Odontogenic Actinomycotic Necrotizing Fasciitis of Cervicothoracic Region: A Case Report.

We report an uncommon odontogenic actinomycotic cervicothoracic Nectrotizing Fasciitis (NF), treated with tracheostomy, immediate surgical debridement and antibiotics. Red flags for early identification, LRINEC scoring for prognostication, surgical debridement with aerobic & anaerobic culture specific antibiotics to improve survival in this life-threatening cervicothoracic NF in a young diabetic is discussed.

Surgical Intervention in Allergic Rhinitis: Stuffy Versus Sneezy Runny Nose.

To detect proportion and surgical outcome of adult patients with allergic rhinitis non-responsive to medical treatment. To identify clinical candidacy for submucous turbinoplasty of inferior turbinate resection or soft tissue reduction. A prospective descriptive study of adults with clinical allergic rhinitis was done.

Otolaryngologists' Initiative for Collaborative Tracheostomy Care: Knowledge, Attitude and Skill in Tracheostomy Care Among Nurses - An Interventional Study from India.

Unlabelled: Tracheostomy-related adverse events are a global problem, requiring coordinated approach for care of tracheostomised patients. The concept of 'collaborative tracheostomy care' was introduced by Global Tracheostomy Collaborative in 2012. For successful post tracheostomy outcome, nursing care is vital.