Instrument Cleaning Inconsistent, but Crucial
Oversights can lead to harm, but some measures are overkill
Features
Experts Discuss HPV-Positive Head and Neck Cancer
De-intensifying both surgical and radiation treatment can be effective in some patients
Treatment Options for Vocal Fold Paralysis
In some cases, avoiding a rush to open surgery can lead to the best results
Departments
Dear Anti-Certification Movement: Be Careful What You Ask For
The movement could end professional self-regulation
Ethical Implications of Burnout in Residents
Burnout is a major issue that needs to be recognized, understood, and mitigated
How to Encourage Residents to Speak up
Encouraging communication at all levels is a cornerstone of medical education—and patient safety
Other
Literature Reviews
Hearing Loss Associated with Higher Incidence of Dementia
A growing body of literature suggests that hearing loss and dementia are interrelated
Literature Reviews
Vocal Fold Hemorrhage Has Little Impact on Vocal Function and Health
Vocal fold hemorrhage appears to have no significant longterm impact on vocational stability, subjective voice quality, or vocal function perceptions
Literature Reviews
Post-Discharge Care Fragmentation Leads to Increased Risks for Patients with HN Cancer
Head and neck cancer patients experiencing care fragmentation are at increased risk of in-hospital mortality within 30 days of readmission
Literature Reviews
MRI Is Cost-Effective for Diagnosing Asymmetric SNHL
Pursuing MRI in patients with documented ASNHL is more cost-effective than observation
Literature Reviews
Antibiotics Show Limited Effectiveness in Eosinophilic CRS-Associated Inflammation
The use of antibiotics without independent anti-inflammatory properties have limited efficacy in patients with eCRS
Current Management of Primary Snoring
Otolaryngologists should educate snorers about possible health implications as they work to find solutions
TRIO Best Practices
What Are Management Options for Chronic Cough in Children
The only treatments that have been clearly shown to be effective are antibiotics for wet CC and inhaled steroids for dry CC
TRIO Best Practices
What Is the Role of Endoscopic Sinus Surgery In Patients With Cystic Fibrosis?
TRIO Best Practice articles are brief, structured reviews designed to provide the busy clinician with a handy outline and reference for day-to-day clinical decision making. The ENTtoday summaries below include […]
TRIO Best Practices
Updated Optimal Management of Single-Sided Deafness
As a best practice, it is reasonable to consider a sequential interventional approach for SSD patients