Foreign body ingestion: rare cause of cervical abscess.
CONCLUSION: Although a rare complication, given a recent history of foreign body ingestion/removal and the presence of compatible symptoms, cervical abscesses should be taken into account, highlighting their potential morbimortality in the absence of an appropriate therapeutic approach.
PMID: 25641290 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Acta Medica Portuguesa)
Source: Acta Medica Portuguesa - February 3, 2015 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Acta Med Port Source Type: research
Cervical Esophageal Perforation: A 10-Year Clinical Experience in North of Iran
Abstract
Perforations of the cervical esophagus are infrequent severe conditions associated with a high rate of morbidity and mortality if misdiagnosed. The diagnosis and management of cervical esophageal perforation remains a challenging clinical problem. We aimed to present our experience of the etiology, presentation, management and outcome of cervical esophageal perforation in a 10 years period. In this cross-sectional study, we reviewed the records of all patients with a diagnosis of cervical esophageal perforation admitted at the teaching Razi Hospital of Rasht, north of Iran, between 2001 and 20...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - January 24, 2015 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
Penetrating Cervical Trauma
Abstract
Patients with penetrating wounds to the neck present with overt symptoms and/or signs or are asymptomatic or modestly/moderately symptomatic. With overt symptoms and/or signs, immediate resuscitation and an emergency operation are appropriate. Asymptomatic patients or those with modest or moderate symptoms and/or signs undergo observation or a diagnostic evaluation to avoid the 45 % “negative” exploration rate documented in the past (denominator = all patients). Asymptomatic patients with penetration of the platysma muscle, but no signs of a visceral or vascular injury, should undergo seri...
Source: World Journal of Surgery - January 6, 2015 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
A case of polypoid leiomyosarcoma of the esophagus treated by endoscopic submucosal dissection
We report a rare case of polypoid leiomyosarcoma of the esophagus that was treated by endoscopic submucosal dissection. A 63‐year‐old man with complaints of progressive dysphagia was referred to our hospital for treatment of esophageal tumor. Esophagoscopy revealed a polypoid tumor 25 mm in diameter on the left side of the upper esophagus. Despite several biopsy specimens, the diagnosis could not be confirmed. Computed tomography showed a protruded, homogeneously enhancing mass in the upper esophagus, but no lymph node enlargement or metastasis. After 1.5 months, the esophagogram showed a filling defect 47 mm in diamet...
Source: Digestive Endoscopy - January 1, 2015 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Hogara Nishisaki, Yu‐ichiro Koma, Hiroaki Sawai, Aya Sakai, Takuya Mimura, Saeko Kushida, Hidetaka Tsumura, Takeshi Sakamoto, Kazutoshi Tobimatsu, Ikuya Miki, Toshiko Sakuma, Masahiro Tsuda, Masayuki Mano, Takanori Hirose, Hideto Ino Tags: Case Report Source Type: research
The Role of Transnasal Esophagoscopy in ENT Office: A Prospective, Multicenter Study in Korea.
CONCLUSION: TNE is a high-yield diagnostic and therapeutic modality available to otolaryngologists for use on awake patients in the office setting.
PMID: 24917909 [PubMed] (Source: Clinical and Experimental Otorhinolaryngology)
Source: Clinical and Experimental Otorhinolaryngology - December 2, 2014 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Clin Exp Otorhinolaryngol Source Type: research
An objective comparison regarding rate of fistula and stricture among anterolateral thigh, radial forearm, and jejunal free tissue transfers in circumferential pharyngo‐esophageal reconstruction
ConclusionJejunal flap has a significantly lower rate of stricture for reconstruction of circumferential pharyngeal defects when compared with RFF or ALT flaps. © 2014 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Microsurgery, 2014. (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - November 28, 2014 Category: Surgery Authors: Ngian Chye Tan, Pao‐Yuan Lin, Pao‐Jen Kuo, Yun‐Ta Tsai, Yen‐Chou Chen, Khanh Thien Nguyen, Yur‐Ren Kuo Tags: Clinical Article Source Type: research
Successful management of massive bleeding due to aberrant right subclavian artery-esophageal fistula in a child with head injury
We report a 10-year-old girl who presented with massive hematemesis during recovery from a head injury caused by a motor vehicle accident. Prompt detection of the esophageal bleeding point by esophagoscopy followed by a balloon tamponade led to temporary hemostasis, during which time an emergency operation was prepared and started promptly. Two-staged surgery was performed with a successful outcome; direct vascular access to the right atrium and suturing of the bleeding point of ARSA through a T-shaped skin incision with median sternotomy were performed in the first surgery, and dividing the ARSA and repairing the esophagu...
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports - October 12, 2014 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Role Of Operative Airway Evaluation In Children With Recurrent Croup: A Retrospective Cohort Study
ConclusionSignificant findings on bronchoscopy that warranted further surgical intervention were uncommon in this cohort. Nearly half of the patients had evidence of gastroesophageal reflux. In patients without risk factors for significant abnormalities, empiric medical management may be beneficial prior to endoscopy.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. (Source: Clinical Otolaryngology)
Source: Clinical Otolaryngology - October 1, 2014 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Melanie Duval, George Tarasidis, J.Fredrik Grimmer, Harlan R. Muntz, Albert H. Park, Marshall Smith, Fadi Asfour, Jeremy Meier Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Utility of the Transnasal Esophagoscope in the Management of Chemoradiation-Induced Esophageal Stenosis.
CONCLUSION: Dysphagia following chemoradiation therapy for HNSCC is often related to esophageal stenosis. With the aid of TNE, we have developed a successful treatment strategy for esophageal stenosis with improved success rates.
PMID: 25228669 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology)
Source: The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology - September 15, 2014 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Peng KA, Feinstein AJ, Salinas JB, Chhetri DK Tags: Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol Source Type: research
Esophageal perforation caused by edible foreign bodies: A systematic review of the literature
ConclusionEsophageal perforations due to foreign bodies are rare but carry potentially devastating complications. Delays in diagnosis are common, and no standard diagnostic algorithm exists. Lateral neck X‐rays are an easy but insensitive screening test. Laryngoscopy is an excellent screening test but not always diagnostic. CT is a more sensitive diagnostic method, which can also help guide management based on the detection of complications. Although seldom described, if an object is not visualized at the time of endoscopic or surgical intervention, follow‐up CT may be useful in determining the persistence of effects o...
Source: The Laryngoscope - August 22, 2014 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ryan M. Aronberg, Salman R. Punekar, Stewart I. Adam, Benjamin L Judson, Saral Mehra, Wendell G. Yarbrough Tags: Head and Neck Source Type: research
Endoscopic submucosal dissection of esophageal granular cell tumor
Conclusions:
Esophagoscopy and EUS increased the esophageal GCT discovery rate, and its features were summarized. Minimally invasive ESD is feasible and safe for excisional biopsy, providing pathological diagnosis and treatment. (Source: World Journal of Surgical Oncology)
Source: World Journal of Surgical Oncology - July 17, 2014 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Wei LuMei-Dong XuPing-Hong ZhouYi-Qun ZhangWei-Feng ChenYun-Shi ZhongLi-Qing Yao Source Type: research
Esophageal Wishbone Extraction: Not for the Chicken-Hearted.
CONCLUSION: Previous techniques have involved cutting the bone; however, in this case, tension was so high that it was felt that cutting the bone would result in perforation. Proper management of such cases requires planning and often multiple strategies.
PMID: 24986710 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology)
Source: The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology - July 1, 2014 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Mondin RM, Fandiño M, Carpes LF, Tang J, Ogilvie LN, Kozak FK Tags: Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol Source Type: research
A rare benign esophageal lesion
An 83-year-old man with asymptomatic iron deficiency anemia was referred for an EGD procedure. Esophagoscopy showed a well-demarcated, shiny, and slightly elevated lattice-like lesion in the mid-esophagus (A–C). Biopsy specimens (D) taken from the esophageal lesion and stained with hematoxylin and eosin showed hyperkeratosis and parakeratotic squamous epithelium with no koilocytosis. The appearance was that of squamous papillomatosis, a rare lesion in Western populations. Although the human papillomavirus has been implicated, no viral particles were detected in this case. (Source: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy)
Source: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - June 26, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Rohit Sinha, Ursula Earl, Arvind Ramadas, Mike Bramble Tags: At the focal point Source Type: research
Comparative acceptability of transnasal esophagoscopy and esophageal capsule esophagoscopy: a randomized, controlled trial in veterans
EGD screening for Barrett's esophagus (BE) is costly, with insufficient evidence to support its effectiveness. (Source: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy)
Source: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - June 24, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Amitabh Chak, Bronia M. Alashkar, Gerard A. Isenberg, Apoorva K. Chandar, Katarina B. Greer, Ashley Hepner, Richard D. Pulice, Srikrishna Vemana, Yngve Falck-Ytter, Ashley L. Faulx Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Comparative acceptability of transnasal esophagoscopy and esophageal capsule esophagoscopy: a randomized, controlled trial in veterans
(Source: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy)
Source: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - June 24, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Amitabh Chak, Bronia M. Alashkar, Gerard A. Isenberg, Apoorva K. Chandar, Katarina B. Greer, Ashley Hepner, Richard D. Pulice, Srikrishna Vemana, Yngve Falck-Ytter, Ashley L. Faulx Source Type: research
