The Laryngoscope
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Multicenter Study Clinical Trial
Outcome after one year of upper airway stimulation for obstructive sleep apnea in a multicenter German post-market study.
Upper airway stimulation (UAS) of the hypoglossal nerve has been implemented in the routine clinical practice for patients with moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who could not adhere to continuous positive airway pressure. This study reports objective and patient-reported outcome after 12 months of implantation. ⋯ 4. Laryngoscope, 128:509-515, 2018.
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Multicenter Study
Head and neck microvascular free flap reconstruction: An analysis of unplanned readmissions.
Unplanned readmissions within 30 days of surgery represent a significant marker for healthcare quality. Small institutional studies have described rates of readmission for patients undergoing head and neck free flap reconstruction. However, large, multi-institutional analyses have not previously been described. ⋯ 4. Laryngoscope, 2016 127:325-330, 2017.
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Multicenter Study Clinical Trial
Targeted hypoglossal nerve stimulation for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea: Six-month results.
This feasibility study was designed to show the preliminary safety and efficacy of targeted hypoglossal neurostimulation (THN), and to identify baseline predictors of successful therapy. ⋯ 2b Laryngoscope, 126:2618-2623, 2016.
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Multicenter Study
Rhinology and medical malpractice: An update of the medicolegal landscape of the last ten years.
Malpractice claims pertaining to rhinological procedures are a potentially important source of information that could be used to minimize the risk of future litigation and improve patient care. ⋯ Endoscopic sinus surgery remains the most commonly litigated rhinology procedure and has the potential to result in large payouts. Meticulous dissection, recognition of complications, and documentation of informed consent remain paramount for providing optimal patient care.
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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.