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22. Systematic Review: Conventional Implant Surgery (CIS) versus Guided Implant Surgery (GIS)
To evaluate the overall benefits of GIS and to determine whether there are any significant differences in rates of implant and prosthesis failures, complications and MBL between the two surgeries and to make recommendations for future research. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Michelle Georgiou, Michelle Georgiou Source Type: research

23. 3D printed decompression stent for the treatment of extensive odontogenic cysts
The use of decompression stents to treat extensive odontogenic cysts is well documented. Previously nasopharygeal tubes have been used, but disadvantages included mucosal ulcerations, occlusal interferences and frequent dislodgement. To prevent this, stents have been redesigned and made using different soft denture reline materials. We propose the use of 3D printing technology to produce these stents, allowing for cost effective manufacturing of customised decompression stents. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Janhvi Shah, Janhvi Shah, Hristina Cvetanovska, Joshua Brown, Leo Cheng Source Type: research

24. Sarcomas presenting as epithelial neoplasia in the head and neck - a case series
Head and neck sarcomas are rare, accounting for approximately 2% of all head and neck malignancies. They are difficult to diagnose and treat requiring specialist multidisciplinary teams and, often, molecular diagnostics. Presentation can mimic carcinoma in the head and neck with potential for wrong diagnosis and risk of inappropriate surgery. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Thomas Pepper, Thomas Pepper, Barbara Carey, Mustansir Alibhai, Alastair Fry, Ann Sandison Source Type: research

25. Do same day extubations in major head and neck cases confer any overall benefit to patient care?
To evaluate whether same day extubation in head and neck oncology patients results in reduced length of stay (LOS), reduced morbidity and mortality. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Saadia Farooq, Saadia Farooq, Tanweer Kamaly, Alison Chalmers, Brian Bisase Source Type: research

26. Who is more sleepy, me or our patients? - An audit of sleep quality in Maxillofacial surgery and ENT inpatients
Sleep is an essential form of specialised rest crucial for cellular regeneration and a robust immune system. Good quality sleep is increasingly being seen as a cornerstone of physical and mental health alongside nutrition and exercise. Sleep is especially important for those recovering from surgery and ill health. Observational findings indicate surgical inpatients regularly experience barriers to achieving an adequate amount of good quality sleep which is likely to be detrimental to their recovery. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Imran Aziz, Imran Aziz, Derek Falls, Robert Banks Source Type: research

27. What are the concerns of second-degree medical students entering into speciality OMFS training?
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) applicants are faced with numerous challenges. Previous research demonstrates that the financial burden, length of OMFS training and impact on personal life are cited as major drawbacks to pursuing this speciality. With trainees previously having concerns about the Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS) examinations. The current study aims to explore the concerns of second-degree medical students in trying to obtain a speciality training post in OMFS. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Umar Rehman, Umar Rehman, Ibrar Perwaiz, Mohammad Sarwar, Peter Brennan Source Type: research

28. The Value of Temporal Artery Biopsy: A 3-year Retrospective Audit
Temporal artery biopsy (TAB) remains the gold standard for diagnosis of giant cell arteritis (GCA). Current guidelines recommend that TAB should be performed with 14 days of initiating steroid therapy, with a minimum sample-length of 10mm. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Louis Wheeler, Louis Wheeler Source Type: research

29. Project management and efficacy of data collection within various OMFS units - the QOMS experience to date
We describe here the organisation of data collection, experience of all participating departments and, how these relate to their engagement and success in this project. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Fabien Puglia, Fabien Puglia, David F Tighe, Michael WS Ho Source Type: research

30. FlexFacs: An online educational resource for BAOMS members. What feedback have we received so far?
FlexFacs is the innovative, brand-new online training and educational resource for speciality trainees in OMFS, launched by BAOMS and went live on 21 September 2021. Since its inception, monthly virtual masterclasses have been delivered by expert trainers. An online video repository has been created on the BAOMS website. We aimed to look at the engagement for this programme and the feedback received so far. We also discuss the future of this project. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Montey Garg, Montey Garg, Mike Nugent, Sarah Durham, Rob Bentley Source Type: research

31. The Effects of a Reduced Dose of Botulinum Toxin A in the Management of Myofascial Pain
In our previous study we reported the statistically significant improvement in patients ’ pain scores, measured using visual analogue scale (VAS), for myofascial pain following injection of 50 units of botulinum toxin A (BtA). We have now completed a further study to compare the effectiveness of a reduced dose of BtA, of 25 units. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Alice Cameron, Alice Cameron, Jerry Farrier Source Type: research

32. The OMFS Survival Guide MRCS Series - a method to improve OMFS trainees[StQuote] performance in the MRCS Part A exam
The Intercollegiate MRCS exam is a necessary requirement to enter specialty training in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery (OMFS). Research[1] has shown OMFS trainees perform less well in comparison to other specialties, especially in Part A, with some needing repeat sittings to pass the exam, and others being unable to progress in the speciality because of too many failed attempts. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Danielle Britton, Danielle Britton Source Type: research

33. How fast is too fast? Post-operative & physical function milestones for patients undergoing maxillofacial surgery with free flap reconstruction
Around 75% of patients with oral cavity cancers undergo OMFS with tracheostomy and free flap reconstruction. H&N ERAS is complex and challenging, hence modest uptake. Our tertiary HNC service introduced ERAS in 2010. Aim: Describe postoperative milestones and assess iatrogenic influences by measuring physical function perioperatively (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Rachel Wijayarathna, Rachel Wijayarathna, Matthew Fergusson, Janvi Patel, Sarah Coupe, Gareth Jones Source Type: research

34. Osteoradionecrosis of frontal calvarium presenting as non-healing lesions of the fronto-temporal region
Chronic infection poses diagnostic and therapeutic conundrum along with increased morbidity to the patient. In all situations, finding the aetiology appears to be paramount in dealing with these entities. A combined approach of antimicrobial therapy and surgical ablation is usually utilised, albeit with variable success. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Zhijia Mimi Zhou, Zhijia Zhou, Alisha Amin, Shona Sawhney, Jonathan Dennis, Ravinder Pabla Source Type: research

35. Cranioplasty outcomes following decompressive craniectomy: a 20-year retrospective observational study of 469 patients managed by maxillofacial surgery at a level I trauma centre
Cranioplasty following craniectomy functions to protect the brain, restore craniofacial cosmesis, and promote neurological recovery. Previous studies on cranioplasty outcomes have been restricted by limited sample size. The current retrospective observational study aims to summarise cranioplasty outcomes in a cohort of 469 patients over a 20-year period. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Danyal Awal, Danyal Awal, Aaron Thomas, Ashley Ferro, Stavroula Stavropoulou-Tatla, Edward McParland, Rebecca Ridout, Rutangi Hundia, Alex Rae, Oliver Jacob, Rafal Niziol, Luke Williams, Robert Bentley Source Type: research

36. pT3/T4N0 OCSCC. Is contralateral neck dissection and/or neck PORT indicated?
UK National Multidisciplinary Guidelines recommend that T3/T4N0 oral cancers are generally treated with surgery (primary resection and ipsilateral END if not near the midline). If tumours have adverse features then radiotherapy is added for local control. (Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ellen Johnson, Ellen Johnson, Stergios N Doumas, Jeremy McMahon, Prav Praveen, Michael Ho, Jagtar Dhanda, David Tighe, Conor Bowe, Giovanni Diana, Adam Holden, Gaurav Barsaiyan, Walid El Kininy Source Type: research