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View article: Association Between Iron Overload and the Risk of Ocular Hypertension, Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma, and Normal-Tension Glaucoma
Association Between Iron Overload and the Risk of Ocular Hypertension, Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma, and Normal-Tension Glaucoma Open
Our findings suggest that patients with iron overload may benefit from targeted ophthalmologic referral, particularly those with visual symptoms or additional risk factors. The association between iron dysregulation and glaucoma highlights…
View article: Evaluation of single-port TORS tongue base resection for obstructive sleep apnea: safety and patient outcomes
Evaluation of single-port TORS tongue base resection for obstructive sleep apnea: safety and patient outcomes Open
Tongue base resection for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) using the da Vinci robotic system has been widely reported as a treatment option. Nevertheless, the relatively high incidence of perioperative hemorrhage associated with the single-po…
View article: Engineering Cobalt-Based Bimetallic Compounds via NH<sub>4</sub>F-Directed ZIF67 Transformation for Battery–Supercapacitor Hybrids with Enhanced Energy Storage Performance
Engineering Cobalt-Based Bimetallic Compounds via NH<sub>4</sub>F-Directed ZIF67 Transformation for Battery–Supercapacitor Hybrids with Enhanced Energy Storage Performance Open
Cobalt-based compounds have attracted considerable attention as electroactive materials for energy storage owing to their high theoretical capacitance and cost-effectiveness. Zeolitic imidazolate framework-67 (ZIF67) is a cobalt-containing…
View article: Chondroitin sulfate protects against synaptic impairment caused by fluorosis through the Erk1/2-MMP-9 signaling pathway
Chondroitin sulfate protects against synaptic impairment caused by fluorosis through the Erk1/2-MMP-9 signaling pathway Open
View article: Genetic susceptibility associated with hospitalization due to respiratory syncytial virus in a group of Taiwanese children: a preliminary study
Genetic susceptibility associated with hospitalization due to respiratory syncytial virus in a group of Taiwanese children: a preliminary study Open
Background Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading cause of lower respiratory tract infections in young children worldwide. While several risk factors for severe RSV illness are known, the role of host genetic susceptibility remains…
View article: Spontaneous Activity in Laryngeal Electromyography for Prognosis Prediction for Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis
Spontaneous Activity in Laryngeal Electromyography for Prognosis Prediction for Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis Open
Objective This study aims to examine the prognostic significance of spontaneous activity (SA) detected by laryngeal electromyography (LEMG) in patients with unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP). Study Design A prospective observational c…
View article: Association of Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 Inhibitors with Glaucoma Risk in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Nationwide Cohort Study
Association of Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 Inhibitors with Glaucoma Risk in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Nationwide Cohort Study Open
View article: A systematic review and network meta-analysis of surgical interventions for glaucoma following penetrating keratoplasty
A systematic review and network meta-analysis of surgical interventions for glaucoma following penetrating keratoplasty Open
This study aims to compare the effectiveness and safety of surgical interventions for secondary glaucoma following penetrating keratoplasty (PKP) through a network meta-analysis. PubMed, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Emba…
View article: Vulnerable parafoveal microcirculation quadrant in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Vulnerable parafoveal microcirculation quadrant in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus Open
View article: Long-Term Assessment of Speech and Swallowing Function in Laryngopharyngeal Cancer Patients After J-Flap Reconstruction
Long-Term Assessment of Speech and Swallowing Function in Laryngopharyngeal Cancer Patients After J-Flap Reconstruction Open
Objectives. A novel J-shaped anterolateral thigh (ALT) flap reconstruction technique was developed to simultaneously restore swallowing and speech functions in patients following total laryngopharyngectomy. This study aimed to assess the o…
View article: Development of patient-tailored preoperative assessment of percutaneous vertebroplasty
Development of patient-tailored preoperative assessment of percutaneous vertebroplasty Open
Percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP), a minimally invasive surgery technique, has become the common treatment for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCF). The complications of PVP will lead to severe damage to spinal neuro systems…
View article: The clinical impact of primary granulocyte-colony stimulating factor prophylaxis in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia who underwent induction chemotherapy
The clinical impact of primary granulocyte-colony stimulating factor prophylaxis in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia who underwent induction chemotherapy Open
ALL-HR patients with G-CSF prophylaxis were associated with reduction of febrile neutropenia episodes. Occurrence of severe ileus, oral mucositis, hyperglycemia, CVC placement, or prolonged neutropenia were associated with severe infection…
View article: Preliminary Report of Nationwide COVID-19 Vaccine Compensation in Taiwan
Preliminary Report of Nationwide COVID-19 Vaccine Compensation in Taiwan Open
The potential adverse effects of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccinations raise public concerns. Data from Taiwan’s Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) can provide valuable insights. This study analyzed the preliminary appli…
View article: Preliminary Report of Nationwide COVID-19 Vaccine Compensation in Taiwan
Preliminary Report of Nationwide COVID-19 Vaccine Compensation in Taiwan Open
The potential adverse effects of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccinations raise public concerns. Data from Taiwan’s Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) can provide valuable insights. This study analyzed preliminary applicati…
View article: Upfront Surgery Versus Upfront Concurrent Chemoradiotherapy as Primary Modality in Hypopharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Upfront Surgery Versus Upfront Concurrent Chemoradiotherapy as Primary Modality in Hypopharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Importance The management of hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (HPSCC) continues to be one of the most formidable challenges in the realm of head and neck oncology. Objectives The aim of this meta-analysis was to evaluate the disparit…
View article: A Radiotherapy Dose Map-Guided Deep Learning Method for Predicting Pathological Complete Response in Esophageal Cancer Patients after Neoadjuvant Chemoradiotherapy Followed by Surgery
A Radiotherapy Dose Map-Guided Deep Learning Method for Predicting Pathological Complete Response in Esophageal Cancer Patients after Neoadjuvant Chemoradiotherapy Followed by Surgery Open
Esophageal cancer is a deadly disease, and neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy can improve patient survival, particularly for patients achieving a pathological complete response (ypCR). However, existing imaging methods struggle to accurately pr…
View article: Pathophysiological Mechanisms Underlying Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis in Female Patients: An Ultrasonographic Study
Pathophysiological Mechanisms Underlying Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis in Female Patients: An Ultrasonographic Study Open
Objectives. Laryngeal ultrasonography (LUS) has been suggested as an alternative diagnostic tool for unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP). The present study applied LUS and quantitative laryngeal electromyography (LEMG) in female UVFP pa…
View article: Non-meningeal, non-pulmonary cryptococcosis with limited posterior uveitis in a kidney organ transplant recipient with antibody-mediated rejection: a case report
Non-meningeal, non-pulmonary cryptococcosis with limited posterior uveitis in a kidney organ transplant recipient with antibody-mediated rejection: a case report Open
Background Cryptococcosis is one of the most frequent fungal eye infections in patients with immunosuppression. Currently, treatment approaches for non-meningeal, non-pulmonary cryptococcosis are based on those used for cryptococcal mening…
View article: Aerodynamic Performance and Neuromuscular Control in Patients with Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis
Aerodynamic Performance and Neuromuscular Control in Patients with Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis Open
Unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP) causes glottal incompetence and poor vocal efficiency. The influence of laryngeal neuromuscular control on aerodynamics in UVFP remains unclear. This study investigated the relationship between laryng…
View article: Palatal hybrid surgery for obstructive sleep apnea-state-of-the-art annotation of uvulopalatopharyngoplasty
Palatal hybrid surgery for obstructive sleep apnea-state-of-the-art annotation of uvulopalatopharyngoplasty Open
Palatal hybrid surgery using tissue-specific maneuver annotates UPPP in concept and technique. The results show that palatal hybrid surgery is mini-invasive with low morbid and is effective in improving subjective clinic symptoms, objectiv…
View article: Persistence of lower vocal intensity in vocal fold paralysis with cricothyroid impairment after hyaluronate injection
Persistence of lower vocal intensity in vocal fold paralysis with cricothyroid impairment after hyaluronate injection Open
Background Unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP) affects the glottal gap, voice, and aerodynamics, whereas injection laryngoplasty (IL) using hyaluronate is an effective treatment for UVFP by decreasing the glottal gap to improve voice. P…
View article: Transoral Tongue Suspension for Obstructive Sleep Apnea—A Preliminary Study
Transoral Tongue Suspension for Obstructive Sleep Apnea—A Preliminary Study Open
Objectives: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of a novel technique for transoral tongue suspension (TOTS) in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients. Material and Methods: The retrospective study enrolled 24 consecutive OSA patients (21 m…
View article: Volumetric Changes after Coblation Ablation Tongue (CAT) in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients
Volumetric Changes after Coblation Ablation Tongue (CAT) in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients Open
Background: Obstruction of the tongue is commonly seen in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This study proposed whole tongue treatment using coblation ablation tongue (CAT) and aimed to explore the potential association between …
View article: Comprehensive Evaluation of Vocal Outcomes and Quality of Life after Total Laryngectomy and Voice Restoration with J-Flap and Tracheoesophageal Puncture
Comprehensive Evaluation of Vocal Outcomes and Quality of Life after Total Laryngectomy and Voice Restoration with J-Flap and Tracheoesophageal Puncture Open
Background: Tracheoesophageal puncture with a voice prosthesis is the gold standard for speech rehabilitation in patients that receive a laryngopharyngectomy. However, a novel surgical technique, using a tubularized anterolateral tight fla…
View article: Carcinoma Showing Thymus-like Differentiation (CASTLE) with Synchronous Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma: A Case Report and Review
Carcinoma Showing Thymus-like Differentiation (CASTLE) with Synchronous Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma: A Case Report and Review Open
Carcinoma showing thymus-like differentiation (CASTLE) is a rare malignant tumor that accounts for 0.1%–0.15% of all thyroid cancers. More than half of the patients have tumor extension to adjacent organs, including the recurrent laryngeal…
View article: Long-Lasting Effect after Single Hyaluronate Injection for Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis: Does Concentration Matter?
Long-Lasting Effect after Single Hyaluronate Injection for Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis: Does Concentration Matter? Open
Background: Early injection laryngoplasty (EIL) using hyaluronic acid (HA) is an effective treatment for glottic insufficiency in patients with acute unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP). Most patients benefit by showing improvement in v…
View article: Outcomes of Esophageal Cancer after Esophagectomy in the Era of Early Injection Laryngoplasty
Outcomes of Esophageal Cancer after Esophagectomy in the Era of Early Injection Laryngoplasty Open
(1) Background: severe weight loss was reported to be related to unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP) after esophagectomy and could thus impair survival. Concomitant radical lymph node dissection along the recurrent laryngeal nerve durin…
View article: Seeking Medical Assistance for Dysphonia Is Associated with an Improved Survival Rate in Laryngeal Cancer: Real-World Evidence
Seeking Medical Assistance for Dysphonia Is Associated with an Improved Survival Rate in Laryngeal Cancer: Real-World Evidence Open
(1) Background: Patients with laryngeal cancer usually present with dysphonia. However, some studies reported that the duration from dysphonia to cancer diagnosis has been prolonged significantly in recent years. This study aimed to evalua…
View article: Network Pharmacological Study of Yiyi-Fuzi-Baijiang powder in Treating Colorectal Cancer
Network Pharmacological Study of Yiyi-Fuzi-Baijiang powder in Treating Colorectal Cancer Open
This investigation dealt with the analysis of the active ingredients of Yiyi-Fuzi-Baijiang powder in the treatment of colorectal cancer using computer network pharmacology technology to predict the mechanism of action. The chemical constit…
View article: Parapharyngeal fat pad area at the subglosso-supraglottic level is associated with corresponding lateral wall collapse and apnea-hypopnea index in patients with obstructive sleep apnea: a pilot study
Parapharyngeal fat pad area at the subglosso-supraglottic level is associated with corresponding lateral wall collapse and apnea-hypopnea index in patients with obstructive sleep apnea: a pilot study Open
The aim of this study was to assess associations between fat pad areas at various anatomic levels and the sites of lateral wall collapse and disease severity in adult patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Forty-one patients with OSA…