Improving readability and comprehension levels of otolaryngology patient education materials using ChatGPT.

Objective: A publicly available large language learning model platform may help determine current readability levels of otolaryngology patient education materials, as well as translate these materials to the recommended 6th-grade and 8th-grade reading levels.

Study Design: Cross-sectional analysis.

Setting: Online using large language learning model, ChatGPT.

Vocal Fold Paralysis Following Benign Thyroid Nodule Laser Thermal Ablation.

Laser thermal ablation (LTA) is an increasingly common procedure to treat benign and malignant thyroid nodules, allowing patients to avoid thyroidectomy. There are few reported postprocedural complications of LTA among patients with benign thyroid nodules. While vocal fold paralysis is a well-known potential complication after thyroidectomy, we present the first case report of vocal fold paralysis following LTA.

Use of the 445-nm Blue Laser for Management of Early Glottic Carcinoma: Preliminary 1-Year Results.

Objective: To analyze oncological efficacy and voice outcomes of the 445-nm blue laser (BL) in the treatment of early glottic carcinoma and compare results with the 532-nm potassium-titanyl-phosphate (KTP) laser.

Study Design: Single institution, retrospective chart review.

Methods: All patients who underwent microlaryngoscopic KTP or BL laser excision of early glottic carcinoma from 2018 to the present day with at least 1-year follow-up were included.

Dysphagia as a predictor of voice handicap and voice restoration in unilateral vocal fold immobility.

Objective: Dysphagia is multifactorial in unilateral vocal fold immobility (UVFI). Severe dysphagia could indicate greater functional deficits in UVFI. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the association of dysphagia with the need for surgical voice restoration in patients with UVFI.

Predictors of Clinical Outcomes in Adult Laryngotracheal Stenosis.

Objectives: Sequelae of laryngotracheal stenosis (LTS) can be devastating, often necessitating tracheostomy. This study aims to describe the characteristics and outcomes of patients with LTS and identify risk factors for long-term tracheostomy dependence stratified by etiology.

Methods: A retrospective chart review was performed on 215 patients diagnosed with LTS from 09/01/2011 to 12/31/2020.