Radiofrequency-assisted Liposuction
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 7 δευτερόλεπτα
for Arm Contouring: Technique under Local Anesthesia by Theodorou, Spero; Chia, Christopher via Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open - Most Popular Articles [image: image]Background: Contouring of the arms that does not involve skin excision remains a difficult challenge due to the dependent nature and quality of the skin. Although brachioplasty remains effective, it requires a lengthy incision. Radiofrequency-assisted liposuction (RFAL) may improve skin retraction with a satisfactory aesthetic result without skin resection and the resultant scar. The purpose of this stud...περισσότερα »
Features of autosomal recessive nonsyndromic hearing impairment
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 8 δευτερόλεπτα
; a review to serve as a reference by A.M.M. Oonk, P.L.M. Huygen, H.P.M. Kunst, H. Kremer, R.J.E. Pennings via Clinical Otolaryngology Abstract Objective nonsyndromic sensorineural hearing impairment is inherited in an autosomal recessive fashion in 75-85% of cases. To date, 61 genes with this type of inheritance have been identified as related to hearing impairment, and the genetic heterogeneity is accompanied by a large variety of clinical characteristics. Adequate counseling on a patient's hearing prognosis and rehabilitation is part of the diagnosis on the genetic cause of hearing... περισσότερα »
Aspirin-Exacerbated Diseases
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 8 δευτερόλεπτα
: Advances in Asthma with Nasal Polyposis, Urticaria, Angioedema, and Anaphylaxis via Current Allergy and Asthma Reports AbstractAspirin-exacerbated diseases are important examples of drug hypersensitivities and include aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD), aspirin- or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)-induced urticaria/angioedema, and aspirin- or NSAID-induced anaphylaxis. While each disease subtype may be distinguished by unique clinical features, the underlying mechanisms that contribute to these phenotypes are not fully understood. However, the inhibition of ... περισσότερα »
Benign Proximal Airway Obstruction : Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Tube Fastener for Securing Silicone Tracheal Stents
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 8 δευτερόλεπτα
Novel Use of a Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Tube Fastener for Securing Silicone Tracheal Stents in Patients With Benign Proximal Airway Obstruction by Musani, Ali I.; Jensen, Kurt; Mitchell, John D.; Weyant, Michael; Garces, Katherine; Hsia, David via Journal of Bronchology & Interventional Pulmonology - Most Popular Articles [image: image]Background: Benign tracheal obstruction occurs for a variety of reasons. Bronchoscopic intervention includes silicone stent placement, which effectively maintains airway patency. Stent migration is a common complication, particularly when pl... περισσότερα »
Sleep disturbances among pregnant women with history of migraines
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 13 δευτερόλεπτα
: A cross-sectional study by Qiu, C., Frederick, I. O., Sorensen, T., Aurora, S. K., Gelaye, B., Enquobahrie, D. A., Williams, M. A. via Cephalalgia current issue BackgroundMigraine is associated with sleep disturbances in men and non-pregnant women. However, relatively little is known about sleep disturbances among pregnant migraineurs. We investigated sleep disturbances among pregnant women with and without history of migraine. MethodsThis cross-sectional study was conducted among 1324 women who were recruited during early pregnancy. Migraine diagnoses were based on the Internationa... περισσότερα »
The effect of environmental factors on headache
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 14 δευτερόλεπτα
Ambient air pollution, weather and daily emergency department visits for headache by Vodonos, A., Novack, V., Zlotnik, Y., Ifergane, G. via Cephalalgia current issue BackgroundHeadache is a common condition, and a common complaint leading patients to emergency departments (ED). There have been a number of studies of the effect of environmental factors on headache, such as weather and air pollutants. MethodsThis retrospective cohort study included data on daily ED visits with a chief complaint of headache in Soroka University Medical Center (SUMC) during 2002–2012. Data on weather and...περισσότερα »
Vascular leiomyomas or angioleiomyomas are rare tumors that can be found in the nasal cavity
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
A Rare Differential Diagnosis of a Nasal Tumor: Case Report and Literature Review via Case Reports in Otolaryngology Vascular leiomyomas or angioleiomyomas are rare tumors that can be found in the nasal cavity. The etiology of angioleiomyoma remains poorly understood and there are several hypotheses to explain the origin of sinonasal leiomyoma. We here describe the clinical and histological findings in a case study along with the feasibility of surgical treatment using a radiofrequency instrument. In particular, we describe the case of an adult patient with recurrent epistaxis becau... περισσότερα »
Exacerbation of SUNCT and SUNA syndromes during intravenous dihydroergotamine treatment
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
: A case series by Lambru, G., Shanahan, P., Matharu, M. via Cephalalgia current issue BackgroundThe management of short-lasting unilateral neuralgiform headache attacks with conjunctival injection and tearing (SUNCT) and with short-lasting unilateral neuralgiform headache attacks with autonomic symptoms (SUNA) remains challenging in view of the limited understanding of their pathophysiological mechanisms. MethodsAn initial observation that patients with both chronic migraine (CM) or cluster headache (CH) and SUNCT/SUNA receiving intravenous dihydroergotamine (IV DHE) had complained o... περισσότερα »
Neurovascular contact and clinical characteristics in classical trigeminal neuralgia
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Association between neurovascular contact and clinical characteristics in classical trigeminal neuralgia: A prospective clinical study using 3.0 Tesla MRIMaarbjerg, S., Wolfram, F., Gozalov, A., Olesen, J., Bendtsen, L., 2015-10-19 14:36:00 PM Background Previous studies demonstrated that a severe neurovascular contact (NVC) causing displacement or atrophy of the trigeminal nerve is highly associated with classical trigeminal neuralgia (TN). There are no studies describing the association between the clinical characteristics of TN and severe NVC. Methods Clinical characteristics were...περισσότερα »
Cephalalgia
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
Cephalalgia current issue - Inhibitory effect of chronic oral treatment with fluoxetine on capsaicin-induced external carotid vasodilatation in anaesthetised dogsMunoz-Islas, E., Gonzalez-Hernandez, A., Lozano-Cuenca, J., Ramirez-Rosas, M. B., Medina-Santillan, R., Centurion, D., MaassenVanDenBrink, A., Villalon, C. M., 2015-10-19 14:36:00 PM Background During migraine, capsaicin-sensitive trigeminal sensory nerves release calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP), resulting in cranial vasodilatation and central nociception. Moreover, 5-HT is involved in the p... περισσότερα »
Prophylactic antimigraine action : Chronic oral fluoxetine inhibited capsaicin-induced external carotid vasodilatation
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 22 δευτερόλεπτα
Inhibitory effect of chronic oral treatment with fluoxetine on capsaicin-induced external carotid vasodilatation in anaesthetised dogs by Munoz-Islas, E., Gonzalez-Hernandez, A., Lozano-Cuenca, J., Ramirez-Rosas, M. B., Medina-Santillan, R., Centurion, D., MaassenVanDenBrink, A., Villalon, C. M. via Cephalalgia current issue BackgroundDuring migraine, capsaicin-sensitive trigeminal sensory nerves release calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP), resulting in cranial vasodilatation and central nociception. Moreover, 5-HT is involved in the pathophysiology of migraine and depression. Inte...περισσότερα »
Peripheral FAAH blockade on NTG-induced hyperalgesia
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 22 δευτερόλεπτα
Effects of peripheral FAAH blockade on NTG-induced hyperalgesia--evaluation of URB937 in an animal model of migraine by Greco, R., Bandiera, T., Mangione, A., Demartini, C., Siani, F., Nappi, G., Sandrini, G., Guijarro, A., Armirotti, A., Piomelli, D., Tassorelli, C. via Cephalalgia current issue BackgroundSystemic nitroglycerin (NTG) activates brain nuclei involved in nociceptive transmission as well as in neuroendocrine and autonomic functions in rats. These changes are considered relevant for migraine because NTG consistently provokes spontaneous-like migraine attacks in migraineu... περισσότερα »
Migraine threshold
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 24 δευτερόλεπτα
Can nitric oxide induce migraine in normal individuals? by Olesen, J., Ashina, M. via Cephalalgia current issue IntroductionFor many years, scientists have debated the possibility that an individual "migraine threshold" determines the likelihood with which individuals may express migraine attacks. DiscussionRecent discoveries provided evidence for both genetic and environmental influences on individual migraine expression. The question is whether any person may express a migraine attack given a sufficiently strong stimulus or provocation. Here, we reviewed and discussed the ability of...περισσότερα »
Meningeal norepinephrine produces headache behaviors
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 25 δευτερόλεπτα
in rats via actions both on dural afferents and fibroblasts by Wei, X., Yan, J., Tillu, D., Asiedu, M., Weinstein, N., Melemedjian, O., Price, T., Dussor, G. via Cephalalgia current issue BackgroundStress is commonly reported to contribute to migraine although mechanisms by which this may occur are not fully known. The purpose of these studies was to examine whether norepinephrine (NE), the primary sympathetic efferent transmitter, acts on processes in the meninges that may contribute to the pain of migraine. MethodsNE was applied to rat dura using a behavioral model of headache. Pri...περισσότερα »
A gender influence on the relationship between migraine and Cardiovascular risk factors
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 25 δευτερόλεπτα
Gender aspects of the relationship between migraine and cardiovascular risk factors: A cross-sectional evaluation in the Brazilian Longitudinal Study of Adult Health (ELSA-Brasil) by Goulart, A. C., Santos, I. S., Lotufo, P. A., Bensenor, I. M. via Cephalalgia current issue BackgroundThe relationship between cardiovascular risk factors (CVRF) and migraine is controversial and might be different in both genders. These associations were evaluated in Brazilian middle-aged men and women from the Longitudinal Study of Adult Health (ELSA-Brasil). MethodsThe cross-sectional relationship betw...περισσότερα »
KLF6 and HER3 expression alterations in cutaneous malignant melanoma
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 29 δευτερόλεπτα
Diagnostic and prognostic potentials of via Tumor Biology AbstractIn this study, we evaluated the presence of Kruppel-like factor 6 (KLF6) and human epidermal growth factor receptor 3 (HER3) in patients with cutaneous malignant melanoma and clinical significance of these markers. Real-time PCR was used to quantify the expression levels of KLF6 and HER3 in collected tissues. Our data revealed that no or low expression levels of KLF6 were detected in 38 of 48 patients (79.16 %) and moderate to high expression levels of KLF6 were detected in 10 patients (7 cases = moderate [14.58 %] an...περισσότερα »
Tumors including oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) are capable of escaping detection
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 30 δευτερόλεπτα
Immunophenotyping of patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma in peripheral blood and associated tumor tissue via Tumor Biology AbstractThe immune system is important for elimination of cancer cells. Tumors including oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) are capable of escaping detection by host immune cells through apoptotic depletion of tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs). Circulating peripheral blood lymphocytes (PBLs) and corresponding TILs of tumor specimen were evaluated before and after curative tumor resection (*n* = 30) compared with PBLs of controls (*n* = 87). PBLs were ...περισσότερα »
When hearing loss is suspected, FRESH noise is appropriate for accurately determining audiometric thresholds
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 30 δευτερόλεπτα
Audiometric Thresholds: Stimulus Considerations in Sound Field and Under Earphones by Norrix LW, Anderson A. via American Journal of Audiology Online First Purpose This study evaluates a new stimulus, FREquency Specific Hearing assessment (FRESH) noise, to obtain hearing thresholds and reviews the potential pitfalls of using narrow band noise. Method Twelve adults with simulated gradually sloping hearing loss and 12 adults with steeply sloping hearing loss participated. Hearing thresholds were measured in sound field and under a supraaural earphone for FRESH noise, warbled tones, and ... περισσότερα »
Tumor Biology
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΟγκολογίαΠριν από 31 δευτερόλεπτα
- MicroRNA-221 targets PTEN to reduce the sensitivity of cervical cancer cells to gefitinib through the PI3K/Akt signaling pathway2015-10-19 02:00:00 AM Abstract Patients with cervical cancer show minimal clinical response to the tyrosine kinase inhibitor gefitinib, which targets the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR). The molecular mechanisms underlying sensitivity to gefitinib are unknown. The purpose of this study was to investigate the possible mechanism by which microRNA-221 (miR-221) affects sensitivity to gefitinib. We showed that miR-221 e... περισσότερα »
Internet-based auditory training (AT)
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 35 δευτερόλεπτα
Can a Remotely Delivered Auditory Training Program Improve Speech-in-Noise Understanding?Abrams HB, Bock K, Irey RL. , 2015-09-01 03:00:00 AM Purpose The aims of this study were to determine if a remotely delivered, Internet-based auditory training (AT) program improved speech-in-noise understanding and if the number of hours spent engaged in the program influenced postintervention speech-in-noise understanding. Method Twenty-nine first-time hearing aid users were randomized into an AT group (hearing aids + 3 week remotely delivered, Internet-based auditory training program) or a cont...περισσότερα »
Information Retention and Overload in First-Time Hearing Aid Users
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 38 δευτερόλεπτα
: An Interactive Multimedia Educational SolutionFerguson M, Brandreth M, Brassington W, et al. , 2015-09-01 03:00:00 AM Purpose An educational intervention to improve knowledge of hearing aids and communication in first-time hearing aid users was assessed. This intervention was based on the concept of reusable learning objects (RLOs). Method A randomized controlled trial was conducted. One group received the educational intervention, and the other acted as a control group. RLOs were delivered online and through DVD for television and personal computer. Knowledge of both practical and ...περισσότερα »
The Development of Balance Retraining
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 38 δευτερόλεπτα
: An Online Intervention for Dizziness in Adults Aged 50 Years and OlderEssery R, Kirby S, Geraghty AA, et al. , 2015-09-01 03:00:00 AM Purpose This article outlines the rationale and development process for an online intervention based on vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT). The intervention aims to assist adults aged 50 years and older to self-manage and reduce dizziness symptoms. Method The intervention was developed according to the person-based approach to digital intervention design focused on accommodating perspectives of target users. A prototype version of the interventio...περισσότερα »
A feasible web-based solution for improving the quality of life of persons with hearing problems, such as hearing loss or tinnitus
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 38 δευτερόλεπτα
An E-Platform for Rehabilitation of Persons With Hearing ProblemsVlaescu G, Carlbring P, Lunner T, et al. , 2015-09-01 03:00:00 AM Purpose The aim of this research forum article was to describe a feasible web-based solution for improving the quality of life of persons with hearing problems, such as hearing loss or tinnitus. The online platform was developed at the Department of Behavioural Sciences and Learning at Linköping University, Sweden, and has been running for a number of years and used in numerous studies and treatments. Method The security aspects of the platform as well as ...περισσότερα »
Internet and Audiology
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 43 δευτερόλεπτα
: A Review of the First International MeetingAndersson G, Lunner T, Laplante-Lévesque A, et al. , 2015-09-01 03:00:00 AM Purpose The purpose of this research forum article is to describe the impetus for holding the First International Meeting on Internet and Audiology (October 2014) and to introduce the special research forum that arose from the meeting. Method The rationale for the First International Meeting on Internet and Audiology is described. This is followed by a short description of the research sections and articles appearing in the special issue. Six articles consider the... περισσότερα »
Tas2r131-expressing cells in several nongustatory tissues including lung, trachea, ovary, ganglia, and brain
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 46 δευτερόλεπτα
Cre-Mediated Recombination in Tas2r131 Cells--A Unique Way to Explore Bitter Taste Receptor Function Inside and Outside of the Taste System by Voigt, A., Hubner, S., Doring, L., Perlach, N., Hermans-Borgmeyer, I., Boehm, U., Meyerhof, W. via Chemical Senses The type 2 taste receptors (Tas2rs) comprise a large family of G protein-coupled receptors that recognize compounds bitter to humans and aversive to vertebrates. Tas2rs are expressed in both gustatory and nongustatory tissues, however, identification and functional analyses of T2R-expressing cells have been difficult in most tissue... περισσότερα »
The Insect Chemoreceptor Superfamily Is Ancient
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 49 δευτερόλεπτα
in AnimalsRobertson, H. M., 2015-10-19 14:07:04 PM The insect chemoreceptor superfamily consists of 2 gene families, the highly diverse gustatory receptors (GRs) found in all arthropods with sequenced genomes and the odorant receptors that evolved from a GR lineage and have been found only in insects to date. Here, I describe relatives of the insect chemoreceptor superfamily, specifically the basal GR family, in diverse other animals, showing that the superfamily dates back at least to early animal evolution. GR-Like (GRL) genes are present in the genomes of the placozoan *Trichopla...περισσότερα »
Chemosensory Dysfunction in Alcohol-Related Disorders
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 50 δευτερόλεπτα
: A Joint Exploration of Olfaction and TasteBrion, M., de Timary, P., Vander Stappen, C., Guettat, L., Lecomte, B., Rombaux, P., Maurage, P., 2015-10-19 14:07:04 PM Chemosensory (olfaction–taste) dysfunctions are considered as reliable biomarkers in many neurological and psychiatric states. However, experimental measures of chemosensory abilities are lacking in alcohol-dependence (AD) and Korsakoff Syndrome (KS, a neurological complication of AD), despite the role played by alcohol-related odors and taste in the emergence and maintenance of AD. This study thus investigated chemosens... περισσότερα »
Chemical Senses
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΓεύση και ΌσφρησηΠριν από 51 δευτερόλεπτα
Chemical Senses - current issue - Cover2015-10-19 14:07:04 PM Read moreTop - Editorial Board2015-10-19 14:07:04 PM Read moreTop - Subscriptions2015-10-19 14:07:04 PM Read moreTop - Table of Contents2015-10-19 14:07:04 PM Read moreTop - Articles highlightedMeyerhof, W., 2015-10-19 14:07:04 PM Read moreTop - Chemosensory Dysfunction in Alcohol-Related Disorders: A Joint Exploration of Olfaction and TasteBrion, M., de Timary, P., Vander Stappen, C., Guettat, L., Lecomte, B., Rombaux, P., Maurage, P., 2015-10-19 14:07:04 PM Chemosensory (olfactio... περισσότερα »
The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΑκοή και ΙσορροπίαΠριν από 53 δευτερόλεπτα
- Resource Paper: SonoluminescenceLawrence A. Crum, 2015-10-16 19:37:46 PM Sonoluminescence is the production of electromagnetic radiation, much of it in the form of visible light, that is emitted from a gas-filled cavity that has grown and collapsed under the influence of a varying pressure field. This resource paper provides a guide to the literature of sonoluminescence, from its early history to the present. Read moreTop - On cross-language consonant identification in second language noiseLetizia Marchegiani and Xenofon Fafoutis, 2015-10-16 19:37:40 ... περισσότερα »
Temporal bone histopathology in NOG-related symphalangism spectrum disorder
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 54 δευτερόλεπτα
Temporal Bone Histopathology in NOG-Symphalangism Spectrum Disorder. by Quesnel, Alicia M.; Nadol, Joseph B. Jr.; Nielsen, G. Petur; Curtin, Hugh D.; Lesperance, Marci M. via Otology & Neurotology - Published Ahead-of-Print Objective: To describe the human temporal bone histopathology in NOG-related symphalangism spectrum disorder, a spectrum of congenital stape fixation syndromes caused by mutations in the NOG gene. To discuss implications for clinical management. Patient: A patient with a mutation in the NOG gene. Intervention(s): Removal of temporal bones, postmortem temporal bone... περισσότερα »
Malignant Mucous Cells in a Thyroid Aspirate
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 54 δευτερόλεπτα
Cytological Findings for the Diagnosis of Primary *Thyroid Mucosa*-Associated Lymphoid Tissue Lymphoma by Fine Needle *Aspiration* S Kaba, M Hirokawa, M Higuchi, A Suzuki, M Kojima… - Acta cytologica, 2015 - karger.com *...* Low-grade B-*cell* lymphoma arising from *mucosa*-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) was first *...* the present study should improve the diagnostic accuracy of primary *malignant* lymphoma according *...* on Pap-stained smears, including the nuclear findings of neoplastic *cells* and *cell* *...* [HTML] *Thyroid *nodule: first manifestation of chronic lymphocytic ...περισσότερα »
Effects of Muscone on Random Skin Flap Survival
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 54 δευτερόλεπτα
in Rats by Kailiang, Zhou via Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery J reconstr Microsurg DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1565264 Background The necrosis of a distal area of random skin flap remains challenging. Muscone can increase blood flow and reduce ischemia–reperfusion injury, this study was undertaken to investigate the effects of muscone on random skin flap survival. Materials McFarlane flaps were established in 72 rats and divided into two groups. The test group received intraperitoneal injections of muscone (0.64 mg/kg/d); control rats received intraperitoneal injections of saline. The...περισσότερα »
Missed thyroid abscess
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Missed thyroid abscess by Ibrahim Aliyu via Thyroid Res Pract *Ibrahim Aliyu* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):125-126 *Sir,After reading the recent article on thyroid abscess by Nirhale et al., [1] this communication seeks to further highlight an unusual presentation that may be associated with it. It is a rare disease because of the peculiarities of the thyroid glands-such as its complete encapsulation, rich lymphatic and blood supplies, and high iodine content-which protect it from bacterial infection. [2] However, it is commoner in immune-deficient patients, [3] and... περισσότερα »
Thyroid disorders : Adenosine deaminase as nonspecific marker of cell-mediated immunity
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Serum adenosine deaminase activity in thyroid disorders by Rajendra Duwal via Thyroid Res Pract *Rajendra Duwal, Seraj Ahmed Khan, Binod Kumar Lal Das, Basanta Gelal* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):104-106 Context: It has been widely reported that thyroid gland is very much prone to autoimmune disorder. Adenosine deaminase (ADA), an enzyme distributed in the human tissues, is considered as nonspecific marker of cell-mediated immunity. Also it is suggested to be an important enzyme for modulating the bioactivity of thyroid hormones, but its clinical significance in thyroid d... περισσότερα »
Thyroglossal duct cyst associated with ectopic thyroid
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Developmental anomalies of thyroid: Thyroglossal duct cyst associated with ectopic thyroid: Radiology and nuclear medicine imaging findings by Sunita Nitin Sonavane via Thyroid Res Pract *Sunita Nitin Sonavane, Mangala Targe Munde, Biju Menon, Ramesh Asopa* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):119-123 We report a case of euthyroid young female with anterior midline neck swelling, non-tender gradually increased to present size since childhood. On anatomic cross sectional imaging ultrasonography (USG) and computed tomography (CT) scan showed multiseptated cyst in the midline neck, ... περισσότερα »
Hyperthyroidism is treated with anti-thyroid drugs (ATD), radioactive iodine and surgery
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Pharmacoeconomics of treatment options for hyperthyroidism: The Ibadan experience by Karounwi Omotayo Ogunjobi via Thyroid Res Pract *Karounwi Omotayo Ogunjobi, John Enyi Ejeh, Aduragbenro Deborah Adedapo, Kayode Solomon Adedapo* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):100-103 Objective: Hyperthyroidism is treated with anti-thyroid drugs (ATD), radioactive iodine and surgery. Debate is ongoing over which treatment option is better in terms of producing long term remission and production of fewer side effects. The cost of each option must be considered as well. Therefore, in this st... περισσότερα »
Dysphagia (5.88%),OSA (5.88%),swelling in the neck (17.6%),slow growth were also present (5.88%)
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Thyroid ectopia: A case series and literature review by Madhuri Patil via Thyroid Res Pract *Madhuri Patil, Vageesh Ayyar, Ganapathi Bantwal, Anantha Raman, Belinda George, Vivek Mathew* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):110-115 Thyroid ectopia is a dysgenesis of thyroid gland. A series of seventeen patients with ectopic thyroid tissue and dyshormonogenesis is presented here. Patient data were reviewed retrospectively for this descriptive study. At presentation, age of the patients ranged from 2 months to 50 years (mean age -13.7 yr). Male to female ratio is 1: 7.5. Hypothyroi...περισσότερα »
Children with autoimmune thyroiditis : Thyroid dysfunction and autoantibodies in first degree relatives
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
of North Indian children with autoimmune thyroiditis by Devi Dayal via Thyroid Res Pract *Devi Dayal, Sanjeev H Naganur, Biman K Siakia, Baljinder Singh* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):96-99 Background: Family studies in developed countries show an increased prevalence of thyroid autoantibodies in first degree relatives of children with autoimmune thyroiditis (AIT). Such data is scarce from developing country setups. Materials and Methods: Thyroid profiles and autoantibodies were evaluated in 50 first degree relatives of 50 children with AIT. Results: Eleven (22%) subjects...περισσότερα »
Thyroid function and metabolic syndrome
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Thyroid function and metabolic syndrome by Pankaj Agarwal via Thyroid Res Pract *Pankaj Agarwal, Mohit Mohan Singh, Manish Gutch* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):85-86 The prevalence of metabolic syndrome varies around the world. In general, the prevalence of metabolic syndrome increases with age. The highest recorded prevalence worldwide is in Native Americans, with nearly 60% of women ages 45-49 and 45% of men ages 45-49 meeting the National Cholesterol Education Program and Adult Treatment Panel III (NCEP: ATP III) criteria. [1] Almost 30 − 65% of adult urban Indians are e... περισσότερα »
Pattern and frequency of thyroid pathologies among thyroid cytology specimen
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
in rural part of central India: A retrospective secondary data analysis by Vivek Gupta via Thyroid Res Pract *Vivek Gupta, Arvind Bhake, Seema Dayal* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):93-95 Background: Thyroid nodules are very frequent, with an annual incidence rate of 4-8%. Thyroid fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) is more than 50 years old and is the principal method of preoperative diagnosis in both children and adults. Aims: (1) To assess the pattern and frequency of thyroid lesions in cytology, (2) To study the correlation of thyroid lesions with different age group...περισσότερα »
Autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome II (APS II) is defined as Primary adrenal insufficiency with Autoimmune hypothyroidism and/or Type 1 Diabetes
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Levothyroxine replacement before glucocorticoid replacement leading to adrenal crisis in a case of autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome type II (Schmidt syndrome) by Om J Lakhani via Thyroid Res Pract *Om J Lakhani, Sudhir Tripathi, KC Indu, Mitali Desai* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):116-118 Autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome II (APS II) is defined as Primary adrenal insufficiency with Autoimmune hypothyroidism and/or Type 1 Diabetes. Hypothyroidism is commonly diagnosed but adrenal insufficiency often gets missed out. Levothyroxine replacement before glucocorticoid replaceme... περισσότερα »
Liver cirrhotic patients due to chronic hepatitis C : Low serum free and total tri-iodothyronine hormones
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Low serum free and total tri-iodothyronine hormones as possible prognostic factors in liver cirrhotic patients due to chronic hepatitis C by AbdAllah Ahmed El-Sawy via Thyroid Res Pract *AbdAllah Ahmed El-Sawy, Mohamed Abd El-Raouf Tawfik* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):87-92 Background and Aim: Liver and thyroid hormones are powerfully correlated so thyroid hormone abnormalities are seen in patients of liver diseases We evaluated serum thyroid hormone levels in chronic hepatitis C cirrhotic patients with and without hepatic encephalopathy. Patients and Methods: Our study w...περισσότερα »
Phosphate binders bind levothyroxine and affect the control of hypothyroidism
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Phosphate binders bind levothyroxine and affect the control of hypothyroidism by Akihito Tanaka via Thyroid Res Pract *Akihito Tanaka, Yuichi Ito* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):124-125 Sir, The number of patients who receive regular hemodialysis (HD) is increasing. Among the HD patients, many patients show excessive high levels of phosphate and are administered phosphate binders, such as calcium carbonate (CaCO 3 ), sevelamer hydrochloride (SevHCl), lanthanum carbonate (LaCO 3 ) and so on. On the other hand, hypothyroidism is often seen. Complication of hypothyroidism in ... περισσότερα »
Advances in Anatomic Pathology,The Journal of Pathology,Brain Pathology,Pathology Research International,International Journal of Experimental Pathology,Journal of Oral Pathology & Medicine
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΠαθολοΑνατομίαΠριν από 1 ώρα
Pathology Research International Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells Ameliorates Seawater-Exposure-Induced Acute Lung Injury by Inhibiting Autophagy in Lung Tissue Qiu-ping Liu, Dang-xia Zhou, Li Sun, Luo Ling, Chang-gui Wu, Pu Lin, And Shui-ping Han · Sunday, September 20, 2015, 11:05 Seawater drowning can lead to acute lung injury (ALI). Several studies have shown that bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSC) treatment could attenuate ALI. However, the mechanisms underlying this phenomenon still remain elusive. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate whether BMSC treatment can am... περισσότερα »
Hypothyroidism after hemithyroidectomy for colloid goiter
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
: Is it a reality by Karan Gupta via Thyroid Res Pract *Karan Gupta, Naresh K Panda, Prachi Jain, Jaimanti Bakshi, Roshan Verma* Thyroid Research and Practice 2015 12(3):107-109 Objective: The objective was to determine the overall risk of hypothyroidism (clinical and subclinical) after hemithyroidectomy for colloid goiter. Materials and Methods: Prospective review of 54 patients who underwent hemithyroidectomy for colloid goiter at a tertiary care center from January, 2010 to December, 2012 with regular follow-up. Results: A total of 54 patients were included in the study with 38 fe... περισσότερα »
Dog ear flap,Transverse upper gracilis flap (TUG), profundus femoris artery perforator flap (PFAP), superior gluteal artery perforator flap (SGAP) and the lumbar artery perforator flap (LAP)
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
The dog ear flap as an alternative choice for breast reconstruction in patients who already underwent a DIEAP flap by Britt Colebunders, Bernard Depypere, Koenraad Van Landuyt via Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery Patients with previous deep inferior epigastric perforator flap (DIEAP) reconstruction or abdominoplasty are often a challenge for breast reconstruction. Several second choice flaps have been described such as the transverse upper gracilis flap (TUG), profundus femoris artery perforator flap (PFAP), superior gluteal artery perforator flap (SGAP) and the lumbar art... περισσότερα »
Sleep Apnea Dentistry
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
: A Long But Rewarding Journey by Randy Clare via American Sleep & Breathing Academy At one time I had built my private practice Wheatland Dental in Dallas Texas into one of the largest dental practices in the United States with over 13 associate dentists. This was a huge practice which required that I not only train, inspire and mange an army of clinical staff. I also needed to keep my eyes and ears open for new opportunities, techniques and procedures that would bring enough patients to keep everyone busy. I have been treating sleep apnea for many years as an offshoot of my TMD prac...περισσότερα »
Stitchless anastomosis of the harvested greater auricular nerve cable graft with the sealant gel to the stump ends of the facial nerve
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Sequential pictorial account of results of sealant gel-aided cable nerve grafting in a case of iatrogenic facial nerve palsy by Produl Hazarika via Indian Journal of Otology *Produl Hazarika, Seema Elina Punnoose, Joyse Zachariah, John Victor* Indian Journal of Otology 2015 21(4):306-308 The uniqueness of this surgical case report is in the use of a stitchless anastomosis of the harvested greater auricular nerve cable graft with the sealant gel to the stump ends of the facial nerve. A liberal use of the gel was done in the full length of the cable graft and a folded hammock support b... περισσότερα »
Early onset of occupational hearing loss : Audiometric notching at 4 kHz
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Audiometric notching at 4 kHz: Good screening test for assessment of early onset of occupational hearing loss by Gaurav Agarwal via Indian Journal of Otology *Gaurav Agarwal, Prakash S Nagpure, Kamana Sindhu Pal, Amit Kumar Kaushal, Manish Kumar* Indian Journal of Otology 2015 21(4):270-273 Context: In noise induced hearing loss (NIHL), cochlear hair cells are damaged by exposure to loud sound. The basilar membrane is tonotopically organized with the lowest frequencies preferentially transduced at the apex and the highest frequencies at the base. On the basilar membrane, the outer h...περισσότερα »
Actinomycetoma of temporal bone
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
: A rare case report by Viresh Arora via Indian Journal of Otology *Viresh Arora, Bhanu Handa* Indian Journal of Otology 2015 21(4):298-302 Mycetoma is a specific chronic granulomatous disease affecting subcutaneous tissues and the dermis. It is caused by either actinomycetes or fungi. It is endemic and distributed worldwide. The clinical presentation is variable and the diagnosis being made on the presence of pustular exudates and the culture. The treatment depends on the cause, antibacterial medication for the actinomycetoma, and antifungal for eumycetoma. The prognosis is grave i... περισσότερα »
Decrease in the mastoid air cell volume
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Has mastoid pneumatization any bearing on tympanoplasty? by Chander Mohan via Indian Journal of Otology *Chander Mohan, Shilpam Sharma, Abhinav Srivastava* Indian Journal of Otology 2015 21(4):266-269 Aims: The importance of the mastoid in determining the success or failure of tympanic membrane reconstruction has been a topic of debate since long. A decrease in the mastoid air cell volume has been shown to be related to atelectatic ear diseases, cholesteatoma, and chronic otitis media with effusion. The aim of this study was to see the surgical outcome in cases of type I tympanoplast...περισσότερα »
Basosquamous cell carcinoma of pinna
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Basosquamous cell carcinoma of pinna by Vivek Sasindran via Indian Journal of Otology *Vivek Sasindran, Cyril Joseph, Sathibhai Panicker, Mithra Sara John* Indian Journal of Otology 2015 21(4):290-293 Basosquamous cell carcinoma (BSC) is a rare cutaneous lesion with features of both basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. We report a case of a 75-year-old male presented in our outpatient department with an ulceroproliferative lesion left pinna extending into the external auditory canal at Stage II temporal bone malignancy. Wide excision pinna and lateral temporal bone resec... περισσότερα »
Speech evoked auditory brain stem responses (spABR)
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Neurophysiologic measures of auditory brainstem responses to Hindi speech stimulus in typically developing children by Mohammad Shamim Ansari via Indian Journal of Otology *Mohammad Shamim Ansari, Rangasayee Raghunath* Indian Journal of Otology 2015 21(4):260-265 Context: Speech evoked auditory brain stem responses (spABR) are used to assess brain stem ability to encode speech. However, brain stem representations of speech sound are affected by acoustic differences of speech, language background and experiences. Hence, linguistically and culturally specific stimulus should be used. T... περισσότερα »
HRCT temporal bone in patients with active squamosal chronic otitis media (COM)
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Correlation of high-resolution computed tomography temporal bone findings with intra-operative findings in patients with cholesteatoma by Sonika Kanotra via Indian Journal of Otology *Sonika Kanotra, Rohan Gupta, Nitika Gupta, Rashmi Sharma, Saurabh Gupta, Sunil Kotwal* Indian Journal of Otology 2015 21(4):280-285 Aim: To evaluate the role of high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) temporal bone in patients with active squamosal chronic otitis media (COM). Materials and Methods: Totally, 47 patients with active squamosal COM underwent preoperative HRCT temporal bone followed by su... περισσότερα »
The Laryngoscope
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
- In Response to A new theory on the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma: Mucosal tractionRichard A. Chole, David J. Lim, 2015-10-19 13:19:52 PM Read moreTop - Pediatric laryngotracheal reconstruction with tissue-engineered cartilage in a rabbit modelIan N. Jacobs, Robert A. Redden, Rachel Goldberg, Michael Hast, Rebecca Salowe, Robert L. Mauck, Edward J. Doolin, 2015-10-19 13:19:52 PM Objectives/Hypothesis To develop an effective rabbit model of in vitro- and in vivo-derived tissue-engineered cartilage for laryngotracheal reconstruction (LTR). ... περισσότερα »
Advances in Anatomic Pathology,The Journal of Pathology,Brain Pathology,Pathology Research International,International Journal of Experimental Pathology,Journal of Oral Pathology & Medicine
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΠαθολοΑνατομίαΠριν από 1 ώρα
Journal of Oral Pathology & Medicine Immunohistochemical expression of alpha-smooth muscle actin and glucocorticoid and calcitonin receptors in central giant-cell lesions Nancy Noya Maiz, Estela Rosa-garcía, María Esther Irigoyen Camacho · Thursday, October 15, 2015, 13:58 Background Central giant-cell lesions (CGCLs) are reactive lesions that consist histologically of spindle-shaped stromal cells, (fibroblasts and myofibroblasts) loosely arranged in a fibrous stroma, multinucleated giant cells and mononuclear cells with haemorrhagic areas. This study identified the immunoexpression o... περισσότερα »
Speech and language
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςΠριν από 1 ώρα
Speech and language Communication partner training of enrolled nurses working in nursing homes with people with communication disorders caused by stroke or Parkinson's disease. Eriksson K, Forsgren E, Hartelius L, Saldert C · Tuesday, October 13, 2015, 19:33 *Communication partner training of enrolled nurses working in nursing homes with people with communication disorders caused by stroke or Parkinson's disease.* Disabil Rehabil. 2015 Oct 12;:1-17 Authors: Eriksson K, Forsgren E, Hartelius L, Saldert C Abstract PURPOSE: To evaluate the effect of a communication partner training progr... περισσότερα »
Language and Communication Disorders
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςΠριν από 1 ώρα
International Journal of Language & Communication Disorders Language changes in bilingual individuals with Alzheimer's disease Becca L. Stilwell, Rebecca M. Dow, Carolien Lamers, Robert T. Woods · Monday, October 19, 2015, 5:13 Abstract Background Alzheimer's disease (AD) in those who are bilingual is becoming increasingly prevalent in modern society, yet little is known about the impact of AD on the bilingual's two languages. Aims To gather information from the available literature on AD and bilingual individuals. Methods & Procedures The first author searched three electronic database...περισσότερα »
Hearing and Balance
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΑκοή και ΙσορροπίαΠριν από 1 ώρα
Hearing and Balance Hearing the voices of children: self-reported information on children's experiences during research procedures: a study protocol. Staphorst Ms, Hunfeld Ja, Timman R, Passchier J, Van Goudoever Jb · Sunday, October 18, 2015, 12:53 *Hearing the voices of children: self-reported information on children's experiences during research procedures: a study protocol.* BMJ Open. 2015;5(10):e009053 Authors: Staphorst MS, Hunfeld JA, Timman R, Passchier J, van Goudoever JB Abstract INTRODUCTION: In paediatric research, there is a tension between what you can ask from a child and... περισσότερα »
American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςΠριν από 4 ώρες
- Editor's Perspective: Research Article Versus Research NoteWilkinson K. , 2015-08-01 03:00:00 AM Purpose In this article, the Editor of the American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology reflects on the distinction between two article types—the Research Article and the Research Note—and the important contributions that each article type makes. Read moreTop - Asking the Stakeholders: Perspectives of Individuals With Aphasia, Their Family Members, and Physicians Regarding Communication in Medical InteractionsBurns M, Baylor C, Dudgeon BJ, et al. , 201... περισσότερα »
OtoRhinoLaryngology New Articles,October 19th,2015
Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοMedicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 5 ώρες
Ossiculoplasty *Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 2 δευτερόλεπτα* *: A historical perspective by Narmaya Thapa via Indian Journal of Otology *Narmaya Thapa* Indian Journal of Otology 2015 21(4):231-232 Ossiculoplasty is defined as the reconstruction of the ossicular chain. Its historical aspect is worth reviewing. The earliest recorded ossiculoplasty was attempted by Matte in 1901 to re-establish a connection between the tympanic membrane and the oval window in the case of missing ossicles. After a long time, Wullstein in 1951 utilize... περισσότερα »
