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Prediction of pharyngocutaneous fistulas after laryngectomy

Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, 2007
To assess the predictive value of wound amylase as an indicator for pharyngocutaneous fistula development following laryngectomy for cancer.We conducted a prospective observational study at a tertiary referral center of 102 consecutive laryngeal or hypopharyngeal cancer patients undergoing laryngectomy with or without pharyngectomy.Data were collated ...
Randall P, Morton, Hisham, Mehanna, Francis T, Hall, Nicholas P, McIvor   +3 more
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The Wound Amylase Concentration in the Prediction of Pharyngocutaneous Fistula

Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, 2003
Pharyngocutaneous fistula (PCF) is not uncommon after laryngeal surgery. Because it leads to prolonged hospitalization and increased patient morbidity, it is important to predict the formation of fistula. We studied the wound amylase concentrations of 87 consecutive laryngectomized patients. The PCF rate was 11.5% in this series.
Aydogan L.B., Kiroglu M., Tuncer U., Soylu L.   +3 more
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Prophylactic antibiotics and post laryngectomy pharyngocutaneous fistulae

The Journal of Laryngology & Otology, 1990
AbstractPharyngo-cutaneous fistula following laryngectomy is a serious complication. The incidence worldwide varies from 7.6 to 50 per cent. The value of prophylactic antibiotics in preventing fistulae is well recognized but the type of antibiotics and the length of administration of the antibiotics is variable depending on the individual surgeon.Below
N, Violaris, M, Bridger
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Early Detection and Treatment of Postoperative Pharyngocutaneous Fistula

Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, 1999
Fever during the early postoperative period traditionally has not been considered an indication of a postoperative wound infection or breakdown. Atelectasis is considered the most likely source for these early fevers. We studied 200 consecutive patients who underwent major head and neck surgery that involved reconstruction with a pharyngeal suture line.
M, Friedman, T K, Venkatesan, A, Yakovlev, J W, Lim, H M, Tanyeri, D D, Caldarelli   +5 more
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Wound amylase estimation and the prediction of pharyngocutaneous fistulae

Clinical Otolaryngology, 1989
Pharyngocutaneous fistula is a common complication after major head and neck surgery. In this study it was possible to predict fistula formation as early as the second postoperative day, using serial measurements of the amylase concentration in wound drainage.
C P, Fielder, R P, Morton
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MRI in radiation-induced myelopathy and pharyngocutaneous fistula

Neuroradiology, 1996
A patient developed a cervical myelopathy 20 months after radiotherapy for a carcinoma of the larynx. MRI showed an intramedullary lesion at C7. Although radiation myelopathy was suspected, tumour recurrence could not be excluded. A radiation-induced pharyngocutaneous fistula, confirmed histologically, appeared a month later.
O, Combarros, F, Iglesias, M V, Guitera, J, Berciano   +3 more
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Postlaryngectomy Pharyngocutaneous Fistula: Incidence, Predisposing Factors, and Therapy

Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, 2005
OBJECTIVEThe pharyngocutaneous fistula (PCF) is a serious complication after total laryngectomy, and its etiology is not well understood yet. The aim of our study was to evaluate predisposing factors, incidence, and management of this complication.STUDY DESIGN AND SETTINGThis was a retrospective study of 268 patients who underwent total laryngectomy in
Galli J., De Corso E., Volante M., Almadori G., Paludetti G.   +4 more
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A Novel Approach to Closure of a Pharyngocutaneous Fistula

Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, 2012
Objective1) Describe a novel approach to the management of a large pharyngocutaneous defect with the vacuum assisted closure (VAC) system. 2) Present photographs demonstrating the application of the VAC system and evolution of the defect. 3) Review other techniques described for the management of pharyngocutaneous fistulas (PCF).MethodCase report of a ...
Charles A. Parker, Keith Casper, Jason Thuener   +2 more
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Pharyngocutaneous Fistula: Prevention and Management

Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, 1995
Educational objectives: To understand the factors related to the development of postoperative fistulas, to apply preventive measures, and to use medical and surgical methods for the management of fistulas.
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Local treatment of a pharyngocutaneous fistula secondary to osteoradionecrosis

Enfermería Clínica (English Edition), 2017
Radionecrosis is a late, and difficult to treat,complication of radiotherapy performed on head and neck tumours, and it is difficult to treat. This process causes significant damage, not only in the skin, but also in muscular, nervous, vascular, and bone structures. This, in turn, leads to airway and digestive tract involvement, as well as a functional
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