The palatine tonsils and adenoids are also lymphoid tissues that may help defend against infections of the upper respiratory tract, bringing into question whether tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy might hinder immune response.
Hearing Impairment in Pediatric Population Associated with Higher Prevalence of Loneliness
Most existing studies have found that hearing impairment results in a higher prevalence of social isolation and loneliness in the pediatric population.
Coagulation Panels Rarely Useful to Detect Pediatric Occult Coagulopathy Before Post-Tonsillectomy Hemorrhage
Obtaining coagulation panels in pediatric patients presenting with post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage is rarely useful and diagnosing a coagulopathy is uncommon.
Caliper Measurement a Reliable Assessment Tool Following Pediatric Cranial Reconstruction
Caliper measurements are a simple and reliable way to assess cranial vault proportionality with growth after cranial vault reconstruction
Neurologic Comorbidities and Failure to Thrive Associated with Unsuccessful Decannulation After Pediatric Tracheostomy
A look at the factors most significantly associated with successful decannulation and long-term outcomes in children undergoing tracheostomy.
Infant Tracheotomy Decannulation Status Based on Indications for Procedure
For pediatric tracheotomy patients under years of age, the likelihood of and time to decannulation varies based on indication for the tracheostomy.
Tablet Game Found Comparable to Standard Hearing Screening for Children
Tablet game audiometry as a screening tool performs well in a controlled setting and can be considered a reliable screening method for school-age children.
MRI Induction Room as Safe as OR for Pediatric Patients Undergoing DISE
There were no significant complications for drug-induced sleep endoscopies (DISE) performed on child patients in the operating room or in the MRI induction room.
Here are Best Practices to Help Ensure Safety in Pediatric Otolaryngology During the Coronavirus Pandemic
These are recommendations that pediatric otolaryngologists can adopt to provide effective care for their COVID-19 patients and ensure safety for themselves, other healthcare workers, and their patients.
Neurologic Comorbidities, Failure to Thrive Negatively Affect Pediatric Decannulation
Younger age at tracheostomy and longer cannulation period were associated with higher late postoperative complication rates.
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