Ann Oto Rhinol Laryn
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Ann Oto Rhinol Laryn · Feb 2015
Comparative StudyTracheal size variability is associated with sex: implications for endotracheal tube selection.
Whereas selection of endotracheal tube (ETT) size in pediatric patients benefits from predictive nomograms, adult ETT sizing is relatively arbitrary. We sought to determine associations between cervical tracheal cross-sectional area (CTCSA) and clinical variables. ⋯ Our data suggest that selection of ETT size in male patients should include height as a predictive factor. For female patients, it may be appropriate to select a uniformly smaller diameter ETT size.
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Ann Oto Rhinol Laryn · Feb 2015
Case ReportsTransoral resection of stylopharyngeus calcification: a unique manifestation of a stylohyoid complex syndrome.
Eagle syndrome is often considered in the work-up of odynophagia and neck pain. Classically, this is manifested by ossification or calcification of the stylohyoid ligament or styloid process. There are no reported cases of stylopharyngeal calcification leading to these symptoms. ⋯ This is the first report of isolated stylopharyngeal calcification, and this unique manifestation of a stylohyoid complex syndrome should be considered in patients with symptoms of Eagle syndrome without styloid elongation.