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Palliative stenting for oesophagogastric cancer: tumour and host factors and prognosis [PDF]
, 2018 Objectives: Palliative self-expandable metallic stent (SEMS) insertion is common in patients not suitable for resection of oesophagogastric (OG) cancer. Factors which may determine survival, however, are not clear.
Glen, Paul +3 more
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Head &Neck, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background Squamous cell carcinoma of the soft palate (SCCSP) represents a rare subtype of oropharyngeal cancer. This study aims to evaluate the treatment outcomes of SCCSP and to assess the prognostic significance of HPV status. Methods Patients diagnosed with SCCSP between January 1981 and December 2021 were collected. Survival outcomes were
Meng‐hua Li +11 more
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Head &Neck, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background In recent years, particle therapy has shown promise as a local treatment for salivary gland carcinoma (SGC); however, its efficacy and safety remain unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical outcomes of intensity‐modulated proton therapy (IMPT) for SGC.
Gaku Takano +16 more
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Feasibility of intensity-modulated and image-guided radiotherapy for functional organ preservation in locally advanced laryngeal cancer [PDF]
, 2012 Purpose: The study aims to assess the feasibility of intensity-modulated and image-guided radiotherapy (IMRT, and IGRT, respectively) for functional preservation in locally advanced laryngeal cancer.
Alexander Chi +14 more
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Head &Neck, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background This study aimed at identifying acoustic features of airway protective maneuvers as biomarkers of radiation‐associated dysphagia, involving penetration/aspiration and pharyngeal residue. Methods Temporal and spectral acoustical analyses were carried out on voluntary coughs, voluntary throat clearings, and reflexive coughs.
Sofiana Mootassim‐Billah +11 more
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Author Correction: Effects of thickened carbonated cola in older patients with dysphagia
Scientific Reports, 2023 Akino Saiki +9 more
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Implementation and evaluation of a nurse-administered dysphagia screening tool to identify patient’s at high risk for post-extubation dysphagia [PDF]
, 2019 Purpose: Post-extubation dysphagia (PED) occurs in 3% to 62% of intensive care unit patients. Patients with moderate or severe PED are more likely to experience pneumonia, reintubation, or death.
Kehl, Andrew D
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Head &Neck, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background Head and neck cancer (HNC) significantly impacts older adults, with mortality influenced by multiple factors. The Multidimensional Prognostic Index (MPI), derived from comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA), may improve risk stratification and clinical decision making. Methods An observational cohort study was conducted at Erasmus
Ajay T. Bakas +5 more
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Pediatric Feeding Disorder: Consensus Definition and Conceptual Framework [PDF]
, 2019 Pediatric feeding disorders (PFDs) lack a universally accepted definition. Feeding disorders require comprehensive assessment and treatment of 4 closely related, complementary domains (medical, psychosocial, and feeding skill-based systems and associated
Browne, Joe +14 more
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