Publications by authors named "Samuel R Auger"

The revision rhinoplasty presents many unique challenges to the facial plastic surgeon. While many cases will require a full revision in the operating room, there are several isolated deformities which may be repaired in the office via an endonasal approach. This provides many benefits to the patient and surgeon including decreased cost, shorter recovery time, avoidance of general anesthesia, and less discomfort.

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Purpose: Multiple surgical options exist for benign parotid tumors without agreement upon a single, best approach. We evaluated the short-term outcomes and rate of complications using the ECD-FND technique for small and large parotid neoplasms involving the superficial and deep lobes of the parotid gland using a categorical approach.

Material And Methods: A single surgeon retrospective cohort study with analysis of patient demographics, outcomes, and complication rates was conducted of patients undergoing the ECD-FND for benign parotid neoplasm.

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Objectives: The purpose of this study was to investigate the association of demographic factors, grade, margin status, and treatment modalities for overall survival in patients with sinonasal mucoepidermoid carcinoma (SNMEC).

Study Design: Retrospective database review.

Methods: The National Cancer Database was queried for patients of all ages with SNMEC between 2004 and 2015.

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Objectives/hypothesis: The purpose of this study was to investigate survival differences between low-grade and high-grade sinonasal adenocarcinoma (SNAC) by examining demographics, tumor characteristics, and treatment modalities.

Study Design: Retrospective database analysis.

Methods: The National Cancer Database was queried for patients with SNAC between 2004 and 2015.

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Objectives/hypothesis: The purpose of this study was to investigate the association of demographic factors, tumor stage, and treatment modalities for overall survival in patients with sinonasal mucosal melanoma (SNMM).

Study Design: Retrospective database review.

Methods: The National Cancer Database was queried for patients of all ages with SNMM between 2004 and 2015.

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