Better chemotherapy and aggressive chemoradiation have contributed to improved locoregional control and survival for head and neck cancer.
Dartmouth Atlas Takes Aim at Excess Utilization of Medical Resources
Triptans Prove Helpful in Treating ‘Sinus Headaches
Researchers recommended that otolaryngologists might empirically treat selected patients with sinus headaches as if these patients actually had migraines, following study results illustrating that the use of triptans brought relief to more than 80% of these individuals.
Steroidal Sprays for Rhinosinusitis: Experts Assess a Review
In a review of the literature published in The Cochrane Library, two Israeli authors conclude that the use of topical corticosteroid nasal sprays-either alone or in combination with antibiotic therapy-shows an advantage over placebo in the treatment of the symptoms of acute rhinosinusitis.
Induction Chemotherapy for Base of Tongue Cancer Under Study
Pediatric Extraesophageal Reflux Disease: A Diagnostic Dilemma
Snoring Treatments Available, But Are Rarely Completely Successful
Snoring is a common complaint of patients (and their spouses) treated by otolaryngologists.
FDA Guidance on Sinusitis and Its Potential Impact on Treatment
Fungal Theory Debated in Amphotericin B Controversy
Affecting more than 30 million Americans, chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) has been a frustrating disease with no long-lasting results from traditional steroidal and antibiotic treatment, or from surgery. With both clinicians and patients desperate for a solution, it is not surprising that hope-and controversy-has arisen over a potential new therapy.
BPPV: State of the Art in Diagnosis And Treatment
Vertigo is a complaint that often causes patients to seek a consultation with an otolaryngologist.