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…
OTOLARYNGOLOGY
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…
Delayed postmastoidectomy bleed from anterior tympanic artery and its management using endovascular microcoils
Abstract Bleeding during mastoidectomy usually occurs because of injury to the dura mater and/or sigmoid sinus, which, in most cases, can be controlled easily. The other important cause is damage…
Bilateral renal cell carcinoma metastasis in the oral cavity
Abstract Cancer metastases to the oral cavity are reported infrequently. Renal cell carcinoma has a high metastatic potential, with approximately one third of patients presenting with metastatic disease. New lesions…
Cochlear implantation after renal transplantation
Abstract Objective Cochlear implantation after renal transplantation is uncommon and poses unique challenges that have only recently been described in the medical literature. This work reports our experience with cochlear…
The use of robotics in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery: a systematic review
Abstract Background Robotic surgery has become increasingly used due to its enhancement of visualization, precision, and articulation. It eliminates many of the problems encountered with conventional minimally invasive techniques and…
Balloon dilation of the pediatric airway: potential for disaster
Abstract Objective The aim of this study was to report on a serious adverse event during balloon dilation of pediatric subglottic stenosis. Method This study is a case report on…
Human papillomavirus, smoking, and head and neck cancer
Abstract Aims Smoking and human papillomavirus (HPV) are both distinct risk factors for head and neck cancer, but the nature of interaction between these 2 risk factors in the development…
