Adverse Events Associated With Tracheostomy: A MAUDE Database Analysis.

Objective: Tracheotomy is one of the most common procedures. Although tracheostomy complications have been extensively studied, literature related to device complications is scarce. The objective of this study is to describe complications associated with tracheostomies utilizing the Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database.

Adequate short- and long-term pain control with non-opiate analgesics after microdirect laryngoscopy.

Objective: In otolaryngology, it is important to minimize the use of opioids for post-operative analgesia given the rise in opioid abuse and mortality due to overdose in the United States. We sought to quantitatively determine the efficacy of non-opiate analgesia in postoperative pain management after microdirect laryngoscopy (MDL).

Methods: This is a single institution prospective study monitoring post-operative pain using a visual analog scale (VAS, 1-10).

Billing patterns for in-office computerized tomography scans of the face/sinus by otolaryngologists.

Purpose: To evaluate billing trends, Medicare reimbursement, and practice setting for Medicare-billing otolaryngologists (ORLs) performing in-office face computerized tomography (CT) scans.

Methods: This retrospective study included data on Medicare-billing ORLs from Medicare Part B: Provider Utilization and Payment Datafiles (2012-2018). Number of Medicare-billing ORLs performing in-office CT scans, and total sums and medians for Medicare reimbursements, services performed, and number of patients were gathered along with geographic and practice-type distributions.

Adverse Events Associated With Corticosteroid-Eluting Sinus Stents: A MAUDE Database Analysis.

Objective: Corticosteroid-eluting stents (CESs) are increasingly used after endoscopic sinus surgery to reduce the need for revision surgery, but their use is not without risks. The objective of this study is to describe adverse events related to CESs.

Study Design: Retrospective cross-sectional study.

Does alleviate tinnitus? A review of the current literature.

Objectives: Endocannabinoid pathways have been proposed to affect the underlying pathophysiology of tinnitus. The aim of this study is to evaluate the scope and findings of existing literature on the relationship between and cannabinoid pathways and tinnitus.

Methods: We conducted a review of animal, clinical and survey studies investigating the relationship between the use of -derived agents and tinnitus.

Application of a Modified Endoscopy Face Mask for Flexible Laryngoscopy During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy (DFL) is a critical tool in the armamentarium of an otolaryngologist. However, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, DFL represents a high-risk procedure for patients and otolaryngologists due to the risk of aerosolization. In cases where DFL is required, in patients with COVID-19 positivity or unknown COVID-19 status, we describe the use of a modified endoscopy face mask as an adjunct to personal protection equipment to reduce occupational transmission of COVID-19 while performing DFL.

Medicare Reimbursement for Balloon Catheter Dilations Among Surgeons Performing High Volumes of the Procedures to Treat Chronic Rhinosinusitis.

Importance: Chronic rhinosinusitis is among the most common and costly conditions treated by physicians. After failure of medical treatment, surgical intervention in the form of endoscopic sinus surgery is traditionally offered. Balloon catheter dilation (BCD) has become a less-invasive alternative with increasing popularity among otolaryngologists.

Readability and quality assessment of internet-based patient education materials related to laryngeal cancer.

Background: Patients are increasingly using the internet to access health-related information. The purpose of this study was to assess the readability and quality of laryngeal cancer-related websites.

Methods: Patient education materials were identified by performing an internet search using 3 search engines.

Absolute lymphocyte count at day 29 of treatment is a powerful predictor of outcome in multiple myeloma.

Background: Survival outcomes for patients who receive treatment for newly diagnosed multiple myeloma (MM) are highly variable.

Patients And Methods: We conducted a retrospective analysis of 38 unselected MM patients who received treatment with cyclophosphamide, thalidomide, and dexamethasone to evaluate the prognostic value of the absolute lymphocyte count at diagnosis and at the end of the initial cycle of treatment defined as day 29, termed ALC-29. The median follow-up was 54 months (range, 2-83 months).

Venous thromboembolism in ENT surgery: a review of the literature and completed audit cycle of adherence to national guidance.

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk assessment of elective ENT patients is essential to minimize the risk of mortality and morbidity. The study is standard-based audit of VTE risk assessment against the ENT UK guidelines and intervention includes instructional poster and departmental presentation. 23 patients on eight operating lists were audited in the first cycle (C1).