head and neck surgeons

<b/>The intracranial segment of the internal carotid artery located inside the skeleton structure of skull base or inside the skull has clear anatomical landmarks and fixed anatomical structure. However, the parapharyngeal segment of the internal carotid artery located outside the cranial is surrounded by soft tissues, lacks clear and recognizable anatomical landmarks and sometimes has anatomical variation, which is closely related to transnasal endoscopic surgery. Intraoperative accidental injury can lead to serious complications or even death...

Objective: To preliminarily study the practical value of Indocyanine green（ICG） molecular fluorescence imaging technology in nasal endoscopic tumor surgery. Methods: Five patients with tumors related to nasal sinuses, orbital wall and skull base in the Department of Otolaryngology head and Neck Surgery, General Hospital of Xinjiang Military Command from December 2022 to April 2023 were enrolled. Among them, 3 were benign tumors and 2 were malignant tumors. All patients underwent surgery under the guidance of ICG molecular fluorescence imaging...

BACKGROUND: Oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) is the surgical specialty concerned with the treatment of a broad range of conditions that affect the head, face, mouth, neck, and jaw. In Africa, there is a paucity of information about the specialist training available to aspiring African Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. OBJECTIVE: This paper aimed at shedding light on the available OMFS specialist training programmes and training pathways across Africa. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The authors searched on PubMed, AJOL, and Google Scholar using the keywords "Africa," "Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery," "Residency," "Postgraduate," and "Education" and the individual African countries in English and official languages from inception till July 11, 2022...

INTRODUCTION: Reconstructive procedures of the head, neck, and face after skin cancer resection are typically performed by surgeons trained in either ENT facial plastic surgery or plastic and reconstructive surgery. We analyzed a large national database to compare patient populations, practice, and outcomes of skin cancer reconstruction of the head, neck, and face performed by these 2 surgical specialties. METHODS: Cases were selected from the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program...

BACKGROUND: Gender inequity exists across national speakers at American Head and Neck Society (AHNS) conferences. This qualitative study explores potential causes of this disparity by surveying women invited to speak at AHNS between 2007 and 2019 and examining advice, resources, and meaningful actions from "those who made it." METHODS: An internet search for contact information for the 131 female AHNS was performed. An electronic survey was distributed via email...

BACKGROUND: Early oral feeding has been previously postulated to contribute to developing postoperative complications following head and neck reconstructive surgeries using free flaps. This study assessed the association between the timing of oral feeding (early vs. late) and postoperative complications and length of hospital stay among these patients. METHOD: PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane, and Web of Science were searched using terms such as "oral feeding" and "head or neck cancer...

Electric scooter (ES)-related injuries are increasing but poorly described. Clinicians need more information to be prepared for these patients. We supposed two prevalent patterns of patients: mildly injured (predominant upper-limb injuries) and severely injured (predominant head trauma). This study aims to understand the frequency of ES-related injuries and patients' characteristics despite the heterogeneity of data currently available. A systematic review with a proportion meta-analysis was conducted on studies with a multidisciplinary description of ES-related injuries in adult patients (PROSPERO-ID: CRD42022341241)...

DESIGN: This paper is a single-centre, double-blinded, prospective randomised control trial, comparing immediate vs delayed implant placement clinically and radiographically in patients with chronic periodontitis, specifically assessing the molar region. Seventy-four patients were recruited to the study over a one-year period, all of whom returned for follow up throughout the study. STUDY SELECTION: The study adhered to the principles outlined in the Declaration of Helsinki and obtained ethical approval from the affiliated University Hospital of Qingdao...

Introduction Septoplasty is a commonly performed surgery by otolaryngologists. This study examines the routine use of non-absorbable nasal packs in the postoperative period in Kuwait. Our aim is to assess the views of otolaryngologists in Kuwait regarding the routine use of non-absorbable nasal packing after septoplasty with or without turbinoplasty. Materials and methods A cross-sectional study, an anonymous survey, consisting of 10 questions, using Google Forms was conducted. It was distributed via WhatsApp and in person hard copies to otolaryngologists - head and neck surgeons in Kuwait...

BACKGROUND: Locking plates are widely used in open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) for proximal humeral fracture (PHF). However, the optimal surgical treatment of unstable, displaced PHF in elderly patients remains controversial. This study aimed to compare the radiological and clinical outcomes of surgical treatment of PHF in the elderly with locking plate (LP) alone and locking plate combined with 3D printed polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) prosthesis augmentation (LP-PA). METHODS: From May 2015 to April 2021, a total of 97 patients aged ≥ 60 years with acute unstable PHF who underwent osteosynthesis with either LP (46 patients) or LP-PA (51 patients) were retrospectively analyzed...

Acquired tracheobronchomalacia (ATBM) is a condition in which the tracheobronchial wall and cartilage progressively lose their rigidity, resulting in dynamic collapse during exhalation. In this report, we present a case of ATBM that developed following voice prosthesis implantation. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first documented case of such a condition in the medical English literature based on a PubMed search. A 63-year-old man was referred to National Kyushu Cancer Center in Japan with complaints of pharyngeal pain and a laryngeal tumor...

OBJECTIVE: To develop a convolutional neural network-based computer vision model to recognize and track 2 mastoidectomy surgical instruments-the drill and the suction-irrigator-from intraoperative video recordings of mastoidectomies. STUDY DESIGN: Technological development and model validation. SETTING: Academic center. METHODS: Ten 1-minute videos of mastoidectomies done for cochlear implantation by varying levels of resident surgeons were collected...

INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE: Capillary hemangioma of larynx can occur in both pediatric and adult population. However, epiglottic capillary hemangioma in adults is a very rare presentation. Its pathophysiological basis involves self limiting and self expanding vascularization and it is a characteristically well delineated benign mass. CASE PRESENTATION: Here we present a case of a 40-year-old female who presented with complaint of per oral bleed in spitting which was about a teaspoon in quantity since 1 month...

PURPOSE: 3- and 4-part proximal humeral fractures are frequently treated conservatively. This study aims to combine radiographic, and patient reported outcome data to identify factors leading to poor outcomes following conservative treatment. METHODS: A retrospective local database analysis identified 3- and 4-part fractures. Radiographic and functional outcomes including Oxford Shoulder Score (OSS), QuickDash (QD), Subjective Shoulder Score (SSV) and VAS pain scores were collected...

BACKGROUND: The availability of paid parental leave is an important factor for retention and wellness. The experiences of head and neck surgeons with parental leave have never been reported. METHODS: A survey was electronically distributed to head and neck subspecialty surgeons in the United States. Responses were collected and analyzed. RESULTS: Male surgeons had more children and took significantly less parental leave than women. Thirty percent of respondents reported that parental leave negatively impacted compensation, and 14% reported a delay in promotion due to leave, which impacted women more than men...

UNLABELLED: There is still equipoise for the routine use of intraoperative nerve monitoring (IONM) for thyroid surgeries; however, some surgeons tend to use it for various reasons. In our study, we did a national survey to assess the patterns and practice of the use of IONM among surgeons during thyroid surgery in India. A questionnaire survey was sent to surgeons (head and neck surgical oncologists, general surgical oncologists, endocrine surgeons and otolaryngologists) in different zones in India via email, and their responses were analysed...

OBJECTIVES: This study aims to assess the feasibility to perform transoral robotic surgery (TORS) with a new robotic platform, the Versius Surgical System (CMR Surgical, UK) in a preclinical cadaveric setting in accordance to stage 0 of the IDEAL-D framework. DESIGN: IDEAL stage 0 preclinical assessment of the Versius Robotic System in TORS in human cadavers. SETTING: All procedures were performed in a simulated operating theatre environment at a UK surgical training centre...

OBJECTIVE: The gold standard of oral cancer (OC) treatment is diagnostic confirmation by biopsy followed by surgical treatment. However, studies have shown that dentists have difficulty performing biopsies, dental students lack knowledge about OC, and surgeons do not always maintain a safe margin during tumor resection. To address this, biopsies and resections could be trained under realistic conditions outside the patient. The aim of this study was to develop and to validate a porcine pseudotumor model of the tongue...

BACKGROUND:  Oral cavity cancers requiring excision of the oral commissure and free flap reconstruction often requires commissuroplasty to manage oral incontinence. We aimed to evaluate the implications of primary versus delayed commissuroplasty on drooling, and interincisal distance outcomes in this cohort. METHODS:  A retrospective query of head and neck cancer patients operated by a single surgeon from 2017 to 2020 was performed. Patients were included if they underwent free flap reconstruction of the oral commissure, had an immediate or delayed commissuroplasty, and had 2 years of follow-up data including Thomas-Stonell and Greenberg drooling rating scales and interincisal distance measurements...

BACKGROUND: We investigated the outcomes of postoperative radiation therapy for olfactory neuroblastoma (ONB) and our cross-departmental collaboration to enhance the effectiveness of cancer treatment. METHODS: We retrospectively evaluated 22 patients with ONB who underwent postoperative radiotherapy after tumor resection. En bloc resection was performed; pathology specimens were prepared in coronal sections; and irradiation fields were determined after discussion with radiation oncologists, head and neck surgeons, and pathologists...