Increased expression of dectin-1 in nasal polyps
Abstract Purpose A fungal etiology has been proposed to underlie severe nasal polyps (NP). Dectin-1 is an innate immune pattern recognition receptor which is involved in the recognition of some…
Two cases of pharyngolaryngeal zoster advanced to multiple cranial neuropathy
Abstract Varicella zoster virus (VZV) infection of the head and neck region may present with various symptoms. I present two cases of VZV infection of the pharynx and larynx with…
Crural attachment to promontory case report: Implications for stapes development
Abstract Understanding of the embryologic origin of the stapes remains controversial. Theories diverge upon whether the entirety of the stapes arises from a single source versus the footplate and suprastructure…
Malignant transformation of keratocystic odontogenic tumor: Two case reports
Abstract Introduction Keratocystic odontogenic tumors (KCOTs) are cystic tumours originating from the dental lamina of the maxilla and mandible that are lined with keratinized epithelium. While benign, they can be…
Epiglottic abscess as a complication of acute epiglottitis
Abstract Objective An epiglottic abscess is considered a life-threatening medical situation that can cause death by obstruction the upper airways. We describe a 58-year-old man who presented to our hospital…
In-Office Jones tube exchange using the Seldinger technique
Abstract Conjunctivodacryocystorhinostomy (CDCR) with Jones tube placement is usually performed as a primary procedure for severe stenosis or obstruction of both upper and lower canaliculi of the lacrimal drainage pathway,…
Ménière disease and gluten sensitivity: Recovery after a gluten-free diet
Abstract We report the case of a 63-year-old female with definite unilateral Ménière disease, osteoarthritis of the distal finger joints with mucous cysts and Heberden’s nodes, and constipation with recurrent…
Computer-assisted paranasal sinus operation induces diving bradycardia
Abstract Unintentional mechanical manipulation anywhere in the distribution of the trigeminal nerve might activate a reflexive bradycardia. Neurosurgeons need to bear in mind detrimental consequences on cardiac function. A female…
Quantification of hearing loss associated with superior semi-circular canal dehiscence
Abstract Introduction Superior semi-circular canal dehiscence (SSCD) is a known cause of hearing loss. This study quantifies hearing loss in SSCD ears in a frequency-specific fashion. Methods A meta-analysis of…
A human study model for nitric oxide research in sinonasal disease
Abstract Sinus nitric oxide (NO) measurements present a novel and promising approach to help overcome difficulties and confounding variables associated with nasal NO measurements such as the nasal cycle, ostial…
