Central giant-cell granuloma in a patient with neurofibromatosis type 1: 7 years of follow-up.

Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is an autosomally dominant tumor suppressor syndrome and multisystem disease. Central giant-cell granulomas (CGCGs) can be seen in patients with NF1. A 21-year-old female was diagnosed with two CGCGs, one in the mandible and then one in the maxilla, in a 7-year period.

Treatment of a floppy epiglottis with upper airway stimulation therapy.

Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy of upper airway stimulation therapy in patients with a floppy epiglottis who have experienced continuous positive airway pressure failure or intolerance.

Methods: A retrospective single-center cohort study was conducted. Patients who received an Inspire Upper Airway Stimulation system and had a 1-year follow-up were included.

The impact of eye gaze on social interactions of females in virtual reality: The mediating role of the uncanniness of avatars and the moderating role of task type.

The introduction of the Metaverse and the rise of social virtual reality platforms such as VRChat has led to increased communication and collaboration in virtual reality. As interactions in social virtual reality take place through avatars, the behaviour, and in particular the eye gaze of an avatar can have an impact on the user experience. However, it is still unclear which features of the user experience are most influenced.

The association of resilience with self-care and quality of life in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A cross-sectional study.

Aim: To investigate the association of resilience with self-care and quality of life in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Design: Cross-sectional study.

Methods: Data were collected between February and May 2021.

The effect of velar collapse patterns on unilateral upper airway stimulation therapy.

Purpose: Hypoglossal nerve stimulation is a promising alternative therapy for patients with obstructive sleep apnea with continuous positive airway pressure intolerance or failure. Previous studies concluded that a velar complete concentric collapse might prohibit a good therapeutic outcome. However, certain patients have an upper velar anteroposterior collapse and a lower velar complete concentric collapse.