Transformative Spinal Surgery: Lateral Position Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Discectomy.

Introduction: Endoscopic spine surgery (ESS) is a minimally invasive technique that allows for direct visualization of spinal pathologies and has become a safe and effective alternative to traditional open spine surgery. Conventionally performed in the prone position, biportal endoscopy can also be done in the lateral position to avoid prone-associated complications. To our knowledge, the use of unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE) in the lateral position has not been previously reported.

Comparison of Osteoblastic Activity Around Endosseous Implants Placed with Osseodensification and Adaptive Osteotomy Techniques--A Split-Mouth Prospective Case-Control Study.

To compare the osteoblastic activity around dental implants placed via adaptive osteotomy and osseodensification techniques using bone scintigraphy in human subjects. A single-blinded, split-mouth design was conducted on two sites in each of the 10 subjects, with the adaptive osteotomy (n = 10) and osseodensification (n = 10) techniques for implant placement performed on either side of the D3-type bone in the posterior mandible. All participants were subjected to a multiphase bone scintigraphy test on the 15th, 45th, and 90th days after implant placement to evaluate the osteoblastic activity.

Congenital Laryngeal Cyst as a Rare Cause of Stridor in Infants: Two Case Reports.

Congenital laryngeal cysts are a rare cause of stridor in infants. These cysts may have serious clinical implications if not promptly recognized. A small laryngeal cyst may remain asymptomatic.

Intracranial Complication as a Manifestation of Clinical Onset in a Child With Insidious Ear Infection.

Acute mastoiditis is a common consequence of acute otitis media and may lead to intracranial complications. Common clinical presentations include otological complaints (i.e.

Impaired diffusing capacity for carbon monoxide is common in critically ill Covid-19 patients at four months post-discharge.

There is limited knowledge about the long-term effects on pulmonary function of COVID-19 in patients that required intensive care treatment. Spirometry and diffusing capacity for carbon monoxide (DLCO) were measured in 60 subjects at 3-6 months post discharge. Impaired lung function was found in 52% of the subjects, with reduced DLCO as the main finding.