Ultrasound, scintigraphy, 4D CT, and MRI all demonstrate utility when evaluating a patient with primary hyperparathyroidism.
What Is the Utility of Genetic Testing in Indeterminate Thyroid Nodules?
In addition to helping the patient avoid unnecessary diagnostic surgery, these assessments may provide critical insight as well as offer contemporary personalized treatment options for advanced disease.
Should Bedside Laryngoscopy Be Routinely Performed Following Thyroidectomy?
The role and timing of routine bedside layngoscopy following thyroidectomy remain controversial.
What Is the Role of Radiofrequency Ablation for Benign Thyroid Nodules?
Radiofrequency ablation for benign thyroid nodule has recently gained traction among otolaryngologists for patients seeking a nonsurgical treatment option.
Should We Routinely Use Pulmonary Function Testing in the Management of Subglottic Stenosis?
Pulmonary function testing is useful in the evaluation and management of subglottic stenosis because it provides a precise and objective functional assessment of obstruction.
What Is the Role of Laryngoscopy in Angioedema Isolated to the Lips, Without Laryngeal Symptoms?
Patients with isolated face and lip angioedema, with no signs/symptoms of laryngeal and pharyngeal involvement, can be individually assessed for the need of laryngoscopy.
Are Neuromodulating Medications Effective for Treatment of Chronic Neurogenic Cough?
The use of neuromodulators appears to be helpful in patients with chronic idiopathic/ neurogenic cough
Is Laryngeal Framework Surgery Safe in the Radiated Larynx?
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Should Adult Surgical Tracheostomies Include a Bjork Flap?
Available evidence suggests the clear safety of the bjork flap, but there is not enough of it to recommend it at this time
What Is the Best Management of Asymptomatic Unilateral Tonsillar Enlargement?
There is little evidence to support that UTE always requires tonsillectomy to rule out lymphoma