ENTtoday: December 2022

A Look at the Status of Precision Diagnostic Techniques in Otolaryngology

Within a decade, otolaryngologists may use liquid biopsies to diagnose and guide the treatment of head and neck cancer, chronic rhinosinusitis, Ménière’s disease, and more.

Breaking Down the Positive and Negative Aspects of Direct-to-Consumer Advertising

Direct-to-consumer advertising is good at both providing information about a product, but also using imagery that signifies a happier life just within reach.

Talking to the Children Who Followed Their Parents into Otolaryngology

ENTtoday spoke with two parent–progeny pairs of otolaryngologists to find out what it’s like for them to share the same calling.

Competency-Based Otolaryngology Training Is Becoming More of a Fixture, But Needs to Be Fully Developed

In competency-based medical education, a medical resident must demonstrate the required knowledge and skill levels on a task before advancing to the next task.

Eating Assessment Tool-10 Useful in Dysphagia Screening at Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Clinics

The EAT-10 is an easy-to-administer dysphagia screening tool with good discriminant ability for use in ALS clinics.

How To: Oroantral Fistula Closure Using Double-Layered Flap

The aim of oroantral fistula management is to repair the defect, restoring the integrity of the sinus and oral cavity and preventing sinus infections.

Researchers Identify Actionable Recommendations to Support Childbearing Otolaryngology Residents

A look at what childbearing otolaryngology residents experience during pregnancy and they can best be supported.

How To: Scarless Chondrolaryngoplasty Through Endoscopic Transoral Vestibular Approach

Chondrolaryngoplasty is a procedure designed to reduce a conspicuous laryngeal prominence and feminize the neck.

What Is the Antidepressant, Anxiolytic, and ADHD Medication Rate Among Rhinoplasty Patients?

Rates of prescription medication use for anxiety, depression, and ADHD did not significantly differ between cases and controls in patients undergoing functional or aesthetic rhinoplasty.

Persistent Olfactory Dysfunction Caused by COVID-19 Affects Nearly One-Third of Patient Cohort

COVID-19 produced persistent olfactory dysfunction in 29% of cohort at a one-year follow-up evaluation.

Study Establishes SUVmax Cutoffs to Discriminate Benign and Malignant Lesions in the Palatine Tonsils

Tonsillectomy for patients with IFT displaying SUVmax >9.0, ratio >1.5, or symptoms or findings suggesting malignancy is recommended.

COVID Associated with Increased Attention on Articles in Otolaryngology Journals

COVID-19 pandemic was associated with an increase in volume, citations, and attention for both COVID and non-COVID articles in otolaryngology journals as compared to pre-COVID articles.

Letter from the Editor: Do We Really Understand What Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Mean?

Over the five years I’ve been editor of ENTtoday, we’ve showcased stories that aren’t published in peer-reviewed journals, highlighting otolaryngologist authors, artists, comedians, and athletes, and have often covered education, community service, and mentorship. We have […]

How To: Endoscopic Medial Orbitotomy for Lateral Access to Anterior Cranial Base Pathology

This technique may help to further expand the role of endoscopic endonasal approach for experienced skull-base teams.

How To: Endoscopic Posterior Rotation Flap for Posterior Glottic Insufficiency

INTRODUCTION Posterior glottic insufficiency (PGI) is a potential sequela of prolonged intubation. Sustained pressure from the endotracheal tube results in ulceration, erosion of the vocal process, and subsequent tissue loss of the medial […]