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This retrospective study compares awake loco-regional anesthesia with sedation (AIM) against general anesthesia for head and neck free flap reconstruction, demonstrating AIM’s safety, reduced operative time, and lower ICU use in frail
This review synthesizes evidence linking hearing loss to regional brain amyloid deposition, highlighting recent in vivo PET findings, meta-analytic data on AD neuropathology, and amyloid-related inner ear pathology, discussing potential mec
Nasal septal perforation repair requires a tailored surgical approach based on perforation characteristics, with mucosal advancement flaps effective for small defects and pedicled flaps for larger or complex cases. Optimizing modifiable pat
This study demonstrates that intraoperative recurrent laryngeal nerve monitoring during thyroid surgery is independently associated with reduced postoperative airway complications, especially benefiting high-risk patients with significant c
A pilot study reveals that structured professional coaching can significantly improve self-compassion and reduce burnout and impostor syndrome among academic otolaryngologists, highlighting its potential for clinician wellness enhancement.
A new tracheostomy-specific risk-tier system improves outcome prediction in pediatric tracheostomy hospitalizations compared with traditional severity metrics, offering better benchmarking for clinical care across institutions.
This study evaluates the long-term improvement in swallowing function among children following surgical repair of Type I laryngeal cleft, demonstrating continued recovery across swallowing phases over several years.
Low arousal threshold (ArTH) in obstructive sleep apnea patients predicts progressive disengagement from hypoglossal nerve stimulation therapy, underscoring the importance of preoperative ArTH assessment for personalized adherence strategie
This study analyzes how the length of unaided deafness affects speech perception after cochlear implantation, revealing slower early gains in long-term deaf individuals but comparable outcomes at one year, with pre-operative hearing status
Injection of botulinum toxin into the supraglottic region significantly reduces symptoms of laryngeal sensory dysfunction by targeting vagal nerve hypersensitivity, improving throat irritation without harming voice function.
A study assessing the diagnostic accuracy and clinical net benefit of visual parathyroid gland identification during thyroidectomy reveals limited specificity and highlights the need for adjunctive validation methods to enhance gland preser
The Radix High Spreader Graft technique enhances nasal dorsal alignment and radix height by anchoring cartilage grafts into precise osseous grooves, offering improved structural support and cosmetic outcomes, especially in complex rhinoplas
This study reveals a significant decline in pediatric otitis media with effusion surgeries during COVID-19 in Japan, except among high-risk groups, highlighting differing drivers of disease and guiding surgical prioritization in crises.
This retrospective study found no significant seasonal variation in pediatric epistaxis referrals and management, challenging the common belief that nosebleeds peak in dry, winter months and suggesting year-round patient counseling.
This retrospective study highlights the risk of airway complications and mortality in laryngeal chondrosarcoma patients managed with function-preserving surgery, emphasizing the need for vigilant surveillance and tailored treatments.
This study evaluates the development, implementation, and performance of EHR-integrated synoptic operative reporting templates in head and neck cancer surgery, highlighting improved documentation quality and variable adherence.
A novel real-time model accurately classifies functional laryngeal behaviors from videolaryngoscopy data, enhancing clinical assessment and automation potential for voice disorder diagnostics.
Frailty negatively impacts swallowing improvement after UES surgery for cricopharyngeus muscle dysfunction, with nonfrail patients experiencing greater benefits. Frailty assessment aids preoperative planning without excluding patients from
This study reveals distinct histopathologic features in chronic rhinosinusitis patients with intranasal substance use, highlighting increased neutrophilic inflammation and epithelial remodeling, underscoring the need for targeted clinical a
Lymphovascular invasion independently predicts worse overall survival in surgically treated laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma, influencing postoperative risk stratification and adjuvant therapy decisions.
