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Mapping the Common Carotid Artery Bifurcation Utilizing Anterior Neck Landmarks

Diagnostics
Background/Objectives: High common carotid artery bifurcation (CCAB) is an anatomic variant relevant to carotid endarterectomy that is associated with an increased risk of cranial nerve injury, particularly hypoglossal nerve injury.
Sebastian Kiehn, Lena M. Duenas, Sampath Kumar, Nicole L. Griffin, Mary F. Barbe, Steven N. Popoff   +5 more
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Therapeutic Efficacy of Endoscope‐Guided Coblation for Tongue Base Reduction as Part of Multilevel Surgery in Moderate to Severe OSA Patients

World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) frequently results from multilevel upper airway obstruction involving the palate, lateral walls, and tongue base. Among various techniques, endoscope‐guided coblation for tongue base reduction (TBR) provides precise resection with excellent hemostasis and minimal morbidity.
Minju Kim, Siyeon Jin, Eun Hyun Cho, Dongyoung Kim, Doo Hee Han, Hyun Jik Kim   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Hypoglossal nerve

, 1997
Hypoglossal nerve. Yellow nerve added to digitized image from graphic output.

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The Hypoglossal Nerve in Carotid Arterial Reconstructions

, 1972
The importance of hypoglossal nerve in performing carotid arterial reconstructions has been illustrated by two case reports. Unilateral palsy is troublesome but bilateral damage may result in upper airway obstruction. Simple surgical maneuvers consisting
Geun Eun Kim, Anthony M. Imparato, Louis Bergmann, Aldo Bracco   +3 more
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Quality and Readability of Websites on Tongue Base Procedures for Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea

World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives Tongue base obstruction is a cause of persistent sleep apnea after adenotonsillectomy in pediatric patients. The internet is the most used tool by patients for gathering healthcare information. This study aims to assess the quality and readability of websites directed to patients regarding tongue base procedures for pediatric ...
Nathan G. Rasmussen, Jeffrey C. Mecham, Patrick Scheffler   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Hypoglossal Nerve Palsy Misdiagnosed as Tongue Tumor: A Rare Case of Calcified Hypoglossal Schwannoma

The authors hereby present a case of a calcified schwannoma of the hypoglossal nerve, which led to hypoglossal nerve palsy initially misinterpreted as a tongue tumor. This paper reviews the presentation of schwannoma of the hypoglossal nerve and offers a
Gennaro P., Ramieri V., Catarzi L., Gabriele G.   +3 more
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Hypoglossal Nerve Schwannoma in the Submandibular Region: A Case Report and Discussion

, 2016
Schwannomas of head and neck regioncommonly arise from the vestibular and vagus nerve. Hypoglossal nerve schwannomas are very rare. They may be intracranial only or have both intra and extracranial extension. Radiology specially, computed tomography (CT)
Manish Gupta, M Gupta, Saima Tabassum
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Unilateral hypoglossal nerve palsy with malignancy of unknown origin

Medical Journal of Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, 2020
Paralysis of hypoglossal nerve is rare and often underreported. The paralysis leads to the deviation of tongue, dysarthria, dysphagia, and airway dysfunction, affecting the quality of life.
Chaitanya R Patil, Shrikant Atreya
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Hypoglossal nerve, colored yellow

, 1997
Hypoglossal nerve, colored yellow. Yellow nerve added to digitized image from graphic output.

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Clinical guideline highlights for the hospitalist: Evaluation and management of obstructive sleep apnea in adults hospitalized for medical care

Journal of Hospital Medicine, EarlyView.
Naveed Choudry
wiley   +1 more source