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).
Gaps in the Knowledge Base Regarding Surgery for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Experts agree that continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the gold standard for management of obstructive sleep apnea.
Office-Based FNA Thyroid Nodule Biopsies a Viable Option
Physicians can successfully perform ultrasound-guided (US) fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) of thyroid nodules in the office instead of referring patients to a hospital-based radiologist for the procedure, according to new data presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
Targeted Therapies + Chemo Show Activity in Recurrent/Metastatic Head And Neck Cancer
The targeted therapies erlotinib and cetuximab, in combination with standard chemotherapy regimens, are well tolerated and have very encouraging activity in recurrent/metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, according to two presentations at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2007 Annual Meeting in Chicago.
Stereotactic Radiotherapy Treats Skull Base Tumors: Part 2 of
Stereotactic radiotherapy is increasingly gaining favor as an attractive alternative to conventional surgery of the skull base and head and neck.
Oral Cancer Screening: A Necessary Part of Any Exam
Oral screening exams are inexpensive, are easy to perform, and have the potential to reduce the annual global mortality for oral cancer by tens of thousands of people.
Stereotactic Radiotherapy: A Growing Opportunity for Otolaryngologists: Part 1 of 2
Part 2 of this article will discuss treatment options for skull base tumors.
Ménière’s Disease: A Diagnosis of Exclusion with Controversial Therapies
Reimbursement and Outcome Measurement in Otolaryngology Practices: What the Government Can Do to You and for You
Contrary to popular belief, CMS is in the business of paying for quality care, not just the volume of care provided.
New Guidelines Developed to Manage Thyroid Nodules and Thyroid Cancer
Practice guidelines have recently been developed for patients with thyroid nodules and differentiated thyroid cancer.
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