Outcomes of static and dynamic facial nerve repair in head and neck cancer
Determine outcomes associated with nerve grafting versus static repair following facial nerve resection.Retrospective chart review.Charts from 105 patients who underwent facial nerve reconstruction between January 1999 and January 2009 were reviewed. The majority had parotid malignancy (78.1%), most commonly squamous cell carcinoma (50.5%). Patients underwent static (n = 72) or dynamic (n = 33) reconstruction with nerve grafting. Facial nerve function was measured using the House-Brackmann (H-B) scale.Patients receiving static reconstruction were on average 10.3 years older (P = .002). Mean overall survival for tumor cases was 61.9 months; parotid squamous cell carcinoma was associated with worse prognosis (P = .10). Median follow-up was 16.1 months (range, 4-96.1 months). Most (97%) patie......
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Childhood phaeochromocytoma and paraganglioma: 100% incidence of genetic mutations and 100% survival
Conclusions: All 7 cases had a familial genetic mutation identified, and none arose de novo. We advocate genetic counselling for all families of children diagnosed with phaeochromocytoma/PGL with lifelong surveillance tailored to the underlying syndrome because of the increased risk of synchronous and metachronous tumours associated with these genetic syndromes. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgery)...
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Medical and Surgical Complications in Pediatric Cochlear Implantation [Original Article]
Conclusions Complications of CI in children are common, with trauma as a major factor. Inner ear malformations should prompt specific preventive management. Cochlear implantation in young children did not appear to be a risk factor in this study. (Source: Archives of Otolaryngology)...
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Antibiotic Treatment Duration and Long‐Term Outcomes of Patients with Early Lyme Disease from a Lyme Disease–Hyperendemic Area
Conclusions. Patients treated for ⩽10 days with antibiotic therapy for early Lyme disease have long‐term outcomes similar to those of patients treated with longer courses. Treatment failure after appropriately targeted short‐course therapy, if it occurs, is exceedingly rare. (Source: Clinical Infectious Diseases Latest Issue)...
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Facial palsy in a 2-month-old infant with Kawasaki disease
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Letter to the editorDOI 10.1007/s00296-009-1361-1Authors
Rajoo Thapa, Upstate Medical University Department of Pediatrics, Golisano Children’s Hospital 750, E. Adams Street Syracuse NY 13210 USA
Journal Rheumatology InternationalOnline ISSN 1437-160XPrint ISSN 0172-8172 (Source: Rheumatology International)...
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Peginterferon--2b/ribavirin: Bell's palsy and exacerbation of choreiform movements: case report
(Source: Reactions)...
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[Peripheral Facial Palsy Accompanied by a Vesicular Rash on the ear and Hard Palate.]
We report on a 14-year-old boy who had RHS accompanied by meningitis. Polymerase chain reaction identified VZV in exudates from the geniculate zone of the ear, the hard palate and in the CSF.
PMID: 20052641 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis)...
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Two different forms of mumps-associated facial palsy
(Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology)...
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[Neuralgia of the intermediate nerve and facial palsy with or without herpes.]
Authors: Herrero-Velazquez S, Guerrero-Peral AL, Fuertes JJ, Rojo-Martinez E, Penas-Martinez ML, Cortijo E, Fernandez R
PMID: 20013721 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Revista de Neurologia)...
POSTED 11/30/2009 at 06:00 PM --
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Lyme borreliosis
Abstract: Lyme borreliosis is a tick-transmitted spirochaetal infection caused by pathogenic genospecies of Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato. It occurs in wooded and heathland areas of temperate regions of the northern hemisphere. The most common clinical presentation is an erythematous rash slowly spreading from the site of a tick bite. Spirochaetes can spread hamatogenously and affect other organs and tissues, particularly the nervous system and joints. Manifestations of disseminated infection include facial palsy, viral-like meningitis, radiculopathy, meningoencephalitis and arthritis. The infection responds to antibiotic treatment at all stages, but early recognition and treatment is strongly recommended to avoid possible development of complications. Patients with long-standing infecti......
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A prospective randomised controlled study on efficacies of acupuncture and steroid in treatment of idiopathic peripheral facial paralysis.
CONCLUSION: The efficacies of acupuncture, steroid and conventional expectant treatment (natural course of recovery) in idiopathic peripheral facial palsy (Bell's palsy) in the study were the same with respect to the degree of recovery and speed of recovery.
PMID: 19942723 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acupuncture in Medicine : journal of the British Medical Acupuncture Society)...
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In reference to The Effect of Study Design and Analysis Methods on Recovery Rates in Bell's Palsy
No abstract. (Source: The Laryngoscope)...
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Bell's palsy: Study calls for rethink of cause and treatment
Drugs widely prescribed to treat facial paralysis in Bell's palsy are ineffective and are based on false notions of the cause of the condition, according to researchers. They say research must now focus on discovering other potential causes and treatments. (Source: ScienceDaily Headlines)...
POSTED 11/28/2009 at 09:43 AM --
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Browlift - A South East Asian Experience.
Conclusion: Browlift provides satisfactory results for both patient and surgeon. A comprehensive knowledge and proper surgical technique, along with a thorough discussion with patients about the pros and cons of each procedure are essential to obtain optimal outcomes.
PMID: 19929658 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Orbit)...
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[Sequelae of peripheral facial palsy.]
CONCLUSIONS: In our study we found that sequelae are more frequent after facial palsy when there is significant axonal loss. This work shows other risk factors so far not mentioned in the literature, such as female gender and left-side involvement.
PMID: 19939340 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Acta Otorrinolaringologica Espanola)...
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Prognostic value of a three-grade classification in primary epithelial parotid carcinoma: Result of a histological review from a 20-year experience of total parotidectomy with neck dissection in a single institution
Conclusion: This study identifies the prognostic significance of intermediate grade tumours. (Source: European Journal of Cancer)...
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Nervous system dysfunction in Henoch-Schonlein syndrome: systematic review of the literature
Conclusions. In Henoch–Schönlein syndrome, signs of nervous system dysfunction are uncommon but clinically relevant. This review helps clinicians managing Henoch–Schönlein syndrome with nervous system dysfunction. (Source: Rheumatology)...
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Bell's Palsy - Facts and Information
Bell's palsy may also develop over a period of days. Because of the time period that it takes, rather quickly, people may think that they are experiencing a stroke, something that happens when a blood vessel in their brain becomes clogged or bursts. (Source: Disabled World)...
POSTED 11/12/2009 at 10:40 AM --
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Soft tissue facial morphometry in subjects with Moebius syndrome
In conclusion, patients with Moebius syndrome had a tendency towards a skeletal Class II pattern. These morphological variations may be the combined effect of a general alteration of the motor and sensitive facial nerves, including the trigeminal nerve, and of a maldevelopment of the brainstem. (Source: European Journal of Oral Sciences)...
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2010 ASN Abstracts
Conclusion: VBD can enlarge to significant dimensions, producing compressive symptoms in the brainstem, as well as thrombosis and ischemic strokes. SACE of the dolichoectasia can be effective for the vessel reconstruction, to prevent progression of the dilatation, and other potential clinical events. 3. Three Case Reports of Multiple Carotid and/or Vertebral Artery Dissections in Female Mei Lu, Heather Gornik, Esteban Cheng Ching, Vikram Kashyap, Rishi Gupta Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH 44195, United States Introduction: Multiple carotid and/or vertebral artery dissections are rare. However, patients with multiple dissections can suffer from severe stroke, leading to significant mobility and mortality. The etiology underlying the bilateral carotid dissection is not clear. The......
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