The Laryngoscope
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Effect of steroids for nasal polyposis surgery: A placebo-controlled, randomized, double-blind study.
Although medical intervention is the first option for treatment of nasal polyps, surgery is still a therapeutic option for symptomatic cases that do not respond or partially respond to medical intervention. However, there is a need for high-level evidence for the preoperative use of steroids in nasal polyposis surgery. We aimed to assess the perioperative effect of preoperative use of oral prednisolone for advanced-stage diffuse nasal polyposis. ⋯ 1b.
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Multicenter Study
Late tracheotomy is associated with higher morbidity and mortality in mechanically ventilated patients.
To determine whether the timing of tracheotomy placement impacts ventilation weaning status and mortality. ⋯ 4.