Sirolimus: A Successful Medical Treatment for Head and Neck Lymphatic Malformations.

Lymphatic malformations are abnormalities that arise in the developing lymphatic system, most frequently presenting in the head and neck. They are typically treated with sclerotherapy, laser therapy, or surgery for localized lesions. Sirolimus, an inhibitor of the mammalian target of rapamycin, is a relatively new medical therapy for the treatment of vascular malformations.

Deep Parotid Lobe Abscess Presenting with Dysphagia and Trismus.

An abscess of the deep parotid lobe is an uncommon complication of acute parotitis. Characterized by warm erythematous facial skin and ipsilateral cheek swelling, parotid abscesses have often been associated with decreased saliva production and immunodeficiency. We offer a case of a large deep parotid lobe abscess presenting similarly to a peritonsillar mass, causing significant odynophagia and difficulty swallowing.

Neuroprotective effect of resveratrol prophylaxis on experimental retinal ischemic injury.

The purpose of the present study was to investigate whether systemically administered resveratrol can protect against acute retinal ischemic reperfusion injury. Two groups of adult male Sprague Dawley rats (n = 6 per group) were used for this study. Resveratrol (30 mg/kg) or an equal volume of vehicle (30% Solutol HS 15 in 0.