The Swallowing Characteristics of Thickeners, Jellies and Yoghurt Observed Using an In Vitro Model [PDF]
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Cook, Michael T. +5 more
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ABSTRACT Background Optimal feeding strategy (Prophylactic vs. Reactive) during Radiation Therapy (RT) for Head and Neck Cancers (HNC) remains to be established. Methods This phase III trial randomized (1:1) patients of HNC to prophylactic [nasogastric tube (NGT) placed at least 1 day before RT starting] versus reactive arm (NGT when required).
Sarbani Ghosh Laskar +21 more
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O‐TO‐T Advancement Reconstruction for Partial Glossectomy Defects: A Case Series
We present O‐T advancement reconstruction (OTAR) in lateral tongue defects, describing technique, indications, outcomes, and limitations. 11 patients with lateral tongue defects who underwent OTAR after earlystage cancer removal.
Kaersti L. Rickels +6 more
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Generalized lymphangioma of the tongue: A rare cause of macroglossia
Generalized lymphangioma of tongue is a rare cause of macroglossia in children. It causes mechanical discomfort and functional and psychological disturbances. We report a case of macroglossia due to generalized lymphangioma in a 10 year old where partial
Amar A Shah +2 more
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Harmonic scalpel versus flexible CO2 laser for tongue resection: A histopathological analysis of thermal damage in human cadavers [PDF]
Background Monopolar cautery is the most commonly used surgical cutting and hemostatic tool for head and neck surgery. There are newer technologies that are being utilized with the goal of precise cutting, decreasing blood loss, reducing thermal damage ...
Duncan F Hanby +7 more
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Neck involvement in early carcinoma of tongue. Is elective neck dissection warranted? [PDF]
Objective: To evaluate need of elective neck dissection in patients with early oral tongue cancer, and to see the pattern of involvement of different lymph node levels.
Akhtar, Shabbir
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Could kinesiology taping help mitigate pain, breathlessness and abdominal-related symptoms in cancer? [PDF]
We present the case of a woman who was an amateur athlete diagnosed with primary breast cancer, and 10 years later with terminal metastatic cancer. This case report was prepared posthumously in co-operation with her next of kin (husband).
Banerjee, G +3 more
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Sleep Education in Otolaryngology Residency Programs: Trends Over the Past Decade
Abstract Objective We aim to assess current trends in sleep education in otolaryngology residency training programs in the United States. Study Design Cross‐sectional survey. Setting Otolaryngology residency programs in the United States. Methods Survey sent to otolaryngology program directors.
Nicole Molin +6 more
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Microvasculaire vrije lap-reconstructies in de mondholte en orofarynx: Naar een betere kwaliteit van leven [PDF]
Reconstructive objectives after major head and neck surgery include adequate wound healing and optimal residual function. The most appropriate means to achieve this is through the applications of microvascular free flaps.
De Bree R +4 more
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Levels of scientific evidence of the quality of life in patients treated for oral cancer [PDF]
Treatments used in cancer of the oral cavity have great impact on the physical, psychological and functional state of patients. There has been increasingly interest in evaluating the health-related quality of life using questionnaires among patients ...
Baca García, Pilar +4 more
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