Characterizing Post Tonsillectomy Respiratory Complications in Patients Under Three
ABSTRACT Objective To characterize the postoperative respiratory complications in children < 3 years old who underwent tonsillectomy. Methods Retrospective chart review of patients < 3 years old at time of tonsillectomy. Demographics, comorbidities, polysomnography results, intraoperative factors, and postoperative respiratory complications ...
Nathan E. Lu +4 more
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Intraoperative Bradycardia: Evaluating Vasovagal Events in Adult Suspension Microlaryngeal Surgery
This retrospective single‐surgeon cohort study of 190 adults undergoing suspension microlaryngoscopy found that 8.9% (17/190) developed significant intraoperative bradycardia consistent with a vasovagal response (VVR). No demographic, comorbidity, or procedural factors were significantly associated with VVR, though most affected patients required ...
Thomas Q. McClelland +4 more
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The Burden of Airway Disease in Mucopolysaccharidoses: Evidence Across Subtypes
ABSTRACT Objective To synthesize the prevalence and subtype‐specific patterns of airway manifestations in mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) and summarize related morbidity and mortality. Data Sources PubMed, CINAHL, Ovid Embase, Ovid MEDLINE, and Ovid All EBM Reviews.
Julia Edward +2 more
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Pediatric Epiglottopexy: A Scoping Review of Indications, Techniques, Outcomes, and Complications
This scoping review synthesizes the indications, techniques, outcomes, and complications of pediatric epiglottopexy across 24 studies comprising 371 patients from ten countries. Epiglottopexy, most often performed alongside supraglottoplasty, was associated with favorable respiratory and swallowing outcomes, though the evidence base consists ...
Karim Estephan, Mathieu Bergeron
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Obstructive sleep apnea in adults evolution, and related inflammation in early stages of disease [PDF]
Sahlman, Johanna
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The Hidden Burden of Hemifacial Spasm: A Systematic Review of Non‐Motor Symptoms
Abstract Background Hemifacial spasm (HFS) is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by involuntary contractions of facial muscles. Traditionally regarded as a motor condition, HFS encompasses a spectrum of non‐motor symptoms that are often overlooked but significantly affect patients’ quality of life.
Miriam Carvalho Soares +2 more
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What Is the Role of Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty in Contemporary Sleep Surgery?
The Laryngoscope, EarlyView.
Thomas M. Kaffenberger +4 more
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High Prevalence and Clinical Impact of Fibromyalgia in Functional Motor Disorder
Abstract Background Fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, sleep and cognitive symptoms. It overlaps clinically with functional motor disorder (FMD), yet its prevalence and impact in FMD remain uncertain. Objective To determine the prevalence of fibromyalgia in FMD using the current criteria and evaluate its effects on motor ...
Tereza Serranová +6 more
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Apathy in Parkinson's Disease: Distinguishing Overlapping Symptoms Via Network Analysis
Abstract Background Anxiety, fatigue, and excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) frequently co‐occur in Parkinson's disease (PD) and can influence the clinical determination of apathy. Objective To distinguish patient‐reported apathy from other non‐motor symptoms.
Joseph Seemiller +6 more
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Breathe, Eat, Talk: Three Essential Ingredients to Quality‐of‐Life Outcomes in Movement Disorders
Abstract Background Breathing, eating, and talking (BET) impairments are common yet frequently underrecognized features of movement disorders. Deficits in respiration, swallowing, voice, and speech may emerge early in the course of a disease, adversely affecting safety, participation, and quality of life.
John Dean +16 more
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