Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg · Jan 2003
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical TrialAn analysis of time and staff utilization for open versus percutaneous tracheostomies.
We examined staff utilization and procedure length for percutaneous and open bedside tracheostomies in an intensive care setting. ⋯ There was no significant difference in procedure length, resident time, or staff time between the 2 procedures. Ancillary staff was occasionally used but was not thought to be necessary for the majority of procedures. Both procedures can be safely and expediently performed in the ICU.
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Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg · Jan 2003
Comparative StudyThe role of hair shaving in skull base surgery.
We sought to evaluate surgical wound infection rates in patients undergoing skull base surgery without hair removal. ⋯ Skull base surgery without hair removal is safe and not associated with increased risk of wound infection. The method may prevent additional psychologic stress, promote restoration of the patient's self-image, and accelerate his or her return to normal life.