The Laryngoscope
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Shikani Optical Stylet for Awake Nasal Intubation in Patients Undergoing Head and Neck Surgery.
To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the Shikani optical stylet (SOS) versus fiberoptic bronchoscope (FOB) for awake nasal intubation in head and neck surgery patients with an anticipated difficult airway. ⋯ 2 Laryngoscope, 131:319-325, 2021.
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Each year, the Triological Society awards several Research Career Development Awards (CDAs) to support early-career otolaryngologists. The objective of this study was to evaluate academic outcomes of CDA recipients including National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding acquisition and h-index. A secondary objective was to appraise gender differences in outcomes among awardees. ⋯ NA Laryngoscope, 131:288-293, 2021.
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Spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks represent a unique subset of skull base pathology and require distinctive management. Perioperative evaluation and management of intracranial hypertension are essential in preventing further erosion of the skull base and development of recurrent leak. The objective of this study is to evaluate the safety and utility of an expedited protocol for recording and managing intracranial hypertension following endoscopic repair of spontaneous CSF leaks. ⋯ III Laryngoscope, 131:E408-E412, 2021.
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Comparative Study Observational Study
Continuous Laryngeal Adductor Reflex Versus Intermittent Nerve Monitoring in Neck Endocrine Surgery.
Intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) techniques aim to identify and potentially prevent nerve injury during surgeries. Prior studies into the efficacy of recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN) IONM convey mixed results, with some claiming equivalence between IONM and no monitoring at all. The goal of the current study was to compare continuous RLN monitoring using the laryngeal adductor reflex (LAR) to intermittent RLN monitoring (intermittent IONM) to determine whether continuous monitoring reduces the incidence of intraoperative RLN injury during neck endocrine surgeries. ⋯ 3 Laryngoscope, 131:230-236, 2021.
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Multicenter Study
Management and Outcomes of Button Batteries in the Aerodigestive Tract: A Multi-institutional Study.
To describe the clinical presentation, management, and complications associated with button battery impaction in the aerodigestive tract in children. ⋯ 4 Laryngoscope, 131:E298-E306, 2021.