Although patients with head and neck cancer (HND) commonly experience mental health disease (MHD) at rates equal to or greater than those of patients with other types of cancer, HNC patients with MHD are often underdiagnosed and untreated. Thus, validated surveys should be used to screen for MHD, as subjective clinical judgement may underdiagnose MHD ...
Matthew E. Lin +4 more
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Patients with long‐term tracheostomy dependence exhibited the poorest prognosis and the highest recurrence rates. Emergency tracheostomy was identified as a strong predictor of long‐term dependence. Upfront surgery may be more appropriate for patients with impaired baseline laryngeal function.
Chien‐Yi Yang +3 more
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Trends in Laryngology Fellowship Training: A Survey Study of Graduates and Directors
A survey study of laryngology fellowship Graduates and Directors reveals overall high level of confidence in preparedness to practice in the care of most laryngologic disorders. Respondents reported less exposure to swallowing disorders in fellowship with resulting lower confidence to practice independently in this area, despite seeing a good ...
Vanessa Torrecillas +4 more
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Knowledge Levels and Learning Needs in Dysphagia Management: Perspectives from Professional and Non-Professional Stakeholders in Five European Countries. [PDF]
Remón S +4 more
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Dysphagia Characteristics in High Versus Low Vagal Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis
High vagal etiology of unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP) is linked to greater swallowing dysfunction compared to low vagal etiology of UVFP, with higher rates of premature spillage, pharyngeal residue, penetration and aspiration on instrumental swallow assessment; and higher prevalence of diet and behavioral modifications recommended.
Madeline Miles Marker +9 more
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Knowledge, attitudes and practices towards dysphagia and its care among patients and caregivers: a multicentre cross-sectional study in Beijing and Shandong Province. [PDF]
Zhu M +8 more
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Inflammatory Markers Stratify Surgical Outcomes in Pediatric Airway Reconstruction
ABSTRACT Objectives Red blood cell distribution width (RDW) predicts surgical success in adult patients undergoing open airway reconstruction for laryngotracheal stenosis, but similar biomarkers in pediatrics remain unidentified. This study identifies predictors of outcomes in pediatric patients undergoing triple endoscopy or surgical airway ...
Nomongo Dorjsuren +5 more
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Correction: Efficacy of Game-Based EMG-Biofeedback Therapy in Post-Stroke Dysphagia: A Randomized Controlled Trial. [PDF]
Alyanak B +3 more
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Dysphagia Prevalence in Brazil, UK, China, and Indonesia and Dysphagic Patient Preferences
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