This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of the profunda artery perforator (PAP) flap in head and neck reconstruction./r/nA single arm meta-analysis was performed for flap survival rate (primary outcome), reoperation for major complication, and overall complication rates (secondary […]

This case report describes a full-term infant with a cleft palate who experienced malnutrition because of the delayed introduction of a cleft-adapted bottle and identifies potential areas for improvement in clinical practice. The infant's weight for age z-score at birth was 0.05 and dropped to […]

The management of Condylar Head fractures (CHFs) has historically been with closed treatments(CTR); however, contemporary studies suggest that Open Reduction and Internal Fixation(ORIF) may produce better clinical and radiographic results. Our primary aim was to review the literature on the […]

Primary extracranial sinonasal meningiomas are one of the rarest tumours involving the head and neck region. Very few reports exist with additional involvement of the palato-antral region. A 45-year-old male presented with frequent episodes of epistaxis, complaints of nasal blockage and nasal […]

In this study, the associations between healthy lifestyles and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in middle-aged and elderly adults were investigated via data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) for the periods of 2005-2008 and 2015-2018./r/nA total of 6,406 participants […]

Bevacizumab, a monoclonal antibody targeting vascular endothelial growth factor receptors, has become a widely used treatment for various types of cancer, including metastatic colorectal cancer. However, while the benefits of bevacizumab in improving survival outcomes have been well-documented, it […]

Odontomas are the most common odontogenic tumours, often considered hamartomas rather than true neoplasms. These mixed tumours consist of fully differentiated dental tissues, including enamel, dentin, cementum, and pulp. Odontomas can be classified into compound and complex types. While typically […]

Cohen syndrome is a rare disease associated with neurodevelopmental disorders, especially intellectual disability (ID), neutropenia and recurrent infections are consistently reported in cases. Neutropenia is an important part of the syndrome, as well as ID. Homozygous variants in the VPS13B gene, […]

The size of the human cochlear, measured by the diameter of the basal turn, varies between 7 and 11 mm. For hearing rehabilitation with cochlear implants (CI), the size of the cochlear influences the individual frequency map and the choice of electrode length. OTOPLAN® (CAScination AG [Bern, […]

Aneurysmal bone cysts (ABCs) are benign but aggressive vascular lesions within bone. Orbital ABCs, though rare, are clinically significant due to the risk of debilitating symptoms such as vision loss./r/nOur systematic review was conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic […]

The current gold standard treatment for patients with orofacial clefts is surgical repair of the palatal defect (uranostaphylorrhaphy), which is associated with growth defects and hypoplasia of the maxillofacial structures. This trial aims to evaluate the potential of a bioengineered artificial […]

Mouth Opening Surgery with Release of Fused Tongue from Palate

Velopharyngeal Insufficiency Surgery with Pharyngoplasty for Nasal Speech Correction

An increasing number of studies have investigated the effect of various methods in avoiding complications in rhinoplasty. Our study aims to analyze the connections between various choices in rhinoplasty and the rate of multiple complications by summarizing results in related […]

Quantitative analysis of adenoid size plays a pivotal role in experimental research, and imaging examinations are extensively employed for this purpose. This study aims to investigate the impact of adenoidectomy/tonsillectomy on the maxillary growth and respiratory outcomes of children. A […]

Orofacial clefts are among the most prevalent birth defects, with severe medical and psychosocial consequences. Cleft lip with or without cleft palate (CL ± P) and cleft palate only (CPO) affect on average nearly 1/700 births worldwide. The cause of most non-syndromic cases is unknown. […]

Treatment of impacted upper incisors in a labially inverted position is challenging for orthodontists, and its prognosis has not been established in the literature. Thus, this systematic review aimed to determine the effectiveness and side effects of orthodontic traction of impacted maxillary […]

: To answer this research question: What are the effective wavelength, power, and energy density parameters for achieving dental movement acceleration? : Photobiomodulation (PBM) has been clinically studied for its ability to accelerate dental movements in orthodontics. However, its effectiveness […]

Comparing the outcomes of video-laryngoscopy and flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy for endotracheal intubation in patients with cervical spine immobilization./r/nAll of the comparative studies published in the PubMed, Cochrane Library, Medline, Web of Science, and EMBASE databases as of 8 Jan 2024 […]

Orbital compartment syndrome is a poorly understood complication of acute burns. The purpose of this systematic review is to summarize the literature describing orbital compartment syndrome in patients with burns to provide greater detail on risk factors and guide the management of this morbid […]

Infants with Pierre Robin sequence present with difficult airways due to their triad of micrognathia, glossoptosis, and cleft palate. This creates a difficult airway to intubate and ventilate. Typically, with various interventions and the growth of the mandible with age, the airway gets easier to […]

Crushed cartilage grafts improve augmentation and contour irregularities in rhinoplasty; however, they are associated with complications including resorption, asymmetries, palpability, and need for revision surgery./r/nA systematic review and meta-analysis following the preferred reporting items […]

Inherent complex angioarchitecture associated with ethmoidal dural arteriovenous fistulas (dAVFs) can make endovascular treatment methods challenging. Many surgical approaches are accompanied by unfavorable cosmetic results such as facial scarring. Blepharoplasty incision of the eyelid offers a […]

Despite the vast literature on submental liposuction, there are few studies describing its simultaneous association in orthognathic surgery. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the available evidence on the effectiveness of the combination between the 2 techniques./r/nThis study followed the […]

Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is a frequently reported adverse event following orthognathic surgery. The aim of this work is to conduct a systematic review of the literature on the subject, and to discuss the role of maxillofacial surgeons and the steps that can be taken to prevent or […]

The goal of this American Rhinologic Society Expert Practice Statement (EPS) is to provide recommendations and guidance through evidence-based consensus statements regarding pediatric septoplasty. This EPS was developed following the previously published methodology and approval process. The topics […]

This review aims to compare and evaluate the outcomes achieved by integrating technological aids and the influence of different implant designs in the reconstruction of post-traumatic orbital defects./r/nElectronic searches of the MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar databases […]

to investigate the ability of mandibular distraction osteogenesis (MDO) to avoid gastrostomy tube (G-tube)./r/nPubMed, EBSCOhost, Cochrane, and Embase./r/nWe retrospectively reviewed the number of MDO cases performed at our institution for patients with Robin Sequence (RS) over the past 10 years. […]

Double puncture arthrocentesis (DPA) of the temporomandibular joint (TMD) is considered an effective preservative option for managing mandibular condylar head fractures. However, the procedure is commonly performed by a traditional "blind" method using anatomical characteristics. In the present […]

Severe midface and maxillary hypoplasia can have an impact on an individual, either on the appearance, functions or psychologically. Based on literature review, severe maxillary hypoplasia with more than 25.0 mm reverse overjet in non-cleft and non-syndromic patients is very rare. It is more often […]

A study of ChatGPT found the artificial intelligence tool answered less than half of the test questions correctly from a study resource commonly used by physicians when preparing for board certification in ophthalmology.

A dentist inserting a tooth implant must know the exact location of the nerve canal in the patient's lower jaw to plan the size and position of the implant, along with the overall procedure. This requires X-ray images in which the dentist or radiologist manually specifies the location of the canal […]

January 2023 In this month's update you will find the new export functionality that allows you to safely export your clinical cases directly from CaseFolio to your device. The post New in January: case export appeared first on myAO.

January 2023 The radial forearm free flap (RFFF) is a flap with ideal characteristics for lip reconstruction because it is thin and can be folded to restore both the skin and the inner lining. The post myAO CMF clinical case roundup on RFFF reconstruction of the Upper Lip appeared first on myAO.

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