Ann Oto Rhinol Laryn
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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.
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Ann Oto Rhinol Laryn · Jan 2015
Case ReportsFacial cutaneous necrosis associated with suspected levamisole toxicity from tainted cocaine abuse.
This study aimed to illustrate the otorhinolaryngologic manifestations of levamisole toxicity and illuminate the features of this diagnosis. ⋯ Levamisole toxicity can frequently involve the ears, nose, and throat tissues. Otorhinolaryngologists should recognize these manifestations to expeditiously diagnose and manage this condition. Failure to do so promptly can lead to complications that may necessitate reconstructive or amputation surgery.
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Ann Oto Rhinol Laryn · Oct 2014
Operation airway: the first sustainable, multidisciplinary, pediatric airway surgical mission.
This study aimed to describe the development and implementation of the first sustainable, multidisciplinary, pediatric airway surgical mission in an underserved country. ⋯ We demonstrated the successful creation of the first mission stemming from a teaching institution with the goal of developing a sustainable, autonomous surgical airway program.
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Ann Oto Rhinol Laryn · Sep 2014
Preventing cuff rupture during tracheostomy: importance of endotracheal tube positioning.
The objective of our study is to describe the technique of distal endotracheal tube (ETT) positioning for avoiding cuff rupture and validate the technique in a virtual tracheostomy model. ⋯ Distal ETT positioning during tracheostomy should be considered for avoiding inadvertent ETT cuff rupture.
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Deconditioning and frailty may contribute to dysphagia and aspiration. Early identification of patients at risk of aspiration is important. Aspiration prevention would lead to reduced morbidity and health care costs. We therefore wondered whether objective measurements of frailty could help identify patients at risk for dysphagia and aspiration. ⋯ Nonambulatory status is a predictor of aspiration and should be included in risk assessments for dysphagia. The relationship between frailty and dysphagia deserves further investigation. Frailty assessments may help identify those at risk for complications of dysphagia.