Unveiling Progress: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Endoscopic Posterior Cricoid Split With Posterior Cartilage Graft.

Subglottic and posterior glottic stenosis (PGS) narrows distinct areas of the larynx, while bilateral vocal fold immobility (BVFI) is characterized by static cords. Treatments include open surgeries and newer endoscopic methods, offering comparable safety, quicker recovery, and fewer complications. This study assesses the decannulation rate of endoscopic posterior cricoid split with posterior cartilage grafting (EPCCG) in pediatric patients with posterior glottic stenosis, subglottic stenosis (SGS), and BVFI.

A Novel Endoscopic Anterior Cricoid Rib Grafting: A Feasibility Study in An Animal Model.

Objective: The objective of our study was to document the feasibility of a novel endoscopic anterior cricoid split and rib grafting technique in a goat airway model.

Study Design: Feasibility pilot animal study.

Setting: Animal surgical laboratory at a tertiary hospital and research center.

Endoscopic Anterior Laryngotracheal Reconstruction.

This article introduces a new endoscopic technique for anterior laryngotracheal reconstruction (LTR) using costal rib cartilage grafting in a 2-year-old patient with acquired Grade III subglottic stenosis. The procedure involves an endoscopic incision in the cricoid cartilage's anterior midline and successful outcomes were achieved without complications. The study emphasizes the benefits of this approach, such as reduced hospital stays, shorter operation time, and decreased scarring, but acknowledges the necessity for further human trials to validate its effectiveness in treating different grades of laryngeotracheal stenosis.

Clinical evaluation of pediatric patients with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis.: A longitudinal study at a Saudi Arabian tertiary care center.

Objectives: To study the clinical evaluation of recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) patients and the factors associated with the improvement in the Derkay's score as a measure of disease severity.

Methods: A retrospective cohort that included all juvenile RRP patients who were admitted to King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, between September 2015 and June 2022 and underwent surgical debulking.

Results: A total of 16 patients were eligible to join our study.

Is adenotonsillectomy effective in improving central apnea events in patients with obstructive sleep apnea? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: To evaluate the effects of adenotonsillectomy on improving central sleep apnea events in children with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

Methods: We searched four online databases for relevant articles published from inception until October 2022. We included studies that measured the number of central apnea events per sleep and central apnea-hypopnea index (CAHI) or central apnea index (CAI) scores in children with OSA before and after adenotonsillectomy.

Spirometry in laryngotracheal stenosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: This study aimed to assess the changes in spirometry parameters or indices after relieving laryngotracheal stenosis (LTS) in adult patients.

Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis of studies from PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and EBSCO databases was conducted for assessing changes in spirometry values after endoscopic balloon dilatation of LTS in adults. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines were followed.

An Absent Lingual Frenulum in a Non-syndromic Premature Infant.

The lingual frenulum (LF) is a fold of tissue that connects the tongue to the oral cavity's floor. Abnormal frenula are associated with speech alterations. The absence of the LF is associated with Ehler's Danlos syndrome (EDS).

Comparison Between Flap and Primary Closures of Persistent Tracheocutaneous Fistula: A Scoping Review.

To compare the susceptibility and complication rates between flap and primary closures for tracheocutaneous fistula (TCF). We searched 4 online databases (Web of Science, Cochrane Library, PubMed, and Scopus) for relevant articles published from study inception until August 2022. Studies including at least 5 adult or child patients with persistent TCFs who underwent closure surgery via primary or flap repair were included.

Role of Otolaryngologists in the Treatment of Patients With Riboflavin Transporter Deficiency: A Case Report.

Riboflavin transporter deficiency (RTD) is a rare genetic disorder that can have detrimental effects on the nervous system, causing progressive neurodegeneration. Here, we report the second case of RTD in Saudi Arabia. An 18-month-old boy presented to the otolaryngology clinic with six weeks history of progressive noisy breathing associated with drooling, choking, and difficulty in swallowing.

Translation and validation of the Arabic version of the sleep-related breathing disorder scale of the pediatric sleep questionnaire (PSQ-SRBD).

Background/objectives: The incidence of sleep-related breathing disorders is underestimated because polysomnography is required to confirm its diagnosis. The pediatric sleep questionnaire-sleep-related breathing disorder (PSQ-SRBD) scale is a self-reported questionnaire completed by a patient's guardian. There is no validated Arabic version of the PSQ-SRBD that can be used in the Arabic-speaking population.

Tongue Osseous Choristoma in an Adolescent Female: A Case Report.

Lingual osseous choristoma is a rare, benign, bony tumor without clear pathogenesis. Most patients present with an asymptomatic lump in the posterior tongue, while others may suffer from globus sensation, dysphagia, gagging, or irritation. Here, we present a case of lingual osseous choristoma in a pediatric patient managed with surgical excision.

Adverse Respiratory Events After Pediatric Endoscopic Airway Surgeries.

Objective: Perioperative risk stratification of pediatric patients undergoing airway intervention remains crucial in identifying those at a higher risk of requiring postoperative intensive care unit (ICU) care. Here we determined the likelihood of and possible risk factors for developing perioperative adverse respiratory events (PAREs) requiring ICU care after various pediatric endoscopic airway surgeries (EASs).

Methods: We conducted a retrospective chart review of pediatric patients who were aged <18 years and underwent EAS between 2015 and 2021.

Coin retained in the upper esophagus for more than 4 years: A case report and literature review.

Coins are among the most common foreign bodies ingested by children, especially those below 5 years of age. Early endoscopic retrieval of esophageal coins minimizes the risk of serious complications. However, significant morbidity and mortality are reported when coins are retained in the gastrointestinal tract for prolonged periods of time.

Safety profile and efficacy of high-dose topical mitomycin-C for choanal atresia repair: A prospective cohort study.

Objectives: To study the effect of dose-adjusted mitomycin-c (MMC) on the recurrence rate of choanal atresia (CA), and the complication rate associated with this concentration.

Methods: This prospective cohort study was conducted between May 2012 and March 2020 at a tertiary referral center. It included patients of all ages who were diagnosed with CA and scheduled to undergo surgical repair.

Outcome and Complications of Frontal Sinus Stenting: A Case Presentation and Literature Review.

Introduction: Frontal sinus surgery remains challenging to manage because of its complex anatomy and narrow outflow tract. A number of studies suggest the success of frontal sinus stenting to reduce postoperative complications in endoscopic frontal sinus surgery. However, failure and complications of frontal sinus stenting may occur.

Prevalence and risk factors of low back pain among operation room staff at a Tertiary Care Center, Makkah, Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study.

Background: Low Back Pain (LBP) is the commonest musculoskeletal disorder and an important occupational hazard among healthcare workers (HCWs) that peaks among Operating Room (OR) staff. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the prevalence, characteristics, and risk factors of low back pain among operating room (OR) staff in a tertiary healthcare center in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

Methods: A 39-item self-administered questionnaire was distributed to all available OR staff.