ctDNA to Predict Treatment Response in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Systematic Review
This systematic review aims to investigate the role of plasma circulating tumor DNA in head and neck cancer surveillance. We conducted a systematic review to comprehensively assess the findings and quality of existing literature on this topic. Our findings show that ctDNA monitoring post‐treatment likely has utility in HNSCC surveillance.
Oliver Jones+2 more
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Processed meat and the risk of selected digestive tract and laryngeal neoplasms in Switzerland [PDF]
Background: Processed meat has been related to the risk of digestive tract neoplasms but the evidence remains inconclusive. We examined data from a network of case-control studies conducted between 1992 and 2002 in the Swiss Canton of Vaud.
Bosetti, C.+4 more
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Transoral Robotic‐Assisted Removal of a Submucosal Pyriform Sinus Foreign Body
Submucosal foreign bodies of the medial pyriform sinus represent a challenge given limited visualization and difficult retraction with endoscopic approaches, and risk of injury to the recurrent laryngeal nerve with open approaches. We present a novel case utilizing the Da Vinci SP system for removal of an embedded fishbone from the medial pyriform ...
Elisabeth Wenneker+4 more
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Porous polyethylene in reconstructive head and neck surgery [PDF]
Berghaus, Alexander
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Branchial Cleft Cyst Carcinoma Remains Grossly Over Diagnosed: A Large Database Analysis
Branchial cleft cyst carcinomas (BCCC) are rare lateral neck malignancies thought to originate from branchial cleft remnants. This study describes the largest cohort of patients with BCCC to date. Most patients were diagnosed with another HNC within 5 years, suggesting a likely misdiagnosis of BCCC. ABSTRACT Introduction Branchial cleft cyst carcinomas
Andrew Meci+2 more
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A Tissue Engineering's Guide to Biomimicry
This review categorizes biomimicry in tissue engineering into mechanical, morphological, and biological strategies. It explores how each aspect contributes to replicating native tissue function and structure, highlighting current techniques and emerging approaches.
Kenny A. van Kampen+2 more
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OBJETIVO: Avaliar a validade discriminante do questionário de qualidade de vida da Universidade de Washington para pacientes com câncer de cabeça e pescoço e identificar possíveis fatores sociodemográficos que modifiquem seus resultados.
Fabiana Paula de Andrade+5 more
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Thyroglobulin measurement in the washout of fine needle aspirates for the diagnosis of suspicious cervical lymph nodes [PDF]
Ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) for suspicious cervical lymph nodes (CLN) is the gold standard technique for the identification of metastases from differentiated thyroid carcinomas.
Amabile, MARIA IDA+18 more
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Current Application Status and Innovative Development of Surgical Robot
Advantage, Challenge and Innovation of surgical robots. ABSTRACT Surgery has undergone a revolutionary development since the innovations in anesthesiology, aseptic techniques, and antibiotics. The use of modern techniques, especially minimally invasive techniques, has led to a new era of microsurgery and reduced patient trauma.
Aimin Jiang+11 more
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Epidemiology of oral and pharyngeal cancers: A retrospective study in Kermanshah, Iran [PDF]
BACKGROUND AND AIM: The aim of this study was to determine the incidence and relative frequency of oral and pharyngeal cancers in Kermanshah, Iran, from March 1993 until March 2006.
Chamani, Goli+5 more
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