Publications by authors named "T Koppen"

(1) Background: (AE) is restricted to the northern hemisphere with high endemic regions in Central Europe, North and Central Asia as well as Western China. The larval stage of causes AE with tumor-like growth. Humans are accidental hosts.

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  • Bilateral choanal atresia in newborns with CHARGE syndrome presents immediate symptoms that necessitate quick diagnosis, treatment, and surgical intervention.
  • A retrospective study at the University Hospital in Bonn evaluated 21 newborn patients who underwent surgery for this condition, with most receiving transnasal endoscopic treatments, highlighting a preference for minimally invasive techniques.
  • The discussion emphasizes the life-threatening nature of the condition, the effectiveness of endoscopic methods, and the need for individualized approaches regarding stenting and additional therapies, along with ongoing parental support.
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Background: Sarcoidosis is a chronic disease, which predominantly affects the lung. Since sinonasal sarcoidosis is rare, little is known about the sarcoidosis manifestation at this site. Therefore, the aim of our study was to detect the prevalence of sinonasal sarcoidosis, its clinical occurrence, diagnosis, and therapy.

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