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View article: Characterizing Mandibular Morphology in Robin Sequence—A 3D Statistical Shape Analysis
Characterizing Mandibular Morphology in Robin Sequence—A 3D Statistical Shape Analysis Open
Background: Robin sequence (RS) is a congenital condition and constitutes the triad of micrognathia, glossoptosis, and upper airway obstruction. While micrognathia is a cardinal feature of RS, its assessment is largely subjective. The aim …
View article: Perioperative Airway Management for Midface Surgery in Children With Syndromic Craniosynostosis; a Single Center Experience With Immediate Extubation
Perioperative Airway Management for Midface Surgery in Children With Syndromic Craniosynostosis; a Single Center Experience With Immediate Extubation Open
Background Midface advancements in children with syndromic craniosynostosis present challenges for anesthesiologists and intensive care teams. Aims This study reviewed the perioperative airway management protocol for immediate tracheal ext…
View article: Does primary posterior tracheopexy prevent collapse of the trachea in newborns with oesophageal atresia and tracheomalacia? A study protocol for an international, multicentre randomised controlled trial (PORTRAIT trial)
Does primary posterior tracheopexy prevent collapse of the trachea in newborns with oesophageal atresia and tracheomalacia? A study protocol for an international, multicentre randomised controlled trial (PORTRAIT trial) Open
Introduction Tracheomalacia (TM) often occurs in children with oesophageal atresia (OA), leading to recurrent respiratory symptoms and in severe cases to blue spells or ultimately respiratory arrest. In some patients, a secondary posterior…
View article: The clinical application of transcutaneous carbon dioxide monitoring during rigid bronchoscopy or microlaryngeal surgery in children
The clinical application of transcutaneous carbon dioxide monitoring during rigid bronchoscopy or microlaryngeal surgery in children Open
TcPCO2 levels reached approximately twice the upper limit of the normal range during rigid bronchoscopy and MLS. Availability of tcPCO2 monitoring did not affect these high levels, despite adjustments in strategy. However, tcPCO2 monitorin…
View article: The Value of Preoperative Rigid Tracheobronchoscopy for the Diagnosis of Tracheomalacia in Oesophageal Atresia Patients
The Value of Preoperative Rigid Tracheobronchoscopy for the Diagnosis of Tracheomalacia in Oesophageal Atresia Patients Open
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View article: Factors associated with laryngeal injury after intubation in children: a systematic review
Factors associated with laryngeal injury after intubation in children: a systematic review Open
Purpose The purpose of this study is to evaluate all potential factors associated with laryngeal injury after endotracheal intubation in the pediatric population. Methods A systematic literature search was conducted in Medline, Embase, Coc…
View article: Non-Surgical Respiratory Management in Relation to Feeding and Growth in Patients with Robin Sequence; a Prospective Longitudinal Study
Non-Surgical Respiratory Management in Relation to Feeding and Growth in Patients with Robin Sequence; a Prospective Longitudinal Study Open
Objective To reflect upon our non-surgical respiratory management by evaluating clinical outcomes regarding airway, feeding, and growth during the first year of life in patients with Robin Sequence. Design Prospective study. Setting Sophia…
View article: Feeding and swallowing outcomes following mandibular distraction osteogenesis: an analysis of 22 non-isolated paediatric cases
Feeding and swallowing outcomes following mandibular distraction osteogenesis: an analysis of 22 non-isolated paediatric cases Open
Patients with mandibular hypoplasia and upper airway obstruction are at an increased risk of feeding and swallowing difficulties. Little has been described regarding these outcomes following mandibular distraction. The aim of this study wa…
View article: Mandibular distraction to correct severe non-isolated mandibular hypoplasia: The role of drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) in decision making
Mandibular distraction to correct severe non-isolated mandibular hypoplasia: The role of drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) in decision making Open
DISE provides information on the site and nature of airway obstruction and can visualize the effect of MDO on the severity of tongue-based airway obstruction. Therefore, it can be of additional value in understanding the differences in fun…
View article: De novo <i>TRPV4</i> Leu619Pro variant causes a new channelopathy characterised by giant cell lesions of the jaws and skull, skeletal abnormalities and polyneuropathy
De novo <i>TRPV4</i> Leu619Pro variant causes a new channelopathy characterised by giant cell lesions of the jaws and skull, skeletal abnormalities and polyneuropathy Open
Background Pathogenic germline variants in T ransient R eceptor P otential V anilloid 4 C ation C hannel ( TRPV4 ) lead to channelopathies, which are phenotypically diverse and heterogeneous disorders grossly divided in neuromuscular disor…
View article: Structure and Function of the Vocal Cords after Airway Reconstruction on Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Structure and Function of the Vocal Cords after Airway Reconstruction on Magnetic Resonance Imaging Open
Objectives/Hypothesis Dysphonia is a common problem at long‐term follow‐up after airway surgery for laryngotracheal stenosis (LTS) with major impact on quality of life. Dysphonia after LTS can be caused by scar tissue from initial stenosis…
View article: MRI of the upper airways in children and young adults: the MUSIC study
MRI of the upper airways in children and young adults: the MUSIC study Open
Rationale Paediatric laryngotracheal stenosis (LTS) is often successfully corrected with open airway surgery. However, respiratory and vocal sequelae frequently remain. Clinical care and surgical interventions could be improved with better…
View article: <scp>IVORY</scp> Guidelines (Instructional Videos in Otorhinolaryngology by <scp>YO‐IFOS</scp>): A Consensus on Surgical Videos in Ear, Nose, and Throat
<span>IVORY</span> Guidelines (Instructional Videos in Otorhinolaryngology by <span>YO‐IFOS</span>): A Consensus on Surgical Videos in Ear, Nose, and Throat Open
Objectives/Hypothesis Otolaryngology instructional videos available online are often of poor quality. The objective of this article was to establish international consensus recommendations for the production of educational surgical videos …
View article: S4B-05 SESSION 4B: ORTHOGNATHIC / TREACHER-COLLINS SEVERE OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA IN TREACHER COLLINS SYNDROME: A COMMON AND RECURRING FINDING
S4B-05 SESSION 4B: ORTHOGNATHIC / TREACHER-COLLINS SEVERE OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA IN TREACHER COLLINS SYNDROME: A COMMON AND RECURRING FINDING Open
Introduction: Patients with Treacher Collins or Nager syndrome have a significant risk on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA): 25 to 41 % have severe OSA, without a natural tendency for improvement. These patients are not always directly referre…
View article: SYM9.4 OSA Treatment in Apert and Crouzon Syndrome: Not just a Monobloc.
SYM9.4 OSA Treatment in Apert and Crouzon Syndrome: Not just a Monobloc. Open
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is present in 70% of children with Apert or Crouzon/Pfeiffer syndrome, ranging from mild to severe OSA. Treatment of OSA includes nasal corticosteroids, oxygen during the night, CPAP, BiPAP, nasopharyngeal tub…
View article: Pharmacokinetics and safety of tobramycin nebulization with the I‐neb and PARI‐LC Plus in children with cystic fibrosis: A randomized, crossover study
Pharmacokinetics and safety of tobramycin nebulization with the I‐neb and PARI‐LC Plus in children with cystic fibrosis: A randomized, crossover study Open
Aims We aimed to compare the pharmacokinetics (PK) and safety profile of tobramycin inhalation solution (TIS) using the I‐neb device to the standard PARI‐LC Plus nebulizer in children with cystic fibrosis. Methods A randomized, open‐label,…
View article: Magnetic resonance imaging of the larynx in the pediatric population: A systematic review
Magnetic resonance imaging of the larynx in the pediatric population: A systematic review Open
Background Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) techniques to image the larynx have evolved rapidly into a promising and safe imaging modality, without need for sedation or ionizing radiation. MRI is therefore of great interest to image pediat…
View article: A jackass and a fish: A case of life-threatening intentional ingestion of a live pet catfish (<i>Corydoras aeneus</i>)
A jackass and a fish: A case of life-threatening intentional ingestion of a live pet catfish (<i>Corydoras aeneus</i>) Open
Inspired by Jackass (a tv-show about self-injuring stunts), some friends topped off a drinking party with live fishes from their aquarium. After the goldfishes had gone down smoothly, a bronze catfish was ingested. Unaware of the morpholog…
View article: Long-term Surgical and Functional Outcome of Acquired Pediatric Laryngotracheal Stenosis
Long-term Surgical and Functional Outcome of Acquired Pediatric Laryngotracheal Stenosis Open
We present the long-term outcome of a cohort of children who were surgically treated for a laryngotracheal stenosis by means of a laryngotracheal reconstruction or a cricotracheal resection. Measurements of pulmonary function, endurance, v…
View article: Why consider obliterating the mastoid in cholesteatoma surgery anyway? Lessons learnt from changing treatment strategy, preliminary results and future perspectives
Why consider obliterating the mastoid in cholesteatoma surgery anyway? Lessons learnt from changing treatment strategy, preliminary results and future perspectives Open
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