Multifocal Parotid Oncocytic Cystadenomatosis: A Rare Process that Can Mimic Malignancy. Head Neck Pathol. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Yue LE, Spaulding SL, Baik FM, Khorsandi A, Brandwein-Weber M, Urken ML Abstract Multifocal cystic oncocytosis (MCO) is a rare, benign process accounting for approximately 0.1% of salivary gland lesions. Salivary oncocytosis is characterized by multiple unencapsulated solid nodules of oncocytic cells derived from transformed...
Sat May 16, 2020 13:19
Soft Tissue Sepsis Places a Massive Burden on Regional and Tertiary Surgical Services in KZN Province South Africa. World J Surg. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Ehlers V, Kohler C, Di Rago N, Tefera A, Lutge E, Clarke D Abstract BACKGROUND: Frequently, surgical intervention is needed to treat soft tissue sepsis (STS). Ideally, most STS should be managed at the lowest level of surgical care close to the patient's home and a well-functioning surgical service...
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A dosimetric comparison of flattening filter free and conventional VMAT treatments for some common cancer sites. Phys Eng Sci Med. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Ronaldson JP, Bennett H, Roberts J, Ronaldson AJ, Cousins AT Abstract The aim of this study was to assess the potential for treating various common cancer sites with flattening filter free (FFF) rather than conventionally flattened (cFF) treatment plans considering both in-field and out-of-field...
Sat May 16, 2020 13:19
En Bloc Subtotal Temporal Bone Resection in a Case of Advanced Ear Cancer: 2-Dimensional Operative Video. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown). 2020 May 14;: Authors: Kimura H, Taniguchi M, Shinomiya H, Teshima M, Fujita Y, Hashikawa K, Nibu KI, Kohmura E Abstract Temporal bone cancer is extremely rare; thus, the optimal surgical strategy for advanced tumors, en bloc vs piecemeal resection, remain controversial. Some authors have favored piecemeal resection...
Sat May 16, 2020 13:19
Infiltrating immune cells are associated with radiosensitivity and favorable survival in head and neck cancer treated with definitive radiotherapy. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol. 2020 May 11;: Authors: Fiedler M, Weber F, Hautmann MG, Bohr C, Reichert TE, Ettl T Abstract OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of CD4+, CD8+ and Forkhead box protein 3 (FoxP3+) tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes, as well as CD1a+...
Sat May 16, 2020 13:19
Safe tracheotomy for patients with COVID-19. Am J Otolaryngol. 2020 May 07;:102533 Authors: Botti C, Lusetti F, Castellucci A, Costantini M, Ghidini A Abstract Patients affected by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 disease (COVID-19) with respiratory distress may need invasive mechanical ventilation for a long period of time. Head and neck surgeons are becoming increasingly involved in the care of COVID-19 patients because of the rapidly...
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Management of presbyphonia: A systematic review of the efficacy of surgical intervention. Am J Otolaryngol. 2020 May 05;:102532 Authors: Brown HJ, Zhou D, Husain IA Abstract OBJECTIVE: The aging larynx undergoes structural changes that have functional consequences for voice production known as presbyphonia. Treatment of presbyphonia includes voice therapy and surgery. This review seeks to examine voice outcomes after surgery for presbyphonia. ...
Sat May 16, 2020 13:19
An unusual cause of a common presentation: a case of metastatic basal cell carcinoma. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2020 May 11;: Authors: Hankinson P, Collins LHC, Nusrath M, Al-Omari A, Khurram SA Abstract Metastasis of basal cell carcinoma is exceedingly rare and usually not considered in the differential diagnosis of neck lumps. We present a case highlighting the importance of a thorough history and consideration of metastatic basal cell carcinoma...
Sat May 16, 2020 13:19
Implications from cochlear implant insertion for cochlear mechanics. Cochlear Implants Int. 2020 May 14;:1-3 Authors: Kaufmann-Yehezkely M, Perez R, Sohmer H Abstract It is usually thought that the displacements of the two inner ear windows induced by sound stimuli lead to pressure differences across the basilar membrane and to a passive mechanical traveling wave progressing along the membrane. However, opening a hole in the sealed inner ear wall...
Sat May 16, 2020 13:19
Novel Splice Site Pathogenic Variant of EFTUD2 Is Associated with Mandibulofacial Dysostosis with Microcephaly and Extracranial Symptoms in Korea. Diagnostics (Basel). 2020 May 12;10(5): Authors: Kim SY, Lee DH, Han JH, Choi BY Abstract Elongation factor Tu guanosine-5'-triphosphate (GTP) binding domain containing 2 (EFTUD2) encodes a major component of the spliceosomal GTPase and, if mutated, causes mandibulofacial dysostosis with microcephaly (MFDM;...
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Related ArticlesEmerging Trends, Techniques, and Technologies in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2019 Aug;27(3):xiii-xiv Authors: Bloom JD PMID: 31280859 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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Related ArticlesEmerging Trends, Techniques, and Technologies in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2019 Aug;27(3):xi Authors: Thomas JR PMID: 31280858 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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Head and Neck Microsurgeon Practice Patterns and Perceptions Regarding Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis. J Reconstr Microsurg. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Venkatesh KP, Ambani SW, Arakelians ARL, Johnson JT, Solari MG Abstract BACKGROUND: Patients undergoing head and neck (H&N) microvascular reconstruction comprise a population at high risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE). Free flap and VTE thromboprophylaxis may coincide but tend to vary from...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Orbital complications of acute bacterial rhinosinusitis in the pediatric population: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2020 May 06;135:110078 Authors: Zhao EE, Koochakzadeh S, Nguyen SA, Yoo F, Pecha P, Schlosser RJ Abstract OBJECTIVES: Assess characteristics and outcomes of orbital complications of acute bacterial rhinosinusitis (ABRS) in the pediatric population and evaluate trends over time. METHODS:...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Cold versus hot adenoidectomy: A prospective, randomized controlled trial. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2020 May 05;135:110087 Authors: Na'ara S, Sayegh W, Nassar W, Shinnawi S, Gil Z, Gordin A Abstract OBJECTIVE: Adenoidectomy can be performed using the cold method (mainly adenoid curettes) or the hot method (suction diathermy). Both techniques have similar intra and postoperative outcomes. However, the long-term clinical outcome of improving...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Identification of nsSNPs of transcription factor E2F1 predisposing individuals to lung cancer and head and neck cancer. Mutat Res. 2020 May 04;821:111704 Authors: Singh S, Yennamalli RM, Gupta M, Changotra H Abstract E2Fs transcription factors family is involved in the G1/S transition and DNA replication and their deregulated expression have been reported in various human cancers. Studies have shown that the genetic variants of E2F1 family members...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
A combinatorial strategy for overcoming primary and acquired resistance of MEK inhibition in colorectal cancer. Exp Cell Res. 2020 May 11;:112060 Authors: Chen J, Dai J, Kang Z, Yang T, Zhao Q, Zheng J, Zhang X, Zhang J, Xu J, Sun G, Yang L, Yang T Abstract Compared with traditional chemotherapeutic drugs, targeted therapeutic medicine has the advantages of high efficacy and less toxic side effects. However, in clinical practice for treatment of...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Estrogen Replacement Reduces Hearing Threshold Shifts and Cochlear Hair Cell Loss After Acoustic Overexposure in Ovariectomized Rats. Clin Exp Otorhinolaryngol. 2020 May 15;: Authors: Kim MT, Lee JH, Carpena NT, Lee MY, Chung PS, Jung JY Abstract Objectives: The relationship of estrogen (the primary female sex hormone) with hearing function has been studied in both humans and animals. However, whether estrogen levels affect hearing remains uncertain....
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Strain-Specific Differences in House Dust Mite (Dermatophagoides farinae)-Induced Mouse Models of Allergic Rhinitis. Clin Exp Otorhinolaryngol. 2020 May 15;: Authors: Lee KI, Bae JS, Kim EH, Kim JH, Lyu L, Chung YJ, Mo JH Abstract Objectives: Limited information is available regarding strain-related differences in mouse models of allergic rhinitis induced by Dermatophagoides farinae (Der f1). In this study, we compared differences between two mouse...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Patient characteristics of suspected mast-cell activation syndrome with sinonasal obstruction: a single institution experience. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Kim JH, Xi S, Ference EH, Ge M, Liu MM, Wrobel BB Abstract BACKGROUND: Mast-cell activation syndrome (MCAS) is increasingly recognized. Sinonasal obstruction is common among these patients. There is a paucity of literature describing the characteristics of MCAS and treatment...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Altered hydroxymethylation in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and keratoacanthoma. Br J Dermatol. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Gambichler T, Steuke AK, Schmitz L, Stockfleth E, Becker JC Abstract We studied formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded tissue of patients with cSCC, AK, and KA. We included only lesions that were located on the head and neck region. The study was approved by the ethics review board of the Ruhr-University Bochum (#16-5985). For...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Lynch vs transcaruncular approach: optimizing access to the lateral frontal sinus. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Husain Q, Banks C, Bleier BS Abstract BACKGROUND: Visualization and instrumentation of the frontal sinus is not always possible with a Draf III or modified endoscopic Lothrop procedure (MELP), and external incisions can help augment exposure. We compare lateral frontal sinus access using only a MELP compared to the adjunctive...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Quality of Life With Pembrolizumab for Recurrent/Metastatic Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma: KEYNOTE-040. J Natl Cancer Inst. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Harrington KJ, Soulières D, Tourneau CL, Dinis J, Licitra LF, Ahn MJ, Soria A, Machiels JH, Mach N, Mehra R, Burtness B, Ellison MC, Cheng JD, Chirovsky DR, Swaby RF, Cohen EEW Abstract BACKGROUND: Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) affects health-related quality of life (HRQoL); few...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Degree of Self-Reported Facial Impairment Correlates with Social Impairment in Individuals with Facial Paralysis and Synkinesis. Facial Plast Surg Aesthet Med. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Krane NA, Genther D, Weierich K, Hanseler H, Liu SW, Mowery A, Loyo M Abstract Importance: Facial paralysis leads to both aesthetic and functional deficits placing patients at risk for sociopsychological sequelae and social impairment. Objective: To examine the effect...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Immunoavidity-based Capture of Tumor Exosomes using Poly(amidoamine) Dendrimer Surfaces. Nano Lett. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Poellmann MJ, Nair A, Bu J, Kim JKH, Kimple RJ, Hong S Abstract Tumor-derived blood-circulating exosomes have potential as a biomarker to greatly improve cancer treatment. However, effective isolation of exosomes remains a tremendous technical challenge. This study presents a novel nanostructured polymer surface for highly effective...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Post Heart Transplantation Lymphoproliferative Diseases (PLDs) and the diagnostic role of [18f] FDG- PET/CT. Minerva Med. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Sica A, De Rimini ML, Sagnelli C, Casale B, Spada A, Reginelli A, Amarelli C, Maiello C, Belfiore MP, Massimiliano C, Ciccozzi M, Sagnelli E, Troiani T, Cappabianca S Abstract INTRODUCTION: The incidence of cancer is higher in transplant patients than in the normal population, mostly due to the assumption...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Rate of locoregional recurrence among patients with oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma with known HPV status: a systematic review. Acta Oncol. 2020 May 14;:1-6 Authors: Asheer J, Jensen JS, Grønhøj C, Jakobsen KK, Buchwald CV Abstract Background: We aimed to review systematically the literature on locoregional recurrence rates in patients with HPV-positive and -negative oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC).Methods: PubMed and Embase databases...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Diagnostic Accuracy of Lateral Neck Radiography for Esophageal Foreign Bodies in Adults. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2020 May 14;:1-7 Authors: Luo CM, Lee YC Abstract OBJECTIVE. The objective of our study was to evaluate the accuracy of signs on lateral neck radiography for the assessment of patients with suspected esophageal foreign bodies (FBs). MATERIALS AND METHODS. This retrospective study was conducted of 235 adult patients between January 2012 and...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
In Situ Magnetic Control of Macroscale Nanoligand Density Regulates the Adhesion and Differentiation of Stem Cells. Nano Lett. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Khatua C, Min S, Jung HJ, Shin JE, Li N, Jun I, Liu HW, Bae G, Choi H, Ko MJ, Jeon YS, Kim YJ, Lee J, Ko M, Shim G, Shin H, Lee S, Chung S, Kim YK, Song JJ, Dravid VP, Kang H Abstract Developing materials with remote controllability of macroscale ligand presentation can mimic extracellular matrix (ECM)...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Australian contribution to global otolaryngology research: 2008-2018. ANZ J Surg. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Seah YGJ, Bonnici A, Carney AS Abstract BACKGROUND: Obtaining research funding in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (ORL-HNS) can be challenging. In this paper, an analysis of research output in ORL-HNS in Australia and worldwide between 2008 and 2018 was conducted and then adjusted for the number of specialist surgeons in each country. ...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Significant association between host transcriptome-derived HPV oncogene E6* influence score and carcinogenic pathways, tumor size, and survival in head and neck cancer. Head Neck. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Qin T, Koneva LA, Liu Y, Zhang Y, Arthur AE, Zarins KR, Carey TE, Chepeha D, Wolf GT, Rozek LS, Sartor MA Abstract BACKGROUND: Human papillomavirus (HPV) oncogenes E6, E7, and shorter isoforms of E6 (E6*) are known carcinogenic factors in head and...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Odor Sensitivity Versus Odor Identification in Older US Adults: Associations With Cognition, Age, Gender, and Race. Chem Senses. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Xu L, Liu J, Wroblewski KE, McClintock MK, Pinto JM Abstract The ability to identify odors predicts morbidity, mortality, and quality of life. It varies by age, gender, and race and is used in the vast majority of survey and clinical literature. However, odor identification relies heavily on cognition....
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Management of palatal myoclonic tinnitus based on clinical characteristics: a large case series study. Acta Otolaryngol. 2020 May 14;:1-5 Authors: Park JM, Kim WJ, Han JS, Park SY, Park SN Abstract Background: Palatal myoclonic tinnitus (PMT) is a rare otological condition caused by rhythmic contractions of soft palate muscles. Due to its rarity, only a few case series studies have been reported in the literature at the present time.Aims: This large...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Feasibility of Early Discharge after Open Hypopharyngeal Surgery for Dysphagia. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 2020 May 14;:3489420916216 Authors: Patel J, Spiegel J, Topf MC, Boon M, Huntley C Abstract OBJECTIVE: To determine the rate of surgical complications, unplanned readmission, and functional status after open hypopharyngeal surgery for dysphagia with early return to oral diet and hospital discharge. METHODS: Retrospective chart review...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
A comparison study of audiological outcome and compliance of bone conduction implantable hearing implants. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2020 May 13;: Authors: Han JJ, Park HR, Song JJ, Koo JW, Choi BY Abstract PURPOSE: The present study aimed to evaluate and compare the outcome of different bone conduction hearing implants (BCHIs) in subjects with mixed hearing loss (MHL) and single-sided deafness (SSD) in terms of audiometric results and compliance....
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Study of Essential and Toxic Metal Imbalances in the Scalp Hair of Thyroid Cancer Patients in Comparison with Healthy Donors. Biol Trace Elem Res. 2020 May 14;: Authors: Bibi K, Shah MH Abstract Thyroid cancer is among the most common type of head and neck cancer; diet, age, gender and environmental factors play vital roles in its malignancy. The present study was carried out to assess the imbalances in the contents of trace metals due to onset and...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
Hyperprogression and impact of tumor growth kinetics after PD1/PDL1 inhibition in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. Oncotarget. 2020 May 05;11(18):1618-1628 Authors: Karabajakian A, Garrivier T, Crozes C, Gadot N, Blay JY, Bérard F, Céruse P, Zrounba P, Saintigny P, Mastier C, Fayette J Abstract Background: Hyperprogressive disease (HPD) rate in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors...
Fri May 15, 2020 13:09
CORONA-steps for tracheotomy in COVID-19 patients: a staff-safe method for airway management. Oral Oncol. 2020 May 13;:104796 Authors: Piccin O, D'Alessio P, Mattucci G, De Santi G, Abeshi A PMID: 32405251 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
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Comment on "Practice Recommendations for Risk-Adapted Head and Neck Cancer Radiotherapy During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An ASTRO-ESTRO Consensus Statement". Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2020 May 13;: Authors: Gupta T, Agarwal JP, Bentzen SM PMID: 32405141 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
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