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Summary Introduction larynGuide™ is a novel assistive software integrated with the C‐MAC® videolaryngoscope, which provides guidance during laryngoscopy and advises on tracheal tube position. This first in‐human study evaluated the accuracy and reliability of larynGuide compared with the judgment of the airway operator. Methods This prospective, single‐
Alexander Fuchs +7 more
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Hypoplastic epiglottis in a neonate: A rare anomaly with serious consequences
Hypoplasia of the epiglottis is a rare congenital anomaly. It is often associated with complex malformations and presents at birth and infancy with respiratory or feeding difficulties. The long-term evolution of hypoplastic epiglottis cases is not known.
Anup Thakur, Pankaj Garg, Satish Saluja
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ABSTRACT Objectives This study aimed to investigate the position of the tongue and hyoid bone at rest according to incisal relationships using cone beam computed tomography and to examine whether dentoskeletal measurements are correlated with these positions.
Hieu Nguyen +4 more
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A Case of Life‐Threatening Stridor: Vallecular Cyst in a 2‐Month‐Old Infant [PDF]
ABSTRACT Vallecular cysts are uncommon birth defects that substantially restrict an infant's airway. This paper emphasizes the difficulties in diagnosing and managing a transfer case with limited resources. If these cysts are not detected early, they can have major clinical consequences.
Rehman A +6 more
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Abstract Traditionally, pharyngeal cancer was detected at an advanced stage, as examinations were usually performed only after symptoms such as pain or dysphagia appeared. Consequently, it was considered a malignancy with a poor prognosis. However, recent advances in image‐enhanced endoscopy (IEE) have facilitated the early detection of superficial ...
Daisuke Kikuchi +4 more
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Radiation Dose Sensitivity of Subregions of the Larynx to Patient-Reported Swallowing Outcomes
Purpose: To assess any correlation between swallowing dysfunction and radiation dose to 5 subregions of the larynx. Methods and Materials: A cohort of 136 patients with head and neck cancer, treated with either photon or proton radiation therapy, was ...
Mark D. Pepin, PhD +11 more
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Partial Laryngectomy for Thyroid Cancer: A Single Institution Case Series With Operative Techniques
ABSTRACT Background Partial laryngectomy has been well described as a management option for T1–3 laryngeal squamous cell cancers. However, there are a few case reports of partial laryngeal surgery for locally advanced thyroid carcinoma. Methods This is a case series of five patients with thyroid carcinoma (one primary and four recurrent) with laryngeal
Ella E. Hawes +17 more
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Epiglotic anomaly yields reduced airway protection in an infant
Proper laryngeal anatomy is crucial for airway protection. Congenital malformations of the airway are one cause of respiratory distress in children. An almost 5 month old male presented with increased work of breathing and worsening cough.
Kelly Schmidt +2 more
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EPIDEMIOLOGICAL STUDY ON HEAD AND NECK MALIGNANCIES - A STUDY OF 150 CASES [PDF]
OBJECTIVE: In the present study we investigate the head and Neck Malignancy cases presenting to the ENT department of our Hospital, and analyze the same to give inputs as to the incidence of head and neck malignancies, the symptoms and stage of ...
Gopalakrishnan, SankaraNarayanan +1 more
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Effect of progressive mandibular advancement on pharyngeal airway size in anesthetized adults. [PDF]
BACKGROUND: General anesthesia in adult humans is associated with narrowing or complete closure of the pharyngeal airway. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of progressive mandibular advancement on pharyngeal airway size in normal ...
Esch, Oliver +5 more
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