Based on current evidence, Hyams grade should be integrated into counseling, prognostic models, and treatment planning for ONB patients.
Is Rhinoplasty Safe for Adolescents?
Rhinoplasty in adolescents requires a careful, evidence-based approach that considers skeletal maturity, psychosocial readiness, and ethical responsibility. Current guidelines suggest delaying elective procedures until nasal growth is complete.
Are Prophylactic Post-Operative Antibiotics Indicated for Uncomplicated Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery?
Current evidence indicates that the risk of meningitis and CNS infections after ESBS is low, especially in uncomplicated cases without CSF leaks. Post-operative antibiotics show no clear benefit in these patients and are not recommended. In cases with CSF leaks, the risk of infection is significantly higher, requiring careful management by the surgeon.
Does Dupilumab Improve Sinonasal Outcomes in AERD Patients?
Despite limited randomized trials specific to AERD, the consistent improvements in sinonasal outcomes across studies strongly support dupilumab as an effective treatment for AERD patients post-FESS.
What Is Considered Adequate Surgery for Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps?
Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is among the most prevalent chronic medical conditions globally. A survey of Canadian households reported the prevalence of CRS to be 5%. CRS is a clinical syndrome defined by persistent symptomatic inflammation of the mucosa in the nasal cavities and sinuses. A common subtype of CRS is CRS with nasal polyps (CRSwNP), which is identified through endoscopy or imaging
Is Topical Tranexamic Acid Effective in Treating Epistaxis?
Epistaxis is a common emergency department (ED) presentation. Many cases are self-limited, but other cases may require an intervention to stop bleeding. Methods to manage epistaxis include nasal compression, topical vasoconstrictors, cautery, nasal packing, and even surgical ligation in severe cases.
Is Elexacaftor/Tezacaftor/Ivacaftor Effective in Treating Sinonasal Disease in Patients with Cystic Fibrosis?
ETI has been shown to have positive effects on multiple organ systems in cystic fibrosis patients.
Elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor May be Effective in Treating Sinonasal Disease in Patients with Cystic Fibrosis
The combination of lexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor has been shown to have positive effects on multiple organ systems.
Using Mucosal Preservation Techniques in Endonasal Dacryocystorhinostomy Improves Long-Term Success
Although the number of randomized control trials is lacking, the current literature suggests mucosal flap preservation may improve outcomes following endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy.
What Really Works in Functional Rhinoplasty?
Functional rhinoplasty is an umbrella term used to describe the various surgical techniques that alter the external nasal structure with the goal of improving nasal breathing. Numerous techniques have been described and shown to be successful.
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