First Bite Syndrome Following Rhytidectomy: A Case Report.

Background: First bite syndrome (FBS) is a known complication of parotid gland resection, parapharyngeal space dissection, and cervical sympathetic chain injury. It can be described as severe cramping or spasms in the parotid region triggered by the first bite of a meal, with the pain lessening during each subsequent bite. Although dissection for a rhytidectomy is in the vicinity of the parotid parenchyma, face-lift is not typically characterized as a procedure that can lead to FBS.

Cautery-assisted palatal stiffening operation for obstructive sleep apnea: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: To systematically review outcomes for cautery-assisted palatal stiffening operation (CAPSO) as a treatment for adult obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

Methods: Five databases (including PubMed/MEDLINE) were searched through July 12, 2017.

Results: Eight studies (307 patients) met criteria.