The Clinical Course of Paranasal Sinus Mucocoeles-A Retrospective Case Series.

Paranasal sinus mucocoeles can be secondary to chronic rhinosinusitis and can result in intra-orbital and intra-cranial complications requiring surgical management. The natural history of conservatively managed mucocoeles is not well established. We aimed to quantify the proportion of radiologically identified paranasal sinus mucocoeles resulting in complications over 10 years.

Delivery of Topical Drugs to the Olfactory Cleft.

Olfactory dysfunction affects approximately 20% of the population globally, with incidence increasing over the age of 60. The pathophysiology is complex, not yet fully understood, and depends on many factors, including the underlying cause. Despite this, the present literature on olfaction is limited due to significant heterogeneity in methodological approaches.

Assessment of COVID-19-related olfactory dysfunction and its association with psychological, neuropsychiatric, and cognitive symptoms.

Purpose Of Review: To provide a detailed overview of the assessment of COVID-19-related olfactory dysfunction and its association with psychological, neuropsychiatric, and cognitive symptoms.

Recent Findings: COVID-19-related olfactory dysfunction can have a detrimental impact to the quality of life of patients. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, olfactory and taste disorders were a common but under-rated, under-researched and under-treated sensory loss.

Single-Centre Retrospective Study on the Effects of Bariatric Surgery on Nocturia.

Purpose: The incidence of nocturia is increased in obesity, which causes significant negative impact on quality of life. Bariatric surgery is a reliable method in which to achieve major weight loss and this study aims to determine the effect of bariatric surgery on nocturia and other lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in men and women.

Materials And Methods: Retrospective study of patients undergoing bariatric surgery had pre- and post-operative questionnaires using the validated International Prostate Symptoms Score (IPSS) to assess nocturia between 2018 and 2021.

Investigations and Outcomes for Olfactory Disorders.

Purpose Of Review: To provide a detailed overview of the investigations and core outcome measures for olfactory disorders.

Recent Findings: Olfactory disorders can have a detrimental impact to the quality of life of patients. There are a wide range of causes of olfactory loss including sinonasal conditions, idiopathic, post-head trauma or infection.

A Pilot Study of Augmented Intelligence Risk-Based Stratification for Endocrine Surgical Waiting List Prioritisation.

Introduction The New Deal for Surgery report encouraged using new technology in healthcare to address the 377,689 patients in England awaiting National Health Service (NHS) hospital treatment in July 2022. During the pandemic's second wave, this pilot study investigated the utility of COMPASS Surgical List Triage (COMPASS SLT; C2-Ai, Cambridge, England), an augmented intelligence-based system, in assisting surgical decision-making on patient prioritisation. Data generated from COMPASS SLT was compared to data from the British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons' (BAETS) and Federation of Surgical Specialties Associations' (FSSA) prioritisation guidance.

Lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic: Improving initial investigations with the implementation of a COVID-19 blood request panel.

Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust produced trust guidelines for the initial blood investigation of COVID-19 inpatients. However, insufficient education meant inconsistent adherence to this guidance.

Objective: To examine whether the implementation of a COVID-19 blood request panel improves adherence to local trust guidelines.

The Impact of Bariatric Surgery on Nocturia Symptoms: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

There is a significant association between obesity and nocturia, which can cause a significant negative impact on quality of life. This meta-analysis aims to determine the effects of bariatric surgery on nocturia in both men and women. Studies searched via MEDLINE and Embase databases.

Polyps seen but not removed during index colonoscopy: an underestimated inefficiency in endoscopy practice.

Background And Aims: In the United Kingdom endoscopists are certified for independent practice once competent in the removal of polyps up to 20 mm in size. Where polyps are detected but not removed during the index colonoscopy, a repeat procedure is required. The aim of this study was to identify the proportion of polyps <20 mm that were not removed at the time of diagnosis.

Axillary staging in ductal carcinoma in situ with microinvasion: A meta-analysis.

Introduction: Ductal carcinoma in situ with microinvasion (DCISM); arguably a more aggressive subtype of DCIS, currently has variable recommendations governing its staging and management in the UK. As a result, there is ongoing controversy surrounding the most appropriate management of DCISM, in particular the need of axillary staging.

Method: A search was conducted on the databases MEDLINE and Embase using the keywords: breast, DCISM, microinvasion, "ductal carcinoma in situ with microinvasion", sentinel lymph node biopsy, SLNB, axillary staging was performed.

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on final year medical students in the United Kingdom: a national survey.

Background: The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) global pandemic has resulted in unprecedented public health measures. This has impacted the UK education sector with many universities halting campus-based teaching and examinations. The aim of this study is to identify the impact of COVID-19 on final year medical students' examinations and placements in the United Kingdom (UK) and how it might impact their confidence and preparedness going into their first year of foundation training.