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Imaging acute thermal burns by photoacoustic microscopy [PDF]

open access: yes, 2006
The clinical significance of a burn depends on the percentage of total body involved and the depth of the burn. Hence a noninvasive method that is able to evaluate burn depth would be of great help in clinical evaluation.
Maslov, Konstantin   +3 more
core   +1 more source

Comparison of Harmonic scalpel and monopolar cautery for capsulectomy at the second stage of expander/implant breast reconstruction

open access: yesArchives of Plastic Surgery, 2020
Background Capsular contracture is a common complication of two-stage expander/implant breast reconstruction. To minimize the risk of this complication, capsulectomy is performed using monopolar cautery or ultrasonic surgical instrumentation, the latter
Ki Jae Kim   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Association Between Postoperative NSAID Use and Bleeding Following Transoral Robotic Surgery

open access: yesOtolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To evaluate the safety and outcomes of NSAID use following transoral robotic surgery (TORS). Study Design Retrospective cohort study using propensity score matching. Setting Multi‐institutional database (TriNetX). Methods Patients undergoing TORS were identified using ICD‐10 codes.
Brayden Seliger   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Epiglottis Collapse in Individuals With Obstructive Sleep Apnea

open access: yesWorld Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated upper airway collapse during sleep. The epiglottis, often overlooked in conventional assessments, has emerged as a site of significant obstruction in OSA.
Dan Chen   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

International Practice Variation in Post‐Tonsillectomy Hemorrhage: A Survey Study of Pediatric Otolaryngologists

open access: yesWorld Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background A significant complication of pediatric tonsillectomy is post‐tonsillectomy bleeding (PTB). Management within and outside of the operating room (OR) is not standardized. We consolidated international similarities and differences in PTB management.
Gina M. Spencer   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Japanese Clinical Practice Guidelines for Vascular Tumors, Vascular Malformations, Lymphatic Malformations, and Lymphangiomatosis 2022

open access: yesThe Journal of Dermatology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The objective was to prepare guidelines to perform the current optimum treatment by organizing effective and efficient treatments of hemangiomas and vascular malformations, confirming the safety, and systematizing treatment, employing evidence‐based medicine techniques and aimed at improvement of the outcomes.
Yoshiaki Kinoshita   +116 more
wiley   +1 more source

Post‐mortem CT detection of fatal air embolism after aerosolized fibrin glue for bladder bleeding

open access: yesJournal of Forensic Sciences, EarlyView.
Abstract Radiation‐induced hemorrhagic cystitis (RHC) is a severe complication of pelvic radiotherapy, often used to treat various pelvic malignancies. Despite multiple therapeutic options, including conservative and invasive interventions, the optimal management remains uncertain. We report the case of a 76‐year‐old male with pulmonary emphysema and a
Beatrice Benedetti   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

OR Air Quality: Is it time to consider adjunctive air cleaning technology? [PDF]

open access: yes, 2018
Patients undergoing surgery may be at risk for infection from airborne particles such as dust, skin scales, respiratory aerosols, and hair fibers emanating from multiple sources in the OR, including personnel, heater-cooler devices,and surgical smoke ...
Barnes, Sue   +4 more
core   +1 more source

Predicting Respiratory Complications for Day Case Paediatric Adenotonsillectomy

open access: yesANZ Journal of Surgery, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives To assess the effectiveness of a pre‐operative triaging model for paediatric adenotonsillectomy in identifying risk of early post‐operative respiratory complications, in order to propose an evidence‐based triaging model for day‐case paediatric adenotonsillectomy.
Clemente Chia   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Knowledge, attitude, practice and prevalence of traditional cauterization among patients in Massawa Hospital, Eritrea: a cross-sectional study

open access: yesThe Pan African Medical Journal, 2020
INTRODUCTION: Use of traditional cautery for the treatment of varied ailments is one of the most ancient and harmful traditional medical practices that is still in use.
Berhe Tesfai   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

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