Systematic review and meta-analysis of surgical approaches for improving airway stability in infants with Robin sequence: evaluating complications and outcomes.

The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to determine the most effective and least morbid surgical technique for relieving retroglossal airway obstruction in infants with Robin sequence (RS). The study adhered to PRISMA guidelines and included 25 studies (24 cohorts and one case series) that investigated interventions for airway improvement, including conservative measures, tongue-lip adhesion (TLA), mandibular distraction osteogenesis (MDO), and tracheostomy. The primary outcome variable was complication rate, while predictor variable was the use of interventions for airway improvement.

Delayed onset enophthalmos and hypoglobus mimicking silent sinus syndrome following midface trauma.

Craniomaxillofacial trauma is primarily diagnosed and managed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons. Among the cases encountered, midface fractures involving orbital walls are highly prevalent. In these fractures, involvement of the orbital walls, particularly floor of the orbit, can lead to considerable aesthetic and functional limitations.

Efficacy of intraosseous saline injection for pain management during surgical removal of impacted mandibular third molars: a randomized double-blinded clinical trial.

Background: Surgical extraction of impacted mandibular third molars is the most common procedure performed by oral surgeons. The procedure cannot be performed effectively without achieving profound anesthesia. During this procedure, patients may feel pain during surgical bone removal (at the cancellous level) or during splitting and luxation of the tooth, despite administration of routine nerve blocks.

Feasibility of Use of the 8 Edition of the American Joint Committee on Cancer Staging for Head and Neck Cancers in Indian Scenario: An Evaluative Study.

Introduction: Inclusion of depth of invasion (DOI) and a separate classification for human papillomavirus (HPV)-associated Oropharyngeal Cancers (OPCs) are two of the many major changes in the 8 edition of the American Joint Committee on Cancer staging system. After more than 2 years of implementation, the authors found the need to evaluate if the Indian clinicians found it feasible to apply the system in their practice and if the same has influenced their decision-making.

Methods: The survey was done in the form of a questionnaire which was distributed personally and via the internet to 100 clinicians.

Mid-Face Degloving: An Alternate Approach to Extended Osteotomies of the Midface.

Extended osteotomies for mid-face advancement require generous exposure of the anterior maxilla, nasal bones, infraorbital rims, orbital floor, zygoma, and the anterior third of the zygomatic arches. This cannot be obtained with an exclusive transoral approach. Hence, the surgeon is usually compelled to utilize supplemental cutaneous incisions that are a compromise on the purpose behind a cosmetic surgery.

Management of a soft tissue tumor in a child with Worster Drought syndrome using 810 nm diode laser - A case report.

Background And Aims: An out-patient surgical procedure in the paediatric age group is a tough task for a surgeon, more so when compounded with mentally challenging conditions like cerebral palsy. Every step involved, either administration of local anaesthesia or handling sharp surgical instruments around the face or achieving haemostasis, can be a challenge, with compromise on patient safety. Neither undue restraint nor general anaesthesia is advisable, considering the magnitude of the procedure.

Incidence and consequences of bur breakage in orthognathic surgery: a retrospective study with discussion of 2 interesting clinical situations.

Purpose: To determine the incidence of bur breakage in routine orthognathic surgery, as well as its postsurgical sequela, and to illustrate 2 cases with more than 6 months' follow-up.

Patients And Methods: We performed a retrospective evaluation of case records of 76 consecutive orthognathic surgical procedures performed by a team of 2 surgeons over a period of 16 months, between January 2009 and July 2010, at a single center.

Results: Surgical bur breakage was reported in 5 patients in the series.