Pediatric Epiglottopexy: A Scoping Review of Indications, Techniques, Outcomes, and Complications
This scoping review synthesizes the indications, techniques, outcomes, and complications of pediatric epiglottopexy across 24 studies comprising 371 patients from ten countries. Epiglottopexy, most often performed alongside supraglottoplasty, was associated with favorable respiratory and swallowing outcomes, though the evidence base consists ...
Karim Estephan, Mathieu Bergeron
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Outcomes of Osseous Microvascular Midface Reconstruction: Does Union Matter?
ABSTRACT Objective(s) To assess rates of bony union and their correlation with postoperative complications following osseous orbitomaxillary microvascular reconstruction. Methods A retrospective review was performed of patients who underwent orbitozygomaticomaxillary reconstruction with composite osseous free flaps at an academic medical center from ...
Edgar Ochoa +6 more
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Cholecystoduodenal Fistula, Gallstone Ileus, and Choledocholithiasis: A Case Report and Literature Review. [PDF]
Ji J, Huang Y, Tang D, Wulamu W.
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Emergencies in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
ABSTRACT Emergencies are frequent in people living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (pALS), especially as the disease progresses, and can necessitate urgent evaluation and intervention. Progressive weakness in ALS inevitably increases fall risk, making discussion of fall prevention strategies integral to caring for pALS.
S. Pinar Uysal +9 more
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Efficacy and safety of tumor necrosis factor-α inhibitors and mesenchymal stem cells in the treatment of fistulizing Crohn's disease: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. [PDF]
Chen XM +8 more
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Multifaceted burden of short bowel syndrome for patients and caregivers: The landmark survey
Abstract Background Short bowel syndrome is a debilitating condition often requiring long‐term parenteral support to maintain hydration, nutrition, and survival. Methods As part of the noninterventional, cross‐sectional Landmark Survey study, we evaluated burdens associated with short bowel syndrome and parenteral support dependency from patient and ...
Jenny E. Harrison +11 more
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Efficacy of FiLaC in different types of anal fistula. A systematic review and meta-analysis. [PDF]
Xu X, Wu J, Qin J, Jin L, Li Z, Ambe PC.
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An Occult Odontogenic Infection Behind a Persistent Left Chin Nodule
The Kaohsiung Journal of Medical Sciences, EarlyView.
Yi‐Shan Teng +2 more
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Abstract Background Perianal involvement occurs in up to 50% of patients with Crohn's disease (CD). Despite combined management, 10%–20% require fecal diversion or proctectomy. Nutritional status may influence prognosis, but its role in fistulizing perianal disease is unclear.
Bruno Augusto Alves Martins +7 more
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