Metastatic basal cell carcinoma
Abstract Objective The purpose of this study is to review our series of metastatic basal cell carcinomas of the head and neck. Study Design A retrospective review was conducted for…
Misleading article on septoplasty
Re: Gandomi, B, Bayat, A, Kazemei, T. Outcomes of septoplasty in young adults: the nasal obstruction septoplasty effectiveness study (2010) 31:180-192. 1 1 Authors of the published manuscript, “Outcomes of…
Aggressive sinonasal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma with hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis
Abstract Extranodal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma of the nasal cavity is a rare malignancy with poor overall prognosis. We report the case of a rapidly fatal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma of the…
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma with hemorrhagic necrosis of the nasopharynx mimicking an abscess
Abstract Radiologic feature of primary nasopharyngeal lymphoma is a predominantly homogenous, nonnecrotic large tumor with no or minimal deep tissue invasion. To the best knowledge, nasopharyngeal lymphoma has not been…
Superior oblique muscle palsy after frontal sinus mini-trephine
Abstract Objective The aim of this study is to present a case of superior oblique muscle dysfunction after a frontal sinus mini-trephine. Methods This is a case report of an…
Inadvertent insertion of nasogastric tube into the brain stem and spinal cord after endoscopic skull base surgery
Abstract A significant number of neurosurgical patients require feeding tube placement via a nasogastric route. It is used as a temporary access for enteral feeding until patients are able to…
Hypopharyngeal cancer in a pregnant woman
Abstract Cancer in pregnant women is a very difficult clinical condition that profoundly affects patients and their families, as well as the medical staff who provide their care. Diagnostic and…
Unique case of malignant transformation of a vestibular schwannoma after fractionated radiotherapy
Abstract Objective Malignant transformation of vestibular schwannoma is considered a rare clinical entity. Radiotherapy, as a treatment option for vestibular schwannoma, is regarded as a potential risk factor for secondary…
Bilateral peritonsillar abscess: case report and literature review
Abstract Although uncommon, bilateral peritonsillar abscess (PTA) may still present with symptoms found in unilateral cases but lack hallmark findings such as an asymmetric tonsillar bulge and uvular deviation. We…
Lemierre syndrome: a case report
Abstract Introduction Lemierre syndrome, also known as postanginal sepsis, is caused by Fusobacterium necrophorum . This rare disease is usually characterized by thrombophlebitis of the jugular vein and septic embolism…
