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Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve Paralysis and Hypocalcemia in Superior to Inferior Compared to Inferior to Superior Dissection Approaches in Thyroidectomy

Philippine Journal of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, 2018
Objective: To compare the incidence of recurrent laryngeal nerve injury and hypocalcemia in patients who underwent thyroidectomy using a superior-inferior versus an inferior to superior approach in identifying the recurrent laryngeal nerve in a tertiary ...
Randel D. Yu
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Potential of a neural network in the diagnosis of laryngeal tumors [PDF]

Digital Diagnostics
BACKGROUND: Currently, artificial intelligence in the form of artificial neural networks is being actively implemented in a number of areas of our lives, including medicine.
Evgeniya A. Safyannikova, Andrey I. Kryukov, Natalya L. Kunelskaya, Pavel A. Sudarev, Svetlana G. Romanenko, Diana I. Kurbanova, Ekaterina V. Lesogorova, Ekaterina N. Krasil’nikova, Anastasiya A. Ivanova, Anton P. Osadchiy, Natalya G. Shevyrina   +10 more
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Incorporating Clinical Examination Skills Into a Preclinical Anatomy Course: A Method for Facilitating Engagement and Interest

Clinical Anatomy, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Anatomy instruction is enhanced when students are engaged and interested in course material, and the relevance of the subject matter to their academic success and professional careers is emphasized. We developed a learning activity for a pre‐clinical anatomy course using the clinical skills of inspection and palpation of a cadaver donor to ...
Aysha Alani, Justin O'Leary, Andrew Stieb, John P. McNamara, Michael F. Nolan   +4 more
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A Core Head, Neck, and Neuroanatomy Syllabus for Physical Therapy Student Education

Clinical Anatomy, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Head, neck, and neuroanatomy are essential components of physical therapy education due to their broad clinical applications. Detailed syllabi exist for medical students, yet none have been developed for physical therapy. This study aimed to produce an International Federation of Associations of Anatomists core head, neck, and neuroanatomy ...
Stephanie J. Woodley, Brooke Willoughby, Alexandra L. Webb, Natasha A. M. S. Flack, Laura Y. Whitburn   +4 more
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Genetic Variability in Cisplatin Metabolism in Kidney Injury in Patients With Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma Undergoing Definitive Chemoradiotherapy

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background This study investigated the roles of single nucleotide variants (SNVs) in genes of CDDP metabolism and their association with kidney dysfunction in patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). Methods A total of 109 patients with locally advanced HNSCC, treated with CDDP, had renal function evaluated by serum ...
Ericka Francislaine Dias Costa, Ana Maria Castro Ferreira, Marilda Mazzali, Gustavo Jacob Lourenço, Carmen Silvia Passos Lima   +4 more
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First Case of Lateral Oropharyngectomy Performed Using the Vitom Eagle: A Novel Exoscopic System for Transoral Surgery

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background The Vitom Eagle is a novel exoscopic system, specifically designed for transoral surgery (e.g., lateral oropharyngectomy). No prior study has compared it to existing surgical systems. Methods This case report examines a patient affected by HPV‐related oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma treated with transoral lateral ...
Filippo Marchi, Marta Filauro, Elisa Bellini, Andrea Iandelli, Giorgio Peretti   +4 more
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Postdiagnosis Smoking Cessation and Survival Outcomes of Head and Neck Cancer Patients

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Post‐diagnosis smoking remains prevalent among head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) patients. Smoking cessation may improve patient outcomes. Methods A prospective longitudinal cohort study (2008–2014) included 835 newly diagnosed HNSCC patients and followed up for 7 years. Participants were categorized by smoking behavior (
Elham Mohebbi, Garret Guthrie, Siddhi Patil, William Benjamin IV, Ming Tan, Jonathan P. Giurintano, Matthew E. Witek, Peter H. Ahn, Kathryn Taylor, Gregory Wolf, Ruzong Fan, Laura S. Rozek   +11 more
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Multidimensional Prognostic Index as a Predictor of Mortality in Head and Neck Cancer Patients: A Cohort Study

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Head and neck cancer (HNC) significantly impacts older adults, with mortality influenced by multiple factors. The Multidimensional Prognostic Index (MPI), derived from comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA), may improve risk stratification and clinical decision making. Methods An observational cohort study was conducted at Erasmus
Ajay T. Bakas, Aniel Sewnaik, Femke Flikweert, Robert Jan Baatenburg de Jong, Francesco Mattace‐Raso, Harmke Polinder‐Bos   +5 more
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Quad Shot—A Tertiary Hospital Experience With a Palliative Radiotherapy Regimen for Head and Neck Cancer

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Head and neck cancer patients often present with locally advanced disease. For some patients, palliative treatment schedules focused on symptom control are often preferred. Perhaps the most widely used of these is the so‐called Quad Shot (QS) regimen.
Eirini Nikolaidou, Tilman Bostel, Arnulf Mayer, Daniel Wollschläger, Heinz Schmidberger, Justus Kaufmann   +5 more
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Geographic and Socioeconomic Landscape of Veterans With Head and Neck Cancer

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background US Veterans experience higher rates and worse outcomes for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) compared to civilians. Geographic and socioeconomic barriers remain unclear. Methods This retrospective descriptive study analyzed VA data nationwide (2012–2022), identifying Veterans with HNSCC using ICD codes. Subsites included
Kristen L. Zayan, Jennifer L. McCoy, Monique Y. Boudreaux‐Kelly, Chad Brenner, Zachary Hahn, Jose P. Zevallos, Matthew E. Spector, John Hotchkiss, Jessica H. Maxwell   +8 more
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