The Laryngoscope
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The larynx is susceptible to irradiation, which causes significant vocal fold (VF) edema and dehydration shortly after radiotherapy for head and neck cancers. However little is known about radiation-induced damage to VF liquid homeostasis. To evaluate the effects of irradiation on VF hydration and lubrication, we investigated changes in water transporters (aquaporins [AQPs]) and mucin production in vivo and ex vivo, as well as morphometric changes in the laryngeal mucosa and glands of irradiated rat larynges. ⋯ N/A.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
A randomized controlled trial of simulation-based training for ear, nose, and throat emergencies.
Life-threatening ear, nose, and throat (ENT) emergencies are uncommon but require immediate skilled management. We investigated if traditional lecture-based teaching can be improved by a simulation and lecture hybrid approach. ⋯ 1b
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Intraoperative acupuncture for posttonsillectomy pain: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
To evaluate the effect of intraoperative acupuncture on posttonsillectomy pain in the pediatric population. ⋯ 1b.
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Multicenter Study
Complications and mortality following surgery for oral cavity cancer: analysis of 408 cases.
To analyze the postoperative complications and mortality for oral cavity cancers, their time course, and to identify modifiable risk factors associated with their occurrence. ⋯ 4.
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Review Case Reports
Unusual airway complication after percutaneous tracheotomy: case report and literature review.
We report a case of a 59-year-old male who experienced tracheoesophageal fistula and grade IV subglottic stenosis after percutaneous dilation tracheotomy. Although percutaneous tracheotomy is considered a safe procedure that is often performed in the intensive care unit setting, it is not without complications. While subglottic stenosis and tracheoesophageal fistula are known complications of percutaneous tracheotomy, this report discusses a patient who experienced both complications simultaneously. The purpose of this report is to discuss potential serious complications of percutaneous tracheotomy and their management, and to review the literature on percutaneous tracheotomy complications. ⋯ NA