The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology
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Ann. Otol. Rhinol. Laryngol. · Jul 2019
Case ReportsIntraoperative Ultrasound for Localization and Removal of an Oropharyngeal Wire Grill-Brush Bristle.
This paper reports the utilization of intraoperative ultrasound in the removal of an accidentally ingested wire grill-brush bristle from the pharyngeal space of a child. ⋯ Intraoperative ultrasound serves as a useful tool to guide surgical removal of aerodigestive foreign bodies and may offer an opportunity to reduce the need for CT imaging.
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Ann. Otol. Rhinol. Laryngol. · Jul 2019
Evaluation of Swallow Function Post-Extubation: Is It Necessary to Wait 24 Hours?
Post-extubation dysphagia is associated with an increased incidence of nosocomial pneumonias, longer hospitalizations, and higher re-intubation rates. The purpose of this study was to determine if it is necessary to delay swallow evaluation for 24 hours post-extubation. ⋯ We found it is not necessary to delay assessment of swallowing in individuals who are post-extubation. Specifically, the majority of patients in our study (82.2%) passed a swallow screening at 1 hour post-extubation.