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View article: Endoscopic-Assisted Transoral Approach (EATA) for Extracranial Tumors: A Multicentric Case Series
Endoscopic-Assisted Transoral Approach (EATA) for Extracranial Tumors: A Multicentric Case Series Open
Endoscopic surgery is useful and helpful especially to access areas with limited visibility. The combination of this technique with innovative approaches could be the solution to improve quality of surgery and patients’ outcome. This study…
View article: Comparison of microscopic vs. endoscopic technique in revision stapes surgery: a systematic literature review
Comparison of microscopic vs. endoscopic technique in revision stapes surgery: a systematic literature review Open
Introduction In this study, we aimed to evaluate the differences in hearing outcomes and surgical complications after revision stapes procedure using endoscopic and microscopic techniques. Methods Systematic literature review was performed…
View article: Prognostic significance of surgical margins in laryngeal cancer treated by transoral laser microsurgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Prognostic significance of surgical margins in laryngeal cancer treated by transoral laser microsurgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
While positive surgical margins significantly impact DFS, their effect on LC and OS remains uncertain. Further prospective studies are necessary to refine treatment guidelines and optimise oncologic outcomes.
View article: A Comprehensive Systematic Review on Functional Results, Speech and Swallowing Outcomes after Trans-Oral Robotic Surgery for Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Cancer
A Comprehensive Systematic Review on Functional Results, Speech and Swallowing Outcomes after Trans-Oral Robotic Surgery for Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Cancer Open
Background: Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) is nowadays considered a valuable minimally invasive approach to treat oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC). The aim of this technique is to improve functional preservation and reduce m…
View article: Recurrent nerve damage following thyroid surgery: What can I do?
Recurrent nerve damage following thyroid surgery: What can I do? Open
Objectives Bilateral recurrent nerve damage still represents one of the main complications following thyroid surgery, even though the nerve intraoperative monitoring has allowed the decrease of this injury . This observational retrospectiv…
View article: Identification and bioinformatic characterization of a serum miRNA signature for early detection of laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma
Identification and bioinformatic characterization of a serum miRNA signature for early detection of laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma Open
Background The growing understanding of cancer biology and the establishment of new treatment modalities has not yielded the expected results in terms of survival for Laryngeal Squamous Cell Cancer (LSCC). Early diagnosis, as well as promp…
View article: Insidious Cases of Enlarged Vestibular Aqueduct (EVA) Syndrome Resembling Otosclerosis: Clinical Features for Differential Diagnosis and the Role of High-Resolution Computed Tomography in the Pre-Operative Setting
Insidious Cases of Enlarged Vestibular Aqueduct (EVA) Syndrome Resembling Otosclerosis: Clinical Features for Differential Diagnosis and the Role of High-Resolution Computed Tomography in the Pre-Operative Setting Open
Background: Enlarged vestibular aqueduct (EVA) syndrome can mimic otosclerosis in adults, presenting with an air–bone gap (ABG) and even absent stapedial reflexes. The ABG in inner-ear disorders is currently the object of several authors’ …
View article: Exosomes multiplex profiling, a promising strategy for early diagnosis of laryngeal cancer
Exosomes multiplex profiling, a promising strategy for early diagnosis of laryngeal cancer Open
View article: Aerodynamic Study of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency in 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome
Aerodynamic Study of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency in 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome Open
Objectives: We aim to verify velopharyngeal sphincter function in 22q11.2 deletion syndrome patients (22q11.2DS) to establish correlations between aerodynamic and perceptual measures of nasality, and to identify aerodynamic measures differ…
View article: Quality of Life and Respiratory Performance in the Laryngectomized Patient. Role of the Hme Filters during Physical Activity
Quality of Life and Respiratory Performance in the Laryngectomized Patient. Role of the Hme Filters during Physical Activity Open
Background: Permanent tracheostomy because of total laryngectomy surgery entails great conse-quences for the patient regarding respiratory physiopathology such as the filtering, humidifying, and heating function of the air by the nose is l…
View article: Multidisciplinary Management of Descending Necrotizing Mediastinitis: Is Thoracoscopic Treatment Feasible?
Multidisciplinary Management of Descending Necrotizing Mediastinitis: Is Thoracoscopic Treatment Feasible? Open
Background: Descending necrotizing mediastinitis (DNM) is a life-threatening condition, generally caused by downward dissemination of oropharyngeal infections through cervical fascial planes. Mediastinal drainage is conventionally achieved…
View article: Critical Steps and Common Mistakes during Temporal Bone Dissection: A Survey among Residents and a Step-by-Step Guide Analysis
Critical Steps and Common Mistakes during Temporal Bone Dissection: A Survey among Residents and a Step-by-Step Guide Analysis Open
Background: Given that the temporal bone is one of the most complex regions of the human body, cadaveric dissection of this anatomical area represents the first necessary step for the learning and training of the young oto-surgeon in order…
View article: Procalcitonin for Early Detection of Pharyngocutaneous Fistula after Total Laryngectomy: A Pilot Study
Procalcitonin for Early Detection of Pharyngocutaneous Fistula after Total Laryngectomy: A Pilot Study Open
Objectives. The aim of this prospective study was to investigate the role of procalcitonin as an early diagnostic marker of pharyngocutaneous fistula (PCF) in a cohort of head and neck patients treated with total laryngectomy for squamous …
View article: Are Excessive Daytime Sleepiness and Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms the Triggering Link for Mental Imbalance? An Exploratory Post Hoc Analysis
Are Excessive Daytime Sleepiness and Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms the Triggering Link for Mental Imbalance? An Exploratory Post Hoc Analysis Open
Background: Both lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) could negatively impair the patients’ quality of life, increasing the sensitivity to psychological distress that results in mental health disorders…
View article: Effects of Adenotonsillectomy on Vocal Function
Effects of Adenotonsillectomy on Vocal Function Open
Introduction: Correct breathing is a fundamental condition for adequate vocal production. Respiratory dynamics are able to modify the growth of facial mass and lingual posture, i.e., of the skull, the mandibular one. For this reason, infan…
View article: Extracapsular Tonsillectomy versus Intracapsular Tonsillotomy in Paediatric Patients with OSAS
Extracapsular Tonsillectomy versus Intracapsular Tonsillotomy in Paediatric Patients with OSAS Open
Objective: The objective of our study was to compare our experience of intracapsular tonsillotomy performed with the help of a microdebrider usually used for adenoidectomy with results obtained from extracapsular surgery through dissection…
View article: Transoral Approach to Parapharyngeal Space Tumours: Preliminary Reports from a Single-Centre Retrospective Analysis
Transoral Approach to Parapharyngeal Space Tumours: Preliminary Reports from a Single-Centre Retrospective Analysis Open
Purpose: The aim of this study is to identify certain parapharyngeal space tumours with specific characteristics that can be treated successfully through an endoscopically assisted transoral approach (EATA). Methods: Nine patients with PPS…
View article: QoL Following Dacryocystorhinostomy: Linguistic Adaptation of Italian Version of GBI
QoL Following Dacryocystorhinostomy: Linguistic Adaptation of Italian Version of GBI Open
View article: Minimal Margin Surgery and Intraoperative Neuromonitoring in Benign Parotid Gland Tumors: Retrospective Clinical Study
Minimal Margin Surgery and Intraoperative Neuromonitoring in Benign Parotid Gland Tumors: Retrospective Clinical Study Open
Extracapsular dissection (ECD) was introduced for the removal of superficial and small benign parotid tumors. According to a recent proposal, ECD is reserved for tumors that are 3 cm or less, mobile, and close to the parotid borders in cas…
View article: New Therapeutic Strategies in the Treatment of Stomal Recurrence After Total Laryngectomy: Role of Immunotherapy
New Therapeutic Strategies in the Treatment of Stomal Recurrence After Total Laryngectomy: Role of Immunotherapy Open
Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the incidence of stoma recurrence and the therapeutic strategy outcomes in relation to survival that have been adopted over the past few decades using a monoclonal antibody, specifically n…
View article: Comparison between overlay and underlay primary myringoplasty: retrospective analysis on anatomical and functional results in 497 adult patients
Comparison between overlay and underlay primary myringoplasty: retrospective analysis on anatomical and functional results in 497 adult patients Open
Our results show less complications related to the underlay technique. We believe that this remains the technique to prefer, except in subtotal or wide anterior perforations that could be better managed using the overlay technique.
View article: Intravascular Papillary Endothelial Hyperplasia (Masson’s Tumor) of the Supraclavicular Region: Management of a Rare Case
Intravascular Papillary Endothelial Hyperplasia (Masson’s Tumor) of the Supraclavicular Region: Management of a Rare Case Open
BACKGROUND Masson's tumor, also known as IPEH (intravascular papillary endothelial hyperplasia), is a rare benign vascular process, comprising approximately 2% of vascular tumors of the skin and subcutaneous tissue. IPEH presenting as a ne…
View article: Ossiculoplasty in incudostapedial joint defects: audiologic outcomes of three type of partial ossicular prostheses in retrospective clinical study 1995‐2015
Ossiculoplasty in incudostapedial joint defects: audiologic outcomes of three type of partial ossicular prostheses in retrospective clinical study 1995‐2015 Open
View article: Pharmacological, Technological, and Digital Innovative Aspects in Rhinology
Pharmacological, Technological, and Digital Innovative Aspects in Rhinology Open
Innovation refers to the introduction of a product, a process, a service or a solution resulting in something new or significantly improved compared to the already available alternatives. In the clinical context, it is strictly related to …
View article: Poorly Differentiated Neuroendocrine Larynx Carcinoma: Clinical Features and miRNAs Signature—A New Goal for Early Diagnosis and Therapy?
Poorly Differentiated Neuroendocrine Larynx Carcinoma: Clinical Features and miRNAs Signature—A New Goal for Early Diagnosis and Therapy? Open
Laryngeal neuroendocrine carcinomas (LNECs) are rare and highly heterogeneous malignancies presenting a wide range of pathological and clinical manifestations. Herein, we retrospectively characterize ten patients diagnosticated with LNEC, …
View article: Covid‐19 laryngectomized patients care, on field experience, and considerations
Covid‐19 laryngectomized patients care, on field experience, and considerations Open
Laryngectomized patients showed an unconventional response to SARS‐CoV‐2 viral infection. Here, we describe five different patient cases along with our interpretation of the phenomena and suggestions for their safe management.
View article: Inappropriate shock in Brugada syndrome: incidence and predictors in patients with a subcutaneous implantable cardiac defibrillator
Inappropriate shock in Brugada syndrome: incidence and predictors in patients with a subcutaneous implantable cardiac defibrillator Open
Background: Subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillators (S-ICDs) avoid complications secondary to transvenous leads, but inappropriate shocks (ISs) are frequent. Furthermore, IS data from patients with Brugada syndrome (BrS) with …
View article: Diagnosis of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo in Emergency Department: Our experience
Diagnosis of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo in Emergency Department: Our experience Open
The Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) represents the first cause of peripheral vertigo in populations and it is determined by a displacement of otoconial fragments within the semicircular canals. Following the patient’s head move…
View article: Definition of miRNA Signatures of Nodal Metastasis in LCa: miR-449a Targets Notch Genes and Suppresses Cell Migration and Invasion
Definition of miRNA Signatures of Nodal Metastasis in LCa: miR-449a Targets Notch Genes and Suppresses Cell Migration and Invasion Open
View article: An atypical manifestation of lymph node tuberculosis
An atypical manifestation of lymph node tuberculosis Open
Tuberculosis is a chronic granulomatous infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Since the 80’s, new cases have been increasing especially in developed countries because of spreading of HIVinfection, immunodeficiency and immigration…