How to Avoid These 10 Difficult Airway Pitfalls
Evan Lee Salim
Calling an ENT surgeon only as a last resort for a deteriorating patient with a difficult airway, underestimating the risks posed by pre-existing medical conditions that render airways a minefield,…
Otolaryngology (ENT) & Medical Science
The Battle of the Bots Comes to Prior Authorization
The administrative landscape of healthcare is undergoing a profound transformation, as artificial intelligence (AI) increasingly infiltrates the complex and often contentious process of prior authorization. What was once a manual,…
Should Transcervical Arterial Ligation Be Performed During Transoral Robotic Surgery?
The debate surrounding the routine use of transcervical arterial ligation (TCAL) alongside transoral robotic surgery (TORS) for human papillomavirus (HPV)-mediated oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPC) is gaining momentum within the…
Operating Room or In Office for RCPD Botulinum Toxin Injection
Retrograde cricopharyngeal dysfunction (RCPD), a condition colloquially known as "no burp syndrome," is increasingly recognized as a significant contributor to patient discomfort and a diminished quality of life. Characterized by…
The Real Question Behind Emergency Department Call Coverage
The landscape of healthcare, particularly the provision of emergency medical services, is undergoing a profound transformation, prompting a critical re-evaluation of traditional models of physician responsibility and hospital obligation. A…
The Use of Water Sac Dilation in Resecting Parapharyngeal Space Benign Tumor via Transoral Approach
Parapharyngeal space tumors, though rare, pose a significant surgical challenge due to their deep location and proximity to critical neurovascular structures. A recent study conducted at Zhengzhou Central Hospital in…
Residency Factors Influencing Likelihood of Pursuing Pediatric Otolaryngology Fellowship
A recent retrospective cohort study has identified key characteristics within otolaryngology residency programs that significantly correlate with a higher likelihood of graduates pursuing fellowship training in pediatric otolaryngology. The findings,…
Gender Identity Disparities in Early Adolescent Sleep: Findings from the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development Study
A groundbreaking analysis of data from the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study has revealed significant sleep disparities among transgender early adolescents, highlighting a critical area of concern for youth…
Artificial intelligence in the diagnosis of cholesteatoma: a systematic review of current evidence
The burgeoning field of artificial intelligence (AI) is demonstrating remarkable promise in revolutionizing medical diagnostics, with a recent systematic review highlighting its significant potential in the accurate identification and staging…
Voices of Leadership: Challenges Faced by Female Facial Plastic Surgeons and Considerations for Future Generations
Women are increasingly carving out leadership roles within the competitive and historically male-dominated field of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. However, a recent qualitative study reveals that despite growing representation,…
