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The Vital Role of Monoclonal Antibodies in Allergic Rhinitis and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyposis
Allergic rhinitis (AR) and chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis (CRSwNP) are common inflammatory conditions of the upper airways that significantly impact patients’ quality of life. Though both are distinct upper […]
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Mammary Analog Secretory Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
Mammary analog secretory carcinoma (MASC), also known as secretory carcinoma, is a recently identified type of low-grade malignant tumor found in salivary glands. It has been officially recognized in the […]
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Is it normal to breathe only through one nostril? Nasal cycle demystified!
Certain individuals might observe a disparity in their breathing, with one nostril allowing more airflow while the other feels less accommodating for deep inhalation. This phenomenon could be attributed to […]
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World Head and Neck Cancer Day! Join the Fight Against Head & Neck Cancer
Cancer, an adversary that knows no boundaries, continues to impact lives around the world. Among its many forms, head and neck cancer stands as a formidable challenge, affecting thousands of […]
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Sruthi Tharangam – Kerala Government Cochlear Implantation project
Cochlear implants are proven options for the treatment of profound hearing loss. “Sruthi Tharangam” is a Kerala state government aided free cochlear implantation program for kids less than 3 years […]
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Gayathri’s Adenoidectomy: How One Procedure Changed a Little Girl’s Life?
Sleep disturbed breathing is a common condition that affects both children and adults. For children, this condition can be particularly problematic as it can impact their physical and cognitive development. […]
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World Sleep Day
World Sleep Day is an annual event that is observed on the Friday before the spring equinox. The event is organized by the World Sleep Society, which is dedicated to […]
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Connection between Hearing loss and Dementia / Alzheimer’s disease
Hearing impairment in older adults was strongly and independently associated with the likelihood of having dementia (memory loss), according to a case-control study published in the Journal of the American […]
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Updated Guidelines for Management of Thyroid Disease in Adults
Thyroidectomy is a commonly performed surgical procedure for the partial/complete removal of the thyroid gland. According to the United states data, over 100,000 thyroid operations are performed annually in the […]
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Clinical Practice Guideline on Management of Nose Bleed (Epistaxis)
Nose bleed or Epistaxis is a common clinical condition that occurs at some point in at least 60% of people in the United States. While the majority of nosebleeds are […]
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Radiotherapy is better than TORS for Oropharyngeal Cancers – ORATOR Says
The mainstay of treatment for oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma is chemoradiotherapy. The separation of oropharyngeal cancers into Human papillomavirus (HPV) positive and negative based on the etiology has shown that […]
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Role of Surgery in the Treatment of Oropharyngeal Cancers
Prior to 1990, the mainstay of treatment for oropharyngeal cancers were surgeries. These large, invasive, open approaches like mandibulotomy, tongue pull through (described below), etc were associated with severe compromise […]
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Ultrasound Otoscopes For Aiding Diagnosis Of Middle Ear Infections
Middle ear infections are one of the most common problems for a clinical visit to an otolaryngologist. The disease is more prevalent in pediatric populations but can affect any age […]
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Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Head and Neck Cancers
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NACT); also called Induction chemotherapy is a treatment option in cancer therapy, in which chemotherapy is given prior to the definitive treatment like surgery or radiotherapy. Neoadjuvant chemotherapy […]
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FDA Approves Cochlear Implants for Asymmetric, Single-Sided Deafness
Cochlear implants are electronic prosthetic devices used in adults and children with sensory neural hearing loss, who are not benefited by the use of conventional hearing aids. Unlike hearing aids, […]
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