Publicly Available Databases in Otolaryngology Quality Improvement.

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：:Osseointegrated auditory devices (OADs) are hearing devices that use an external receiver/processor that stimulates bone conduction of sound via a titanium prosthesis that is drilled into the bone of the cranium. Since their introduction in 1977, OADs have undergone substantial evolution, including changes in manufact...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Ghossaini SN,Roehm PC

更新日期：2019-04-01 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：:Voice-limiting pharyngoesophageal spasm presents a challenge to the surgeon who is trying to optimize functional voice outcomes in the laryngectomy patient. Modified closure techniques, adjunctive myotomy, and pharyngeal plexus neurectomy have the ability to improve or prevent pharyngoesophageal spasm. Attempts to max...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Bayles SW,Deschler DG

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cross-sectional imaging plays an important role in the evaluation of the retropharyngeal space (RPS) and the prevertebral space (PVS). Because of their deep location within the neck, lesions arising within these spaces are difficult, if not impossible, to evaluate on clinical examination. This article details the cros...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Debnam JM,Guha-Thakurta N

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A good rhinoplasty surgeon attempts to enhance nasal performance through airway and appearance improvement. The great rhinoplasty surgeon routinely improves not only nasal performance but endeavors to achieve a higher level of overall facial aesthetic enhancement by manipulating the surgical illusions of the face. Thi...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Younger RA

更新日期：1999-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic airway obstruction usually has an insidious onset. It is often difficult to diagnose unless the patient is examined by a physician familiar with the problem and causes. Potential causes can be divided into infectious, inflammatory, traumatic, and neoplastic. Although the precise incidence of each category is u...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Courey MS

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article provides a concise review of contemporary options for evaluating voice disorders. Focus is given to patient history and patient-derived voice handicap and quality of life assessments, clinician-derived perceptual analysis of voice, and finally flexible and rigid, high-definition laryngoscopy with videostr...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Reghunathan S,Bryson PC

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Sewall-Boyden flap, as used to reconstruct a frontal recess after frontoethmoidectomy, is conceptually similar to the endoscopic Lothrop procedure for surgical access to the frontal sinus. The operative technique, indications, and philosophy are presented in this article. ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Murr AH,Dedo HH

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are several advances in diagnosis and management for the otolaryngologist treating allergy. These include new technologies and the refinement of current techniques, and reflect overall trends in health care toward personalized medicine. Local immunoglobulin, urinary leukotriene E4, lipidomics, microRNA within ex...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Marino MJ,Luong AU

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neoplasms of the nasopharynx are rare in children, but they threaten the child's life when they do occur. The nasopharynx tends to harbor dysontogenetic neoplasms. After classification into benign and malignant groups, nasopharyngeal neoplasms in children can be further characterized according to the age of the patien...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Snow JB Jr

更新日期：1977-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients presenting with orbital inflammation must be diagnosed promptly and treated aggressively. Appropriate therapy is based on the specific diagnosis and is highly effective and rewarding. ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Goodwin WJ Jr

更新日期：1988-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Community noise is reported to be the most often mentioned undesirable neighborhood condition in a recent U.S. Census survey. Understanding community response to noise involves the measurement of a number of complex acoustic and nonacoustic variables and establishing the chain of relationships between physical exposur...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Borsky PN

更新日期：1979-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The results of this study and others document the biologic behavior of acoustic neuromas. In view of the evidence presented, which describes both variable rates of individual tumor growth and spontaneous regression in size, it would seem prudent that before selecting a nonsurgical treatment modality, the growth rate f...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Nedzelski JM,Schessel DA,Pfleiderer A,Kassel EE,Rowed DW

更新日期：1992-06-01 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：:Approximately 300 fungal species are known to cause mycotic disease in humans and other animals. More than 50 of these species are documented as agents of rhinosinusitis. Most such infections are caused by species of Aspergillus, Rhizopus, Alternaria, Bipolaris, and Curvularia. A growing number, however, has been attr...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Schell WA

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The nasal septum is a structure poorly understood and appreciated by the lay public and the nonotolaryngologist--head and neck surgeon alike. Deviation of the caudal portion of the nasal septum may result in nasal obstruction, a crooked nose, and columellar irregularities. The correction of a severely deviated caudal ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Haack J,Papel ID

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The preferred antibiotic treatment for tonsillar and peritonsillar infections remains high dosages of penicillin. Peritonsillar swelling can be probed by needle aspiration. Where necessary, immediate incision and drainage of an abscess can be achieved. Quinsy tonsillectomy may be carried out for the best abscess expos...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Hardingham M

更新日期：1987-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Telemedicine or the electronic transmission of medical data has become an even more important part of medical practice with developing technology. How to best use this technology to enhance and empower both physician and patient is the challenge. What is there, what is coming, and thoughts regarding how otolaryngologi...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Hutchinson JR

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Partially implantable electromagnetic hearing aids have several potential advantages over conventional hearing aids. As conventional hearing aids improve in the quality of sound they deliver, however, the role of implant aids must be redefined. One area where they may provide the most benefit is in patients with moder...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Goode RL

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nonsquamous cell tumors of the head and neck can be reliably identified and often accurately diagnosed by proper state of the art radiologic assessment. For optimal diagnostic and preoperative work-up of head and neck lesions, complete radiologic analysis is now essential. ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Mafee MF,Langer B,Valvassori GE,Soboroff BJ,Friedman M

更新日期：1986-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Frontal recess dissection proposes many challenges to the surgeon. These challenges stem from its highly variable nature, small caliber, difficult visualization, and proximity to vital structures such as the skull base and orbit. As such, delicate mucosal-sparing dissection of the frontal recess with proper instrument...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Tajudeen BA,Adappa ND

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although the presence of a real or potential cervical spine injury limits the options for emergency airway management, many choices still remain. The otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon frequently is called on to treat patients with airway emergencies; therefore, familiarity with the risk of spinal cord damage and ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Kellman R

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In summary, autogenous tissue remains the authors' preferred method of augmenting the nasal dorsum. Some authors have tried Supramid mesh, which tends to resorb. Mersilene seems to resist resorption and has been used with notable success. Silicone has had variable success but, because of bad publicity and the possibil...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Staffel G,Shockley W

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective measurement of vocal function, e.g., acoustical analysis, is emerging as a necessity in clinical practice. Voice data assist in determining the diagnosis and prognosis of many voice disorder patients and provide documentation of the vocal quality before, during, and after treatment. ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Bless DM

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of cryosurgery in the treatment of tonsil disease is an unresolved issue. Initial favorable reports failed to provide the necessary incentives for larger well-controlled studies. Bacteriologic and immunologic response to the cryosurgical treatment of tonsils remains unclear. Without appropriate studies, cryos...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Principato JJ

更新日期：1987-05-01 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：:Otosclerosis surgery is performed through a transcanal approach and requires long, thin instruments with submillimetric precision and precise amplitude of motion. The functional outcomes and complications of otosclerosis surgery depend on the experience of the surgeon. Thus, any technological assistance that can enhan...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Nguyen Y,Bernardeschi D,Sterkers O

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Auditory brainstem implants (ABIs) provide auditory perception in patients with profound hearing loss who are not candidates for the cochlear implant (CI) because of anatomic constraints or failed CI surgery. Herein, the authors discuss (1) preoperative evaluation of pediatric ABI candidates, (2) surgical approaches, ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Puram SV,Lee DJ

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Together, these tests provide a full evaluation of vestibular function in infants and small children. If attention is paid to creating the appropriate testing environment, and interpretation of the tests takes into account the unique properties of the responses of infants and young children, this testing can provide a...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Phillips JO,Backous DD

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00