Otolaryngology
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Lateral neck dissection morbidity high, but transient
Key clinical point: Lateral neck dissections for thyroid cancer are associated with high early morbidity but few long-term complications. Major...
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Studies of anesthesia’s effect on upper airway are limited
Key clinical point: Choice of an appropriate anesthetic protocol for drug-induced sleep endoscopy must be based on a limited number of comparative...
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Upper airway stimulation an option in some patients
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Half of patients elect head and neck surgery before meeting surgeon
Key clinical point: Otolaryngologists and head and neck surgeons should ensure that primary and referring providers are well educated about...
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Ibuprofen superior to morphine following pediatric tonsillectomy
Key clinical point: Ibuprofen safely and effectively replaces morphine for children’s pain relief following tonsillectomy. Major finding: Among...
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Analysis examines glossectomy as solo treatment for sleep apnea
Key clinical point: Among adults with obstructive sleep apnea, glossectomy significantly improved sleep outcomes when performed as part of a multi...
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Nerve monitoring linked to higher risk of vocal cord paralysis
Key clinical point: Patients who had intraoperative nerve monitoring were more likely to develop vocal cord paralysis. Major finding: The...