Seromucinous hamartoma with unique clinical and histopathological features: a case report and review of the literature.

Background: We present this case to highlight the importance of considering seromucinous hamartoma in the differential diagnosis of nasal cavity lesions, particularly due to its rarity and potential for being mistaken for more aggressive pathologies. Seromucinous hamartoma, although benign, can exhibit clinical and histological features that overlap with those of malignant tumors, posing a diagnostic challenge. This case is especially noteworthy due to the unusual presentation of sebaceous differentiation within seromucinous hamartoma, a feature not previously documented in the literature.

Intranasal antihistamines in the treatment of idiopathic non-allergic rhinitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Idiopathic rhinitis (IR), previously known as vasomotor rhinitis (VMR), is the most common type of non-allergic rhinitis (NAR) which affects around 100 million people worldwide. The treatment of patients with IR is not standardized. Intranasal antihistamines (INAH) are potent drugs in the treatment of allergic rhinitis but are frequently prescribed in the treatment of IR.

Ipratropium Bromide Nasal Spray in Non-Allergic Rhinitis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Objective: This study aims to compare the effectiveness of intranasal ipratropium bromide (INIB) to a placebo in reducing nasal symptoms, particularly rhinorrhea, and enhancing quality of life in non-allergic rhinitis (NAR) patients.

Study Design: Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Methods: A comprehensive review of the literature was conducted on Medline, Embase, and Cochrane libraries.

Coblation intra-capsular tonsillectomy: A prospective tertiary center trial.

Introduction: There is a growing interest in intra-capsular coblation tonsillectomy (ICT) for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children. Literature remains controversial regarding which intra-capsular tonsillectomy (IT) technique is most effective and with least morbidity. Therefore, the aims of this study are to objectively measure the post-operative morbidity and the effectiveness of the ICT technique.

Safety and Efficacy of the Draf IIb Procedure: A Systematic Review.

Objectives: To systematically review the literature to evaluate the indications, safety, and efficacy of the Draf IIb procedure and to evaluate the added advantages of technical factors such as stents and flaps.

Data Sources: Articles published until July 2019 on Medline and Cochrane databases.

Review Methods: After a systematic review based on the 2018 PRISMA guidelines was conducted, 26 of 1533 articles were included and reviewed for indications of Draf IIb; surgical technique; use of flaps, stents, grafts, or mitomycin; complications during and after surgery; and success or recurrence rate.

3D titanium implant for orbital reconstruction after maxillectomy.

The surgical treatment of maxillary tumours often consists of an open subtotal or total maxillectomy with a subsequent significant defect. Reconstruction is, therefore, a major challenge for head and neck surgeons. Along with 3D printing development, titanium pre-bent implants have been created for orbital wall and floor reconstruction.

Injection of bevacizumab and cyanoacrylate glue for hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia.

Objectives/hypothesis: The objective of this study was to report for the first time on the results of submucosal injections of bevacizumab used in conjunction with cyanoacrylate glue sclerotherapy in hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT).

Study Design: Retrospective analytic chart review.

Methods: We performed a chart review that included all patients with HHT treated with intranasal bevacizumab and cyanoacrylate glue for refractory epistaxis at Lariboisiere University Hospital from 2013 with a minimum follow-up of 6 months.

Scedosporium apiospermum invasive sinusitis presenting as extradural abscess.

Introduction: Chronic invasive fungal rhinosinusitis (CIFR) is a rare entity generally observed in immunodepressed subjects. The pathogen most frequently identified is Aspergillus spp. Imaging generally reveals invasive pseudoneoplastic features.

Human papillomavirus prevalence and clinicopathological associations in oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma in the Lebanese population.

Objectives: To evaluate for the first time the prevalence of human papillomavirus in oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma in a Middle-Eastern population, and to determine associations between human papillomavirus profiles and clinicopathological characteristics.

Methods: A retrospective chart review was conducted of all patients treated for oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma at the Hotel Dieu de France University Hospital (Beirut, Lebanon) between January 2010 and 2016. Existing formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tumour samples were analysed.

Value of double pedicled mucoperiosteal flaps for the prevention of restenosis in Draf IIb frontal sinusotomy.

Introduction: The extent of bone exposure is one of the major factors contributing to failure of endoscopic frontal sinusotomy procedures. Double flaps providing cover of exposed bone have already been described for Draf III procedures in a cadavre study using posterior and lateral pedicled nasoseptal flaps. As these flaps overlap on the septal side, they cannot be raised from the same nasal cavity in a Draf IIb procedure.

Topical therapy for refractory rhinosinusitis caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus: First report in a prospective series.

Objective: The incidence of refractory chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) associated with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is rising and remains a therapeutic challenge. The goal of this study is to demonstrate the efficacy of a non-invasive topical therapy against MRSA in these patients.

Methods: Seventeen patients with refractory CRS caused by MRSA were treated with a topical therapy protocol.

Survival of T4aN0 and T3N+ laryngeal cancer patients: a retrospective institutional study and systematic review.

Objective: We aim to assess the correlation of tumor and nodal staging to survival in pT3N+ and T4aN0 laryngeal cancer with subgroup analysis within stage IVa (pT4N0 and pT3N2).

Study Design: Retrospective cohort study with systematic review of the literature.

Setting: Hotel Dieu de France University Hospital (tertiary referral center).

Exclusive endoscopic resection of juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma: a systematic review of the literature.

Objective: To systematically review the exclusive endoscopic treatment of juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma in the literature to define the clinical features in terms of staging and the treatment outcomes in terms of bleeding, recurrence, residual tumor, and complications.

Data Sources: Online databases, including PubMed and EMBASE, were used. Reference sections of identified studies were examined for additional articles.

T4a laryngeal cancer survival: retrospective institutional analysis and systematic review.

Objectives/hypothesis: To assess the survival outcomes of a homogeneous group of pT4a laryngeal cancer patients treated at our institution by primary total laryngectomy and neck dissection with adjuvant therapy when indicated, and to systematically review studies reporting overall survival outcomes in T4a laryngeal cancer.

Study Design: Systematic review of PubMed and Embase databases.

Methods: Records of 108 laryngeal cancer patients treated by total laryngectomy were reviewed.