Advances in the management of major airway collapse: the use of airway stents.

abstract：:This article presents the evolution of current office-based surgery of the larynx, focusing on the development of the tools and techniques for these ambulatory procedures, including laryngoscopy, bronchoscopy, esophagoscopy, and current office-based interventions. Additionally, a historical timeline is presented for t...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Clary MS,Courey MS

更新日期：2013-02-01 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：: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：: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：:Ultrasound, as a diagnostic modality, has been developing rapidly. High-resolution ultrasound machines have been reduced to the size of a laptop computer. Ultrasound can be adopted by otolaryngologists for use within the clinic and the operating room. Ultrasound offers several advantages to the pediatric patient popul...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Rooks VJ,Cable BB

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neurotologic and skull base surgery involves working around important neurovascular and neurotologic structures and can incur unwarranted complications. Knowledge of surgical anatomy, good preoperative planning, intraoperative monitoring, and excellent microsurgical technique contribute to minimizing and avoiding comp...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Liu JK,Saedi T,Delashaw JB Jr,McMenomey SO

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An understanding of the anatomy of the paranasal sinuses is essential for successful endoscopic sinus surgery. The anatomy of the sinuses is carefully described and illustrated. ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Becker SP

更新日期：1989-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a global disease affecting hundreds of millions internationally. Substantial pharmacologic gains have been made in the treatment of allergy, including antihistamines, steroids, and leukotriene inhibitors. Pharmacology and immunotherapy are the 2 primary choices in an otolaryngologist's armame...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Garbo G,Tessema B,Brown SM

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lymphatic malformations (LMs) occur in 2.8 to 5 per 100,000 live births. Most involve the head and neck and they are equally common in men and women. They are developmental anomalies of unknown cause, although recent evidence suggests that an upregulation of the mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) pathway may be a ca...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Waner M,O TM

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A patient seeking emergency treatment for a labyrinthine disorder is usually complaining of dizziness. The task at hand in the emergency room is, first, to rule out the truly life threatening emergent disorders, and then by means of a rapid but adequate history and physical examination to aid in the differentiation be...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Lindeman RC

更新日期：1979-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite innovations in surgical treatment of frontal sinus disease, medical therapy continues to be important. Preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative considerations are discussed. Diagnostic criteria, microbiology, and complications associated with frontal rhinosinusitis are also reviewed. ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Maccabee M,Hwang PH

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Computerized physician-order entry (CPOE) is a system of hardware and software through which a physician enters orders directly into a computer rather than writing them on paper. The advantages of CPOE include order legibility, improved response time, reduction in adverse drug reactions, reduced cost of care, and impr...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Foster RA,Antonelli PJ

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors present two case studies on pediatric nasal obstruction that highlight the consequences of a delayed diagnosis and the complexities of managing obstructed lesions in children. ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Kalish LH,Nogueira JF,Stamm AC

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Our experience has revealed the following: (1) TRT is applicable for all types of tinnitus, as well as for decreased sound tolerance, with significant improvement of tinnitus occurring in over 80% of the cases, and at least equal success rate for decreased sound tolerance. (2) TRT can provide cure for decreased sound ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Jastreboff PJ,Jastreboff MM

更新日期：2003-04-01 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：:Patients who have cleft lip or palate face significant lifelong communicative and aesthetic challenges and difficulties with deglutition. Management of patients who have orofacial clefting requires an understanding of the anatomy and pathophysiology associated with clefting and the developmental difficulties encounter...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Arosarena OA

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Minimally invasive sinus technique (MIST) is a targeted endoscopic intervention, introduced in 1994, with goals virtually identical to those originally reported for FESS but with distinct differences. The procedure, as outlined in the following section, is the only stepwise intranasal intervention with a defined begin...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Catalano PJ,Strouch M

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The retrosigmoid technique has evolved from the traditional suboccipital operation and, when combined with removal of the posterior wall of the internal auditory canal, affords a wide exposure of the cerebellopontine angle. This approach may be used for acoustic neuromas of all sizes, from intracanalicular to more tha...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Cohen NL

更新日期：1992-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The proper selection of allergen extracts is important in maintaining an efficient allergy practice. This article discusses pollen and mold spore selection, which may be relevant to an individual practitioner's testing survey. The selection of tree, grass, and weed pollen extracts depends on the location of the clinic...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Dzul AI

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Benign and malignant tumors, including polyps, represent conditions that occur frequently enough to be considered in the differential diagnosis of sinus disease. The locations and extent of these lesions (especially malignant tumors) should be evaluated by CT and MRI. This is especially indicated when malignant lesion...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Weber AL

更新日期：1988-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Minimally invasive procedures including neurotoxins, dermal fillers, deoxycholic acid, lasers, peels, and microneedling offer powerful, less permanent adjuncts to surgery that are highly effective in select patients. Injectables and skin resurfacing techniques target facial irregularities including wrinkles and fine l...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Devgan L,Singh P,Durairaj K

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The bone-anchored hearing aid (BAHA) was evaluated in 65 patients by comparing speech recognition and questionnaire results with those obtained with the patients' own previous hearing aids. In the majority of patients who previously used a conventional bone conductor, significantly improved speech recognition scores w...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Snik AF,Mylanus EA,Cremers CW

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The historical context for quality improvement is provided. Important differences are described between the two overarching types of databases: clinical registries and administrative databases. The pros and cons of each are provided as are examples of their utilization in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Schneider AL,Lavin JM

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a prevalent condition that is heterogeneous in disease characteristics and multifactorial in cause. Although sinonasal mucosal inflammation in CRS is often either reversible or well-managed medically and surgically, a significant proportion of patients has a refractory form of CRS despi...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Halderman A,Lane AP

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Understanding the variety of genetic disorders affecting the inner ear demands that we first comprehend the molecular mechanisms involved in its development. Mechanisms of development can best be understood by the study of mutant organisms. Progress in the study of mammalian development has been hampered by the diffic...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Friedman RA,Ryan AF

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cochlear implant is the first approved cranial nerve stimulator that works by directly stimulating the cochlear nerve. The medical and societal impact of this revolutionary device cannot be understated. This article reviews the evolving indications for cochlear implant, patient assessment, surgical approach, and outco...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Naples JG,Ruckenstein MJ

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The medical community is no exception when it comes to structural racism and implicit bias, often present in dangerously subtle ways. To enter a residency program in which one is the only black person seems odd, especially considering the decades-long calls to action for increasing diversity. Unless the societal major...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Flagg CA,Liu MF

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cancer of the ear is similar, in many respects, to cancer of other skin-covered parts of the body. The aggressive nature of malignancies involving the ear is often underestimated, resulting in initial undertreatment. Later, the price is paid when a much more extensive operation is required to exenterate the cancer. A ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Estrem SA,Renner GJ

更新日期：1993-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With an unknown or occult primary cancer, the clinical presentation can be either undiagnosed lump or lumps in the neck that has been biopsied and diagnosed as metastatic cancer on the basis of the histopathologic findings. ...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： DeSanto LW,Neel HB 3rd

更新日期：1985-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article summarizes major and minor complications following transoral robotic surgery in the head and neck. Overall, transoral robotic surgery is extremely safe; however, surgeons must recognize inherent risks associated with major and severe bleeding, dysphagia, and minor complications, including injury to nerves...

journal_title：Otolaryngologic clinics of North America

authors： Sethi RKV,Chen MM,Malloy KM

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00