Head & neck
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This retrospective study evaluates the efficacy of gabapentin for the treatment of pain syndrome related to radiation-induced mucositis in patients with head and neck tumors. ⋯ Gabapentin appears promising in reducing the need for narcotic pain medication for patients with head and neck malignancies treated with IMRT and should be further evaluated prospectively in controlled clinical trials.
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Comparative Study
Adopting the operating microscope in thyroid surgery: safety, efficiency, and ergonomics.
Our aim was to assess the safety and efficiency of operating microscope use by surgeons in thyroid surgery to reduce static neck flexion. ⋯ The use of an operating microscope during thyroidectomy is safe with modest increases in surgical time.