Chronic frontal sinus disease.

abstract：:With increases in survivorship for patients with head and neck cancer, attention is turning to quality-of-life issues for survivors. Care for these patients is multifaceted. Dysphagia and issues of voice/speech, airway obstruction, neck and shoulder dysfunction, lymphedema, and pain control are important to address. R...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Jamal N,Ebersole B,Erman A,Chhetri D

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatric tracheal stenosis is a difficult problem that requires very careful preoperative evaluation and classification. Most forms of extrinsic compression are vascular in origin but can be associated with tracheomalacia, complete tracheal rings, and other anomalies of the aerodigestive tract. Optimally, both the va...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Rimell FL,Stool SE

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Plain films from the routine paranasal sinus examination are used to identify the area occupied by the ethmoid sinuses. Thin-section tomography in coronal and lateral projections illustrates the detailed ethmoid anatomy. These studies are used to illustrate the most common abnormalities of the ethmoid sinuses and demo...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Dolan KD

更新日期：1985-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A wide range of reconstructive options allows the ablative surgeon to resect tumors completely with wide margins. Wide resection is especially important because of the rich lymphatic drainage and submucosal spread seen with carcinomas in the hypopharyngeal area. Postoperative stenosis can be a difficult, recurring pro...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Couch ME

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The term Meniere's disease is used to define either the classic triad of vestibular and cochlear symptoms and aural pressure from known or unknown causes or its clinical variants, vestibular and cochlear Meniere's disease. Some variants evolve after years into typical forms, whereas others do not. Some symptoms (posit...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Mancini F,Catalani M,Carru M,Monti B

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The actinic keratotic lesion appearing on the sun-exposed skin of the middle-aged and elderly is a common premalignant lesion that infrequently becomes squamous cell carcinoma. Generally, superficially destructive measures provide adequate therapy for this epidermal dysplastic growth. Because of the rare threat of squ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Marks VJ

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The anatomy and physiology of the act of swallowing is complex. Because the swallowing mechanism matures with age, it is important to understand this maturation process from neonate to older child to appreciate the impact of this changing physiology on pediatric swallowing disorders. This article reviews the relevant ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Derkay CS,Schechter GL

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Assessment of the nose is critical in evaluating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) because the nose plays an important role in the physiology of sleep by regulating nasal airway resistance and stimulating ventilation. Nasal obstruction is common in sleep apnea, contributes to OSA, and interferes with tolerance of OSA trea...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Cai Y,Goldberg AN,Chang JL

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction of craniomaxillofacial defects caused by injury, tumor ablation, or congenital deformities can be accomplished by a variety of methods. Nonvascularized (free), vascularized (pedicled), and revascularized (microvascular) bone grafts have been employed for osseous restoration of the upper, mid, and lower ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Turk JB,Vuillemin T,Raveh J

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Various routes of immunotherapy (injection, intranasal, oral) using lyophilized, aqueous, glycerinated, and modified allergenic extracts have all produced blocking antibodies and symptomatic improvement. No single, empirical predetermined maintenance or optimal dose of allergenic extract right for every patient, can b...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Willoughby JW

更新日期：1992-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this article, various imaging modalities are discussed for evaluation of parotid disease, from congenital to inflammatory to neoplastic etiologies. Key imaging characteristics are outlined using case examples. Introduction to biological imaging is highlighted. Additionally, image-guided biopsy techniques are illust...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Prasad RS

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Humans use cognitive shortcuts, or heuristics, to quickly assess and respond to situations and data. When applied inappropriately, heuristics have the potential to redirect analysis of available information in consistent ways, creating systematic biases resulting in decision errors. Heuristics have greater effect in h...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Balakrishnan K,Arjmand EM

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are two undeniable attributes of radiotherapy: its value in controlling head and neck malignancies and the progressive damage it inflicts on all treated tissues. It is fortunate that over the past decade, we have developed techniques and treatments that counteract, at least in part, the negative effects of radio...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Costantino PD,Friedman CD,Steinberg MJ

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The allergic march is a progression of atopic disease from eczema to asthma, and then to allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. It appears to be caused by a regional allergic response with breakdown of the local epithelial barrier that initiates systemic allergic inflammation. Genetic and environmental factors predispose to de...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Gordon BR

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Advances in pediatric otology have provided new tools to diagnose and manage complex otologic disease. Diffusion-weighted MRI provides the surgeon with a tool to detect recurrent or residual cholesteatoma that may obviate a second look surgery. Surgical trends move toward less invasive surgery. The literature provides...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Luu K,Chi D,Kiyosaki KK,Chang KW

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Facial nerve dysfunction after resection of a vestibular schwannoma is one of the most common indications for facial nerve habilitation. This article presents an overview of common and emerging management options for facial habilitation following resection of a vestibular schwannoma. Immediate and delayed nerve repair...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Rudman KL,Rhee JS

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fanconi anemia (FA) is a rare disorder inherited in an autosomal recessive fashion, with an estimated incidence of 1:360,000 births. Although hematologic complications are the most common manifestation of this disease, cancers, especially of the head and neck, are also prominent. The chromosomal fragility of patients ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Lin J,Kutler DI

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Endoscopic endonasal skull base surgical techniques, initially developed in adult patients, are being utilized with increasing frequency in pediatric patients to treat sinonasal and skull base lesions. This article reviews the current state of endoscopic endonasal approaches to the skull base to both treat disease and...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Rastatter JC,Snyderman CH,Gardner PA,Alden TD,Tyler-Kabara E

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The endoscope has transformed the way we observe, understand, and treat chronic ear disease. Improved view, exclusive transcanal techniques, assessment of ventilation routes and mastoid tissue preservation have led to decreased morbidity and functional enhancement of minimally invasive reconstruction of the middle ear...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Anzola JF,Nogueira JF

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hearing loss produces a communication handicap which is not always predictable from audiometric results. Handicap questionnaires can be useful for identification of potential rehabilitation candidates. Hearing aids have been improved but cannot be expected to compensate for all the speech perception problems associate...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Riko K,Alberti PW

更新日期：1984-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Active auditory implants, such as the Maxum, provide significantly improved hearing function compared to hearing aids in patients with moderate to severe hearing loss who are not reaching their cochlear hearing potential. The speech perception gap (SPG), defined as PB Max (phonetically balanced maximum) minus word rec...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Chang CYJ

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article summarizes available evidence on various management options for vestibular schwannoma as they relate to the decision-making strategies used in selection. After a brief consideration of individual options, the literature directly comparing two or more management options is examined, noting the level of evi...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Sheth SA,Kwon CS,Barker FG 2nd

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article has presented suturing techniques and instrumentation and suggestions that we have found to be helpful in the management of facial soft tissue injuries. The reader is encouraged to practice suture and knot tying techniques on fresh pigfeet, which are readily accessible and inexpensive and approximate the ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Walike JW

更新日期：1979-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Six atypical case presentations of parotid tumors are presented along with solutions proposed by two experts on the topic. The differences and similarities of the opinions expressed are summarized and discussed by the editor. ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Friedman M,Rice DH,Spiro RH

更新日期：1986-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The evolution in thyroid function tests since the 1960s has improved the physician's proficiency in accurately identifying thyroid dysfunction in a patient with suspected thyroid disease. The mainstays of modern thyroid testing strategies are the serum TSH concentration and AMA (anti-TPO) titer. The TSH level serves a...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： LoPresti JS

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The most common primary tumors of the frontal sinus are osteomas and inverted papillomas, although a variety of other tumors involving this space have been reported. With the advent of new surgical techniques and instrumentation, an endoscopic approach to this region has become feasible. The preoperative assessment an...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Selleck AM,Desai D,Thorp BD,Ebert CS,Zanation AM

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Salivary gland preservation during treatment for obstructive duct and gland problems is a goal worth pursuing. Difficult cases may seem to be candidates for sialadenectomy. However, progress in endoscopic and open-surgical procedures can help the physician to find solutions that overcome difficult problems without rem...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Fritsch MH

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The main issue in the management of glottic squamous cell carcinoma, as for all cancers, is adequate disease control while optimizing functional outcomes and minimizing morbidity. This is true for early-stage disease as for advanced tumors. This article evaluates the current evidence for the diagnostic and pretherapeu...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Hartl DM

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A detailed and comprehensive discussion of transcanal endoscopic management of cholesteatoma is presented. After a presentation of the anatomy of the area, the rationale, advantages and limitations, technique, and long-term results of each technique are presented. A case presentation follows each technique. Techniques...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Tarabichi M,Nogueira JF,Marchioni D,Presutti L,Pothier DD,Ayache S

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bilateral vocal cord paralysis in children with its many causes presents a challenging problem to the pediatric otolaryngologist. Traditionally, management of bilateral vocal cord paralysis includes securing the airway with a tracheotomy and waiting for spontaneous recovery. Surgeons have tried a variety of surgical p...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Chen EY,Inglis AF Jr

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00