A new committee of specialized otolaryngologists play a critical role in surgically repairing cleft lips and palates and caring for those born with these childhood conditions, but the general public and referring physicians are not always aware of their significant contributions.
Extended external rhinoplasty with bilateral marginal and alar base incisions provides access to the nasal part of the dermoid and excellent visualization of the anterior skull base for complete excision of large intracranial cysts in a cosmetically favorable manner.
Pediatric otolaryngologists who apply adult learning principles with trainees will maximize both the efficiency and efficacy of the learning process.
As compared to validated scales, the novel patient decision aid can reduce decisional conflict and shows potential use for parents.
The specific challenges of pediatric skull base surgery may be overcome with the adaptation of these techniques and the adoption of new instruments.
Post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage is a common and potentially life-threatening complication but there is no statistically significant increase in risk at the low or high range of commonly used clinical dosages.
Physician experts at the 2022 Triological Society Combined Sections Meeting discussed biologic therapy options for pediatrics chronic rhinosinusitis with polyps and recurrent respiratory papillomatosis.
Although OSA is known to lead to arousals and central apneas, no study has identified factors associated with CSA improvement following adenotonsillectomy.
Patients with EA/TEF frequently have aerodigestive sequelae, suggesting the need for early otolaryngology evaluation in their care.