The use of systemic corticosteroids in PTA can reduce pain and trismus, resulting in an earlier return to normal diet and activities
Longitudinal studies suggest e-cigarettes to be no more effective than already existing smoking cessation product
Longitudinal studies suggest e-cigarettes to be no more effective than already existing smoking cessation product
What Is the Role of Flap Reconstruction in Salvage Total Laryngectomy?
The choice of flap used in onlay reconstruction depends on patient factors, donor site morbidity, and the availability of technical expertise for microvascular anastomosis
What Is Optimal Treatment for Presbyphonia?
Voice therapy, injection laryngoplasty, and bilateral medialization thyroplasty are all appropriate choices for treatment of the aging voice
Extracapsular Dissection versus Supercial Parotidectomy for Benign Parotid Tumors
Extracapsular dissection can be an effective and low-risk method for removing benign, supercial parotid tumors that are less than 4 cm
Are Prophylactic Antibiotics Useful in the Management of Facial Fractures?
Video head impulse testing, vestibular evoked myogenic potential testing improve ability to probe end organ function, identify vestibular dysfunction
What Is the Best Test for Pediatric Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?
Evidence suggests a 24-hour pH probe (pHP) and multichannel esophageal intralumenal impedance testing is superior to pHP alone
Is Percutaneous Dilational Tracheotomy Equivalent to Traditional Open Surgical Tracheotomy With Regard to Peri-Operative and Post-Operative Complications?
PDT appears to be a safe alternative to open surgical tracheotomy, although it may increase risk of asymptomatic tracheal stenosis
What is the Best Treatment for Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma?
Most studies point toward hemithyroidectomy as adequate treatment for PTMC without sacrificing locoregional control
Is Partial Tonsillectomy Equivalent to Total Tonsillectomy for Obstructive Symptoms?
Partial tonsillectomy is equivalent to total tonsillectomy for the treatment of obstructive symptoms in children; however the outcomes are not standardized and many studies are limited