Surgical procedures of the soft palate to treat obstructive sleep apnea have traditionally focused on reducing the soft tissue volume. Most surgeons have considered this approach unsatisfactory to many patients, especially when the disorder still remains a significant problem following treatment.
Although there is now evidence that the quality of life impact of tonsil and adenoid disease is significant, the quality of life of children and adults after adenotonsillectomy for recurrent or chronic infection has not been studied prospectively.
Cancer of the upper aerodigestive tract used to have few treatment options. Fortunately, radiation therapy has proven to be an effective treatment. However, RT can be associated with significant toxicity during the treatment period starting few weeks into the treatment plan and numerous other long-term side effects.
A new study evaluates the efficacy of Radiesse for the treatment of glottal insufficiency responding to the diagnoses of unilateral vocal fold paralysis or glottal insufficiency caused by vocal fold paresis and vocal fold atrophy.
Coblation(r) caused significantly less dehydration for children after tonsillectomy and less neck pain after adenoidectomy, according to a new study. The research will also show that Coblation and electrocautery had similar post-operative hemorrhage, or re-bleeding, rates following tonsillectomy.
Typically, dentigerous cysts are painless, considered sterile, but may cause facial swelling and delayed tooth eruption. However, head and neck specialists have recently encountered several cases of dentigerous cysts presenting as recurrent head and neck infections or as a deep neck space abscess.
The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation Annual Meeting and OTO EXPO will meet September 25-28, 2005, at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, CA. This meeting is the world's largest gathering of otolaryngologists.
1) Sensorineural Hearing Loss, Early Greying, and Essential Tremo: A New Hereditary Syndrome? 2) Cochlear Changes in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus.
The American Academy of Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck Surgery has joined HEALTHeCAREERS, an integrated network of more than 60 prestigious healthcare associations' online job networks, to provide an expanded state-of-the-art online career center.
Some 23 original articles are featured in the June 2005 edition of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery, the peer-reviewed scientific journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.
Some 21 original articles are featured in the May 2005 edition of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery, the peer-reviewed scientific journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.
Otitis media is the most common illness for which children visit a health care provider in the United States. It is also the most prevalent reason for prescribing antibiotic therapy or a surgical procedure with general anesthesia in children.
Serial analysis of gene expressions was developed in 1995 as an open system technique for probing the expressed genome. As such, it identifies cellular transcripts without relying on known genes for detection. SAGE allows detailed qualitative and quantitative analysis of large numbers of cellular transcripts.
To date, there is no consensus diagnostic protocol for children presenting with SNHL. The wide range of available tests and specialties, coupled to the costs involved with an exhaustive work-up, pose an evaluation dilemma for the practitioner.
High-resolution computed tomography and MRI are frequently done in order to investigate the cause of sensorineural hearing loss before cochlear implantation. These techniques allow a precise identification of congenital malformations, temporal bone fractures, ossified cochleae, and anomalies of the cochlear nerve.
Although the incidence of complications from pharyngeal injuries in children is rare, the potential for devastating neurologic illness in the healthy, young patient necessitates a more standardized protocol that addresses issues such as radiologic work-up, hospital admission criteria, surgical and/or medical therapy, and follow-up.
Pierre Robin sequence occurs in pre-birth and is associated with a small mandible which prevents the relatively large tongue from descending thereby preventing the palatal shelves from fusing in the midline. This explains the high incidence of cleft palate deformity.
A team of pediatric ear, nose, and throat specialists recently used a wire urological stone basket in conjunction with the rigid bronchoscope for removal of airway foodstuff foreign bodies. Their experience is now recounted in a study with two phases.
A new study suggests that an adenotonsillectomy, which provides improvement in the upper airway of children, may in turn lead to improvement of the lower airways of children, especially those with bronchial asthma.
Adenotonsillectomy has traditionally been performed for recurrent Streptococcal tonsillitis and its consequences. However, in recent times, the prevalence of sleep disordered breathing has made that condition the primary indication for surgical excision of the tonsils and adenoids in children.
The complexity of genetic test results and impact on family members remains a volatile issue among several interested parties. While there is widespread agreement in the deaf community and in parents of deaf and hearing-impaired children that genetic testing in the newborn period would be beneficial, controversy remains in the area of genetic testing for hearing loss.
More than 40 new medical research studies regarding pediatric healthcare will be presented at the 20th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology being held May 27-30, 2005, at the J.W. Marriott Las Vegas Resort in Las Vegas, NV.
Survey results released today show that eight out of 10 parents are unaware that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and obesity can be consequences of neglecting common childhood sleep disorders such as snoring and pediatric obstructive sleep apnea.
The American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology is holding its 20th Annual Meeting at the J.W. Marriott Las Vegas Resort in Las Vegas, NV, May 27-30. Specialists who treat disorders of the ears, nose, throat and related structures of the head and neck in the pediatric population are expected to attend.
Some 25 original articles are featured in the April 2005 edition of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the peer-reviewed scientific journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.
For the third annual "World Voice Day," the American Academy of Otolaryngolgy--Head and Neck Surgery is asking the public to assess their voice quality and recognize that harmful speaking techniques, alcohol, and tobacco abuse can easily and irrevocably damage the voice.
Some 28 original articles are featured in the March 2005 edition of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery, the peer-reviewed scientific journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.
The earliest known depiction of a tracheotomy is found on Egyptian tablets dating back to circa 3600 B.C.E., during the First Dynasty. However, it was not readily accepted. Coelius Aurelianus, writing in the fifth century C.E., refers to it as "a fantastic operation" and "a futile and irresponsible idea."
More than 900 scientific presentations, symposia, and workshops highlight Association for Research in Otolaryngology 2005 MidWinter Meeting being held February 19-24. Approximately 1,500 leading scientists and physicians will gather for this conference.
Some 24 original articles are featured in the January 2005 edition of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery, the peer-reviewed scientific journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.
The AAO-HNS is sponsoring "Kids E.N.T. Health," a national public information campaign to inform the public about pediatric ear, nose, and throat disorders. This educational initiative will offer new health information to pediatricians, family practice physicians, and the public.
Some 30 original articles are featured in the December 2004 edition of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery, the peer-reviewed scientific journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.
Recognizing a need for evidence-based rhinosinusitis guidelines, five national societies convened a panel to develop definitions of rhinosinusitis for clinical research, and suggest clinical trial designs for studies that would allow for more appropriate use of pharmacologic, immunologic, and surgical interventions.
Some 38 original articles are featured in the November, 2004, edition of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery, the peer-reviewed scientific journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology"”Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.
1) Proton pump inhibitor therapy for chronic laryngo-pharyngitis; 2) Vocal fold augmentation with calcium hydroxylapatite; 3) Laser cryptolysis for the treatment of halitosis; 4) Severe hypertrophy of the base of the tongue in adults; and more...
A team of British ear, nose, and throat specialists now describe the hearing loss and tympanic membrane injuries both at immediate treatment and at follow-up three to six months and compare these with the previously reported effects of other bombing incidents.
A preliminary study indicates that BOTOX® injections may ease the irritation of tinnitus, otherwise know as ringing in the ears, for some patients. Researchers say more study is needed, but initial results are promising.
There are significant changes in nasal resonance for patients with chronic sinusitis and nasal obstruction treated with functional endoscopic sinus surgery. New research displays the improvement of the degree of hyponasality of the patients to match the range of nasality of normal subjects after surgery.
A new study examined whether oral ingestion of wasabi has both a subjective and objective decongestant effect on the nose. Wasabi, (Wasabia japonica) is commonly known as the Japanese horseradish used to enhance the enjoyment of sushi.
One in five Americans have allergic rhinitis, a number that is steadily rising, but the exact reasons for this increase are unknown. A new lipid-based nasal ointment is found effective at reducing symptoms of allergic rhinitis in German patients.
A follow-up study from Israel regarding pediatric hearing loss caused by otitis media and poor reading performance has determined that first and second graders with obvious reading impairments have escaped the deleterious effect of otitis media during later school years, once they were completely cured, and restored normal hearing.
Researchers find that vitamin E may be effective in restoring sudden onset hearing loss of unknown origin (idiopathic sudden hearing loss). These findings suggest that further research may reveal the role of antioxidants in the prevention and restoration of hearing loss.
The elderly patient's quality of life and cost-effectiveness are important to assess cochlear implantation in these patients. A new study from Germany seeks to examine cochlear implantation in senior citizens age 65 years and older at the time of surgery.
As a whole, sinusitis in asthmatics tends to be more severe and resistant to medical treatment. A new study set out to the incidence of specific rhinosinusitis symptoms in asthmatics versus non-asthmatics.
A new study has been completed that set out to investigate the causal relationship of GERD and OM by 1) confirming the finding of pepsin/pepsinogen in the middle ear fluid of children undergoing myringotomy and tube placement for chronic or recurrent OM; and 2) querying parents about symptoms that suggest the presence of GERD in these children.
Improved Kevlar body armor has resulted in a distinctly new pattern of combat injuries. The majority of injuries now occur in unprotected areas of the body, including the head and neck regions.
New data confirm that specialized oral appliances are a viable option to counter the devastating effects of obstructive sleep apnea and new FDA-approved technologies for home-based sleep studies are a valuable tool to diagnose and assess the effectiveness of the therapy.
Diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea usually involves polysomnograpy, an overnight sleep test in a sleep clinic or lab. Results of a new study indicate that a take-home sleep test is just as effective as a polysomnography and is less expensive while providing timely results.
Mitomycin C is a common chemotherapy agent that inhibits cell growth. It is also known to decrease the proliferation of fibroblasts, an essential element in the development of scar tissue.
Head and neck abscesses are infrequent complications of upper respiratory infections, but they can occur suddenly and be rapidly progressive. If untreated, the abscesses can lead to airway obstruction, vision loss, intracranial infections, and even death.
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