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View article: Fast-Tracking of Publication Times of Otolaryngology Papers During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Fast-Tracking of Publication Times of Otolaryngology Papers During the COVID-19 Pandemic Open
Introduction The outbreak of COVID-19 has produced an unprecedented number of trials and articles. Objective To study the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on otolaryngology-head and neck surgery (ORL-HNS) journal processing times. Methods O…
View article: Ear‐looped face masks associated retro‐auricular abscesses during the COVID‐19 pandemic
Ear‐looped face masks associated retro‐auricular abscesses during the COVID‐19 pandemic Open
Universal mask‐wearing has become public‐health recommendations and a necessity in daily life since coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) pandemic. Accumulating evidence suggests that facial masks may damage the skin. We present a series of …
View article: The incidence of postoperative re-stratification for recurrence in well-differentiated thyroid cancer—a retrospective cohort study
The incidence of postoperative re-stratification for recurrence in well-differentiated thyroid cancer—a retrospective cohort study Open
We report a 15% rate of postoperative risk escalation of patients who required completion thyroidectomy according to current ATA guidelines. In our opinion, this rate of postoperative WDTC upscaling of risk requiring more radical surgery t…
View article: Lateral Neck Dissection for Well-Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma: Is Prophylactic Level V Neck Dissection Necessary? A Retrospective Cohort Study
Lateral Neck Dissection for Well-Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma: Is Prophylactic Level V Neck Dissection Necessary? A Retrospective Cohort Study Open
Objective: The presence of clinically detectable papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) metastases in the lateral neck is an indication for neck dissection (ND) and thyroidectomy. Although there is a consensus regarding the importance of therap…
View article: The COVID-19 pandemic - from great challenge to unique opportunity: Perspective☆
The COVID-19 pandemic - from great challenge to unique opportunity: Perspective☆ Open
The 2019 novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) and the disease it causes - coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) have rapidly swept across the world since the first known human manifestation on December 8, 2019 in Wuhan (Hubei Province, China)1,2. …
View article: Artificial Intelligence Algorithms to Assess Hormonal Status From Tissue Microarrays in Patients With Breast Cancer
Artificial Intelligence Algorithms to Assess Hormonal Status From Tissue Microarrays in Patients With Breast Cancer Open
For at least half of the patients in this study, MBMP appeared to predict biomarker expression with noninferiority to IHC. Results suggest that prediction accuracy is likely to improve as data used for training expand. Morphological-based …
View article: Modified ex utero intrapartum treatment procedure in a bicornuate uterus breech presentation Pierre Robin fetus with severe micrognathia and cleft palate
Modified ex utero intrapartum treatment procedure in a bicornuate uterus breech presentation Pierre Robin fetus with severe micrognathia and cleft palate Open
Key Clinical Message Thorough prenatal evaluation allows for identification of fetuses with compromised airway. The ex utero intrapartum treatment procedure enables maintaining uteroplacental circulation during cesarean section while secur…
View article: Unilateral Vocal Cord Paralysis of a Great Jewish Opera Singer
Unilateral Vocal Cord Paralysis of a Great Jewish Opera Singer Open
George London was one of the most compelling vocal artists of the early twentieth century. At the age of 47, the great bass-baritone retired from singing. It has been suggested that the premature ending of his operatic career was due to un…
View article: Iatrogenic seeding of osteosarcoma in a tracheotomy tract – a case report
Iatrogenic seeding of osteosarcoma in a tracheotomy tract – a case report Open
Key Clinical Message Here, we describe the first reported case of osteosarcoma occurring postsurgically in a tracheotomy tract, highlighting the possibility of osteosarcoma seeding during head and neck surgery. Preventative measures such a…
View article: Skull Base Reconstruction in the Pediatric Patient
Skull Base Reconstruction in the Pediatric Patient Open
Introduction Pediatric skull base and craniofacial reconstruction presents a unique challenge since the potential benefits of therapy must be balanced against the cumulative impact of multimodality treatment on craniofacial growth, donor-s…
View article: Minimally Invasive Surgery for Resection of Parapharyngeal Space Tumors
Minimally Invasive Surgery for Resection of Parapharyngeal Space Tumors Open
Background Surgical removal of parapharyngeal space tumors (PPST) poses challenges due to the complex anatomy of the region. PPSTs are routinely resected by a transcervical approach using blind finger dissection. Large PPSTs or those locat…
View article: Endoscopic Endonasal Repair of Internal Carotid Artery Injury during Endoscopic Endonasal Surgery
Endoscopic Endonasal Repair of Internal Carotid Artery Injury during Endoscopic Endonasal Surgery Open
Background Injury to the cavernous portion of the internal carotid artery (ICA) during endoscopic skull base surgery is a well-recognized rare complication that can be associated with high rates of morbidity and mortality. Many techniques …