana L,Friedriech J,Ribeiro FA,da Costa SS

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a group of patients with unilateral labyrinthine dysfunction, the maximal velocity of the slow component response to caloric stimulation was compared with that to horizontal vestibular rotatory stimulation by a low-frequency stimulus. It was found that the larger the magnitude of the caloric response, the larger we...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Honrubia V,Jenkins HA,Minser K,Baloh RW,Yee RD

更新日期：1984-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This clinical review presents a survey of the different types of epithelial neoplasms in the parotid gland. The incidence, histopathological classification, grade of malignancy, and staging system are discussed. Diagnostic procedures are reviewed and a scheme for treatment is proposed for the different types of epithe...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Biörklund A,Eneroth CM

更新日期：1980-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Cystic masses of the supraclavicular fossa (SCF) are uncommon. The diverse anatomical structures within the SCF create an extended differential diagnosis for any mass arising in the SCF. This study describes the presenting symptoms, radiologic findings, medical and surgical management, and posttreatment outcome...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Lin HW,Lister MT,Deschler DG

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Eustachian tube balloon dilation (ETBD) has been recently described as feasible treatment for patients with refractory Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD). The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of ETBD in the treatment of symptomatic Eustachian tube dysfunction (SETD) by subjective and objective anal...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Xiong H,Liang M,Zhang Z,Xu Y,Ou Y,Chen S,Yang H,Zheng Y

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Zygomatic hemangioma is an extremely rare, benign, slow-growing tumor occurring mostly in adult women. The radiologic findings are diagnostic. Total excision of the tumor with primary reconstruction of the defect is the preferred treatment modality. We present a case of zygomatic hemangioma and a brief review of the l...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Koybasi S,Saydam L,Kutluay L

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of the study was to demonstrate the oncologic safety of diode laser surgery in the treatment of early glottic carcinoma. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The study included 45 patients affected by Tis and T1 glottic squamous cell carcinomas and treated endoscopically by diode laser (60 W, 810 nm). The endoscopic ...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Ferri E,Armato E

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Opioid analgesics play an important part in the interdisciplinary management of head and neck cancer patients. Acute pain during the initial treatment period and chronic pain after treatment may be undertreated by head and neck surgeons because of unwarranted fear of the opioid side effects and toxicities. Properly us...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Thompson AR

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The receptor activator for nuclear factor-κB ligand (RANKL) and osteoprotegerin (OPG) are the key factors controlling the osteoclast and osteoblast action in the bone. PURPOSE:The study objective was to investigate the expression level of RANKL and OPG in cholesteatoma and granulation tissue, and to assess ...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Kuczkowski J,Sakowicz-Burkiewicz M,Iżycka-Świeszewska E

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Sir Charles Bell is renowned and revered as an outstanding surgeon, anatomist, clinician and teacher and his many contributions to various medical fields have been amply described. What are less well-known are his contributions to the field of laryngology. METHODS:Selected clinical and physiological publi...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Abemayor E

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE:Resident fatigue has become a point of emphasis in medical education and its effects on otolaryngology residents and their patients require further study. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of our study was to evaluate the prevalence and nature of fatigue in otolaryngology residents, evaluate various quality of life mea...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Nida AM,Googe BJ,Lewis AF,May WL

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The first case of the endoscopic intranasal excision of chondromyxoid fibroma as an outgrowth of the ethmoid bone is reported. This case appears to represent the second reported type of recurrence of CMF in the head and neck area and the second type of CMF originating in the ethmoid. ...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Isenberg SF

更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine differences in size of cochlear nerves among subjects with deafness due to connexin 26 (Cx26) mutations, subjects with deafness of unknown origin, and normal hearing subjects by sagittal high-resolution magnetic resonance (HRMR) imaging of the temporal bone. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Cross-sectional a...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Russo EE,Manolidis S,Morriss MC

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study is to determine the immediate effects of intraperitoneal doses of gentamicin (GM) which would result in variable degrees of destruction of crista ampullary hair cells of frogs. This information will serve as a baseline guide to cell regeneration experiments on the damaged vestibular sens...

journal_title：American journal of otolaryngology

authors： Bhattacharyya TK,Kumar A

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00