The alpha-chain of high-affinity receptor for IgE (FcepsilonRIalpha) gene polymorphisms and serum IgE levels.

Background: The high-affinity receptor for immunoglobulin-E (IgE) (FcepsilonRI) plays a major role in the pathogenesis of allergy, but there are only two published studies on its alpha subunit (FcepsilonRIalpha) genetic variability in allergic diseases.

Aims Of The Study: Mutational screening in the region of the FcepsilonRIalpha gene promoter and the first exon with subsequent genetic variability assessment in allergic patients and a random population sample.

Methods: Allergic subjects were individuals with asthma or urticaria.

[Functional assessment of posterior cordotomy in patients with bilateral vocal fold paralysis].

Unlabelled: Surgical treatment of bilateral vocal fold paralysis must be undertaken if such a condition lasts 6-12 months or longer and causes dyspnoea. The purpose of the procedures is to assure proper airflow through the glottis and to preserve good voice and unimpaired swallowing. Modern endoscopic surgery of the glottis is performed with CO2 laser.