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Transnasal Humidified Rapid Insufflation Ventilatory Exchange (THRIVE) for the Operative Management of Retrograde Cricopharyngeus Dysfunction. [PDF]

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Abstract Objective Transnasal Humidified Rapid Insufflation Ventilatory Exchange (THRIVE) is a method of apneic oxygenation gaining popularity in upper aerodigestive surgery. Retrograde cricopharyngeus muscle dysfunction (RCPD) is characterized by the inability to belch, managed by intraoperative injection of botulinum toxin to the cricopharyngeus ...
Leming AB, Vance DG, Tritter AG, Yang ZM.   +3 more
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Left-handedness in otolaryngology, who is right? [PDF]

Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol
The purpose of this article is to shed light on the unique challenges faced by left‐handed individuals during otolaryngology—head and neck surgery training residency. It explores the impact of left‐handedness on surgical techniques, instrument availability, learning experiences, anxiety, and future subspeciality choice.
Alhussien A, Alamri A, Almjhad A, AlHumaizi A, Alsaleh S.   +4 more
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Foreign Body in the Bronchus Intermedius

JPGN Reports, Volume 4, Issue 2, May 2023., 2023
The Bravo pH probe is a wireless capsule allowing remote quantification of gastroesophageal reflux. A 14‐year‐old male presented for Bravo probe placement. Following esophagogastroduodenoscopy, attachment of the Bravo probe was attempted. Immediately, the patient began coughing without oxygen desaturation.
Steven M. Andreoli, Stefanie Schrum, Katherine McGoogan   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Treatment of Esophageal Perforation

JPGN Reports, Volume 4, Issue 2, May 2023., 2023
Surgical repair of type C esophageal atresia (EA) with distal tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is complicated by an anastomotic leak in 10%–30% of cases with associated morbidity. A novel procedure in the pediatric population, endoscopic vacuum‐assisted closure (EVAC), accelerates the healing of esophageal leaks by using the effects of VAC therapy ...
Grafton S. Barnett, Kathryn M. Kimsey, Hester F. Shieh, C. Jason Smithers, Jonathan M. de Vries, Jack Mouch, Michael Wilsey   +6 more
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A giant quiet esophageal polyp: A case report

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 11, Issue 1, January 2023., 2023
Abstract Fibrovascular polyps of the esophagus are rare, benign, intraluminal submucosal tumors. In this report, we present a case of esophageal polyp in a young woman and discuss its diagnostic and surgical aspects.
Hossein Sadidi, Ghazale Ahmadi, Ali Mehri, Marzie Nouri Dalouee   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Limited‐stage small cell carcinoma of the esophagus treated with curative esophagectomy: A multicenter retrospective cohort study

Journal of Surgical Oncology, Volume 126, Issue 8, Page 1396-1402, December 15, 2022., 2022
Abstract Background This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of surgery in the treatment of small cell carcinoma of the esophagus (SCCE) and explore potential prognostic factors. Methods We screened patients with SCCE who underwent esophagectomy from 2010 to 2018 at three institutes.
Yi‐Min Gu, Yu‐Shang Yang, Gui‐Dong Shi, Cheng‐Yi Yan, Qi‐Xin Shang, Han‐Lu Zhang, Wen‐Ping Wang, Yong Yuan, Long‐Qi Chen   +8 more
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Diagnostic accuracy outcomes of office‐based (outpatient) biopsies in patients with laryngopharyngeal lesions: A systematic review

Clinical Otolaryngology, Volume 47, Issue 2, Page 264-278, March 2022., 2022
Abstract Background In‐office biopsies (IOB) using local anaesthetic for laryngopharyngeal tumours has become an increasingly popular approach since the advent of distal chip endoscopes. Although a wide range of studies advocate use in clinical practice, the widespread application of the procedure is hampered by concerns regarding diagnostic accuracy ...
Mervyn Owusu‐Ayim, Sushil R. Ranjan, Alison E. Lim, Alexander D. G. Rogers, Jenny Montgomery, Susanne Flach, Jaiganaesh Manickavasagam   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Emergency management of jujube pit esophageal impactions using rigid esophagoscopy in the aged

Laryngoscope Investigative Otolaryngology, Volume 6, Issue 6, Page 1332-1338, December 2021., 2021
This manuscript describes our experience with management of jujube pit esophageal impactions and showed that rigid esophagoscopy would be a safe and effective method for removing jujube pits. Abstract Objective To study the emergency management of esophageal jujube pit ingestion. Study Design Retrospective case series.
Xingmei Wei, Jie Wang, Wen Xu
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Elevated carcinoembryonic antigen and bronchial obstruction caused by a rotten vegetable leaf mimic lung cancer: A case report

Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis, Volume 35, Issue 1, January 2021., 2021
Abstract Background Tracheobronchial foreign body aspiration is a potentially risky medical event, while the condition often requires early detection and rapid intervention to improve respiratory symptoms and prevent major morbidity. Notably, foreign bodies may not be identified and they are likely to be mistaken for neoplastic lesions.
Ye Sun, Yan L. Ge, Li Q. Li, Yang Liu, Yang Lu, Qin Jing, Yi Chen, Wen Q. Li, Lin L. Hou, Pei Min   +9 more
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CO2 Laser Division of Neo‐Vallecula Improves Dysphagia in the Postlaryngectomy Patient: A Case Series and Review of the Literature

Case Reports in Otolaryngology, Volume 2020, Issue 1, 2020., 2020
Objectives. To review the literature on neo‐vallecula diagnosis and management and to report our findings regarding 3 patients who developed neo‐vallecula in the context of free‐flap pharyngeal reconstruction following total laryngectomy. Methods. This case series reports three patients who developed a neo‐vallecula following a laryngectomy and free ...
Mohamad Z. Saltagi, Chelsey A. Wallace, Avinash V. Mantravadi, Michael W. Sim, Manish Gupta   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source