Pediatric extraesophageal reflux disease (EERD) refers to the manifestations of gastroesophageal reflux that arise outside of the gastrointestinal tract.
Residency versus Fellowship in Otolaryngology: What is Practiced and Referred after Graduation?
Two studies presented at recent Triological Society meetings, both of which surveyed former otolaryngology residents about current otolaryngology surgical training and postgraduate practice and referrals, shed light on the direction in which the specialty’s training may need to move.
Stereotactic Radiation an Option for Acoustic Neuromas But Hearing Loss a Risk
Although stereotactic radiation provides a noninvasive approach to treating acoustic neuromas, it also carries the risk of hearing loss over time for a sizable portion of patients, according to experts.
Snoring Treatments Available, But Are Rarely Completely Successful
Snoring is a common complaint of patients (and their spouses) treated by otolaryngologists.
Evidence Suggests a Novel and Simple Way to Detect SIDS Susceptibility at Birth
If recent evidence showing that a hearing injury in infants is a predictor of susceptibility to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is validated with further studies, a perplexing and horrifying syndrome that has caused much consternation and anguish may potentially be detected by a simple hearing test at birth.
‘Mind-Body-Spirit’: Holistic Otolaryngologists Have a Different Perspective
Of the more than 13,000 health care providers who are members of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, exactly three of them officially practice holistic otolaryngology as members of the American Holistic Medical Association, which itself is only about 1,000 members strong and just now entering its 30th year.
Selecting the Right Patients Is Key for Chemoradiation Success
Head and neck cancer care has been undergoing a paradigm shift over the past decade, moving from a surgery-based approach to one that increasingly relies on chemoradiation (CRT).
Patient-Reported Outcomes Assessment in the Practice Setting: Part 2: Setting Up an Outcomes Assessment Program in Your Practice
Disease-specific outcomes measures in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery can be completed by your patients before and after treatment, enabling tracking of these important outcomes with a minimum of disruption to the normal practice routine
‘Doctor, My Ear Hurts’: Diagnosing Referred Otalgia
Otalgia is a common complaint of patients presenting to both general practice and otolaryngology clinics.
FDA Guidance on Sinusitis and Its Potential Impact on Treatment
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