First Bite Syndrome in Transoral Surgery for Oropharyngeal Cancer.

Objective: First bite syndrome (FBS) is a rare complication of transoral surgery (TOS) for oropharyngeal cancer (oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma [OPSCC]). Risk factors for developing this complication are not well described. In this study, we attempt to identify risks for developing FBS in TOS.

Effect of palatine tonsil tumor resection on postoperative velopharyngeal insufficiency in transoral surgery.

Background: Velopharyngeal insufficiency (VPI) is a known complication of transoral surgery (TOS) for oropharyngeal HPV-mediated squamous cell carcinoma. Controversy exists regarding adequate resection margins for balancing functional and oncologic outcomes.

Methods: This retrospective study was exempted by the IRB.

A Randomized Controlled Trial of Dexamethasone as a Prophylactic Treatment for Subglottic Stenosis in a Rabbit Model.

Objective: Iatrogenic injury is a common cause of subglottic stenosis (SGS). We investigated the role of pre-injury dexamethasone as a preventive treatment for iatrogenic subglottic stenosis.

Methods: 16 New Zealand White rabbits were used in an IACUC approved study.

COVID-19 Airway Management Isolation Chamber.

Objective: During the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19), health care workers are innovating patient care and safety measures. Unfortunately, many of these are not properly tested for efficacy. The objective of this study was to determine the efficacy of the novel COVID-19 Airway Management Isolation Chamber (CAMIC) to contain and evacuate particulate.

Randomized Controlled Trial of Balloon Dilation in Treatment of Subglottic Stenosis With a Rabbit Model.

Objectives: Identify the effects of balloon dilation duration and topical ciprofloxacin-dexamethasone application in treatment of subglottic stenosis.

Study Design: Randomized controlled trial.

Setting: Animal research facility.

A Simple Endoscopic Technique for Measuring the Cross-Sectional Area of the Upper Airway in a Rabbit Model.

Objective: Validate an accurate and reproducible method of measuring the cross-sectional area (CSA) of the upper airway.

Subjects And Methods: This is a prospective animal study done at a tertiary care medical treatment facility. Control images were obtained using endotracheal tubes of varying sizes.

Reproducing severe acute subglottic stenosis in a rabbit model.

Objectives: The objectives of this study were to develop an animal model with consistent, severe subglottic stenosis (SGS), and to develop the timeline needed for intervention to limit rabbit mortality.

Methods: Subglottic stenosis was created endoscopically using either a nylon or polypropylene brush in sixteen New Zealand White rabbits. The subglottic cross-sectional area was measured endoscopically using a right-angled probe and an open source image analysis software The cross-sectional areas of the stenotic and native airways were compared to calculate the subglottic stenosis percentage and Myer-Cotton grade classification.

Potential for health care cost savings with preoperative gastrostomy tube placement in the head and neck cancer population.

Background: The purpose of this study was to examine the cost differences between preoperative and postoperative placement of gastrostomy tubes (G-tubes) in patients with head and neck cancer.

Methods: We conducted a retrospective chart review of patients with aerodigestive tract cancers from 2010 to 2015. Data included inpatient and postdischarge costs, demographics, tumor characteristics, surgical treatment, length of stay (LOS), time spent in the intensive care unit (ICU), and readmissions.

Investigation of Postoperative Oral Fluid Intake as a Predictor of Postoperative Emergency Department Visits After Pediatric Tonsillectomy.

Importance: This study contributes novel data on the association between oral fluid intake before discharge and adverse outcomes following tonsillectomy in pediatric patients. These data contribute to evidence-based, safe, and cost-effective decision making regarding discharge.

Objective: To determine whether the quantity of oral fluid intake before discharge is associated with adverse outcomes following tonsillectomy in pediatric patients.