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Annals of Otology, Rhinology & Laryngology

Objectives: To evaluate the safety and outcomes of powered intracapsular tonsillotomy and adenoid... more Objectives: To evaluate the safety and outcomes of powered intracapsular tonsillotomy and adenoidectomy (PITA) for the treatment of sleep disordered breathing in infants up to 36 months of age compared to older children. Methods: This retrospective analysis included children who underwent PITA from 2013 to 2019 at a single tertiary care medical center. The patients were divided into 2 groups: up to 36 months, and 36 to 72 months. The data were collected from electronic medical records and from a telephone survey based on a modified version of the OSA-18 questionnaire. Post-operative complications, and short- and long-term outcomes were compared. Results: A total of 48 patients met the inclusion criteria for the main study group (up to 36 months of age). They were compared to 59 children 36 to 72 months of age. There were no differences in subjective outcomes between age groups ( P = .65). There were no differences in the frequency of post-operative complications between age groups (...

Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery

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Harefuah, 2002

Subglottic malignancies are rare. They constitute about 1% of laryngeal cancer. Most of these mal... more Subglottic malignancies are rare. They constitute about 1% of laryngeal cancer. Most of these malignancies are squamous cell carcinoma. In this article were describe various definitions concerning the borders of the subglottic region. A summary of pathophysiology and behavior of cancer in this location is presented. The incidence of primary subglottic carcinoma is low. The origin of most cancers in this area is the glottic cancer that extends into the subglottic region. The tumor tends to spread through lymphatic channels to the paraglottic and preglottic (delphian) nodes and secondary to the jugular chain. The delayed diagnosis is due to the lack of symptoms in the early stage of the disease and the hidden location of the tumor. The presenting symptoms are usually dyspnea and stridor. Direct laryngoscopy is essential for early detection of the tumor and the use of CT and MRI is advocated. Therapy is usually radical. Total laryngectomy and radiation therapy have both been advocated....

European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology, 2020

Purpose To evaluate the safety and outcomes of adenoidectomy for the treatment of sleep disordere... more Purpose To evaluate the safety and outcomes of adenoidectomy for the treatment of sleep disordered breathing (SDB) in infants up to 12 months of age as compared to children ages 13-72 months Methods A retrospective analysis was performed by reviewing the medical records of children who underwent adenoidectomy from 2005 to 2018. The data of older age groups were also collected for comparison. The patients were divided into three groups: up to 12 months (infants), 13-36 months (toddlers) and 37-72 months (preschool). The data were collected from electronic medical records and from a telephone survey based on a modified version of the OSA-18 questionnaire. Postoperative complications, and short and long-term outcomes were compared. Results Twenty-one patients met the inclusion criteria for the main study group (infants). They were compared with fortyfour toddlers and thirty-two preschoolers. Among the infants, four (19%) needed additional surgical intervention, none of the toddlers and four (12.5%) preschoolers. There were no differences in subjective outcomes between age groups (p = 0.365) in the first year after surgery. One year after surgery, outcomes remained similar in all age groups (p = 0.302) with regard to SDB, but subjective improvements in mouth breathing and nasal discharge were better among the older children (p = 0.011 and p = 0.012), respectively. Conclusion The outcomes of adenoidectomy for the treatment of SDB in infants up to 12 months of age is similar to children ages 13-72 months.

Annals of Otology, Rhinology & Laryngology, 2020

Objective: To compare the size of Ostmann’s fat pad (OFP) between healthy ears and ears with chro... more Objective: To compare the size of Ostmann’s fat pad (OFP) between healthy ears and ears with chronic otitis media with cholestatoma (COMwC) using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Methods: Twenty-six patients with unilateral COMwC underwent mastoidectomy. Pre-operative MRI records were reviewed retrospectively. The healthy ears served as the control group. OFP is represented by the maximum diameter of the high intensity area medial to the tensor veli palatini muscle (TVP); M1. A reference diameter was defined from the medial border of OFP reaching the medial border of the medial pterygoid muscle; M2. Values of M1, M2 and the ratio of M1:M2 was compared between the healthy and pathological ear in each patient. Results: All 26 patients (16 females,10 males) had unilateral cholestatoma. Mean age was 37.6 years (range 19-83). In the healthy (H) ears group, mean M1H was 2.04 ± 0.53 mm, mean M2H was 9.57 ± 2.57 mm. In the pathological (P) ears group; mean M1P was 2.03 ± 0.55 mm, mean M2P ...

Scientific Reports, 2020

Laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma (LSCC) responds to 17β-estradiol via estrogen-receptor (ER, tra... more Laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma (LSCC) responds to 17β-estradiol via estrogen-receptor (ER, transcribed from ESR1) dependent mechanisms, but is not recognized as a hormonally responsive cancer. 17β-estradiol production by LSCC cell lines UM-SCC-11A and UM-SCC-12 was examined. Wild type (WT) and ESR1-silenced LSCC cultures and xenografts were examined for 17β-estradiol responsiveness in vivo. 14 LSCC and surrounding epithelial samples at various pathological stages were obtained from patients; ERα and ERβ expression were verified using data from the total cancer genome atlas. UM-SCC-11A and UM-SCC-12 both produce 17β-estradiol, but only UM-SCC-12, not UM-SCC-11A, xenograft tumors grow larger in vivo in response to systemic 17β-estradiol treatments. ERα66 and ERα36 expression inversely correlated with clinical cancer stage and tumor burden. LSCC ERα66 expression was higher compared to surrounding epithelia in indolent samples but lower in aggressive LSCC. ERβ expression was highly v...

Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, 2001

OBJECTIVEThis study evaluates the effectiveness and safety of fiberoptic carbon dioxide (CO2) las... more OBJECTIVEThis study evaluates the effectiveness and safety of fiberoptic carbon dioxide (CO2) laser welding for graft closure of tympanic membrane perforations in an animal model.STUDY DESIGN AND SETTINGTympanic membrane perforation was surgically induced in 11 eardrums of 7 given pigs. A lumbar facial graft was placed over the wound, and albumin drops served as a biologic solder. CO2 laser energy, transmitted through silver halide infrared transmitting fibers, was used for „spot‐welding“ along the circumference of the graft. The welded sites were evaluated by using a surgical microscope as well as by evaluating the sites histologically.RESULTSHealing started 3 to 4 days after surgery and was completed within 3 weeks with the formation of a neotympanum. Some inflammation with granulation tissue was noted in 5 eardrums.CONCLUSIONS AND SIGNIFICANCEThese preliminary results indicate that CO2 laser tympanoplasty with a fiberoptic delivery system may be a promising new technique for the ...

Clinical Otolaryngology, 2017

To characterise the craniofacial structure by cephalometry, especially the skull base and nasopha... more To characterise the craniofacial structure by cephalometry, especially the skull base and nasopharyngeal space, in children who underwent adenoidectomy and developed persistent velopharyngeal dysfunction (VPD). Design: Retrospective study. Setting: Speech and swallowing clinic of a single academic hospital. Participants: Thirty-nine children with persistent VPD following adenoidectomy (mean age 8.0AE3.6 years) and a control group of 80 healthy children. Main outcome measures: Cephalometric landmarks were chosen; craniofacial linear and angular dimensions were measured and analysed. Results: The linear dimensions of the nasopharyngeal area were shorter in the VPD group, S-Ba (41.6AE4.2 mm, P<.05) and S-Ptm (42.4AE5.1 mm, P<.05). The anterior skull base, N-S, was similar (68.1 mmAE6.8). The velum length, Ptm-P was significantly shorter in the VPD group (27.8AE4.3 mm, P<.001). The Ba-S-Ptm angle was significantly larger in the VPD group (63.5AE5.6°, P<.001). There was no significant difference in cranial base angle (CBA), Ba-S-N, between the two groups.

Annals of Otology, Rhinology & Laryngology, 2003

Approximately 30% of patients with sudden hearing loss show complete recovery. Researchers have l... more Approximately 30% of patients with sudden hearing loss show complete recovery. Researchers have long questioned whether extensive evaluation is necessary in these cases. Recently, however, with the increasing widespread application of magnetic resonance imaging, a higher rate than expected of acoustic neuromas has been detected in patients with sudden hearing loss. Two studies have suggested that affected patients may even partially regain hearing. The aim of the present clinical study was to determine whether acoustic neuroma–induced hearing loss may be associated with full recovery. The files of 67 patients evaluated for sudden hearing loss at Rabin Medical Center from 1989 to 2000 were reviewed. All patients underwent pure tone audiometry, acoustic reflex tests, and auditory brain stem evoked response tests. Hearing evaluation was followed by magnetic resonance imaging scan and, 1 month later, a second hearing test. Findings were compared between patients with and without evidenc...

Annals of Otology, Rhinology & Laryngology, 1995

The commonly used method of preparing the temporal bone for light microscopy is a refinement of a... more The commonly used method of preparing the temporal bone for light microscopy is a refinement of a basic formula that has been employed for a century. This process includes fixation, decalcification, neutralization, dehydration, embedding in celloidin, and hardening. The main disadvantage of this process is that decalcification is performed. This article describes a new method for preparing the temporal bone of rats for light microscopy. The main advantage of this new method is that no decalcification is involved, so that all bony elements are retained in their normal shape and location, and even retain some enzymatic activity. Other advantages are that the fixation is reversible and the process is short (approximately 2 weeks) and therefore relatively inexpensive. Our vast and positive experience with this technique has led us to report this method not in a specific experiment, but rather as a specific laboratory technique.

Journal of Basic and Clinical Physiology and Pharmacology, 2005

Tinnitus, hyperacusis and difficulty listening in background noise are common symptoms reported b... more Tinnitus, hyperacusis and difficulty listening in background noise are common symptoms reported by patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI). The aim of this study was to explore the function of the auditory system in TBI patients with and without auditory complaints but having normal pure-tone audiograms. The study consisted of 24 TBI patients with and 10 TBI patients without auditory complaints. In addition, 15 normal controls were included in the study. The function of the auditory system was tested by recording transient otoacoustic emissions (TEOAE) during the presentation of increasing levels of white noise in the contralateral ear. Most of the TBI patients with auditory complaints (87%) showed absent or significantly reduced effect of the auditory efferent system as compared with the TBI patients without auditory complaints and to normal controls. However, the global amplitude of the TEOAE was significantly higher in TBI patients with auditory complaints compared to those without. Due to its role in peripheral and central auditory activity, dysfunction of the efferent system may be at least partially responsible for these auditory complaints. This study underscores the importance of testing and evaluating the functional integrity of the medial efferent system by an objective and non-invasive method in patients with TBI.

JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery, Jan 30, 2015

Bilateral vestibular failure is a debilitating condition that may lead to oscillopia and adversel... more Bilateral vestibular failure is a debilitating condition that may lead to oscillopia and adversely affect quality of life. Researchers have suggested that vestibular function might be restored with implantation of an external mechanical stimulation device. However, it is essential that such a device must not interfere with normal hearing. To evaluate the effect of vestibular implant insertion on hearing in a sand rat model with normal hearing. The study was conducted in a tertiary medical center in accord with the guidelines of the Rabin Medical Center Animal Care and Use Committee. The experiment was performed in 6 adult, 6-month-old, fat sand rats (Psammomys obesus), which have a unique aural anatomy that permits access to the inner ear. The study dates were March 2013 to March 2014. The sand rats were anesthetized and electrodes were implanted unilaterally (in 6 sand rats) or bilaterally (in 2 sand rats) in all 3 semicircular canals (lateral, then posterior, and then superior) by...

Journal of Basic and Clinical Physiology and Pharmacology, 2008

Journal of Basic and Clinical Physiology and Pharmacology, 2001

Objective: To determine whether acoustic neuroma-induced sudden hearing loss is associated with h... more Objective: To determine whether acoustic neuroma-induced sudden hearing loss is associated with hearing recovery and, if so, to characterize its clinical, audiometric and imaging manifestations. Methods: The files of 72 patients with sudden hearing loss evaluated between 1989 to 2001 were reviewed. All patients underwent pure tone audiometry, acoustic reflex and auditory brain revoked response (ABR) test. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was performed followed by a second hearing test after one month. The findings were compared between patients with and without evidence of tumors on imaging, and between patients with tumors with and without recovery. Results: Twenty-five patients (35%) had a diagnosis of acoustic tumor. Of these, six (24%) recovered hearing after one month. Five of them had small intracanicular tumors and one had a small extracanicular tumor. There was variability in the hearing loss. Five had a pathological ABR and one had normal ABR.

The American journal of otology, 1996

We observed that some temporal bones with endolymphatic hydrops (EH) showed varying degrees of ba... more We observed that some temporal bones with endolymphatic hydrops (EH) showed varying degrees of basalward displacement (towards the scala tympani) of the basilar membrane (BM) in the apical turn of the cochlea. In some, the BM was adherent to the bony wall of the scala tympani (i.e., the interscalar septum). Such mechanical distortion of the BM could conceivably alter cochlear mechanics and lead to sensorineural hearing loss. The results of a systematic evaluation of 234 temporal bones to characterize, quantify and determine the functional significance of this observation are presented. Four groups of bones were evaluated: normal (N = 78), presbycusis (N = 96), Ménière's disease (N = 23), and EH secondary to labyrinthitis (N = 37). The incidence of extreme displacement of the BM in the apical turn such that it adhered to the interscalar septum was 52% in Ménière's disease, 57% in EH secondary to labyrinthitis, 10% in presbycusis, and 1% in normals. These differences were sign...

The Israel Medical Association journal : IMAJ, 2003

Technetium-99m sestamibi scintigraphy has become one of the most popular techniques for localizat... more Technetium-99m sestamibi scintigraphy has become one of the most popular techniques for localization of the parathyroid gland after failure of primary neck exploration. To examine the efficacy of sestamibi with the hand-held gamma ray detecting probe for the identification of parathyroid adenomas during revision parathyroidectomy. We reviewed six cases of probe-assisted neck exploration for parathyroid lesions following unsuccessful primary exploration. In all cases the pathologic glands were successfully detected and removed. With careful planning, a gamma ray detecting probe can be used optimally 2-3 hours after technetium-99m sestamibi injection. The probe is efficient, easy and convenient to use.

The Journal of otolaryngology, 2000

The facial and vestibulocochlear nerves emanate from the brain stem and then run parallel to each... more The facial and vestibulocochlear nerves emanate from the brain stem and then run parallel to each other within the internal auditory canal prior to their more peripheral distribution. Although anatomic connections between the facial and cochlear nerves have been described, reports outlining facial-vestibular anastomoses are few and may be found primarily in the non-English literature. The present study documents the existence of vestibulofacial neural connections as part of an anatomic dissection of 17 fresh human temporal bones.

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Harefuah, 1997

The potential parapharyngeal space contains the great vessels of the neck, cranial nerves IX-XII,... more The potential parapharyngeal space contains the great vessels of the neck, cranial nerves IX-XII, the sympathetic chain and lymph nodes. Surgical access is difficult and the infrequency of tumors in it make surgery of this part of the head and neck a challenge, 8 women and 2 men (mean age 54.7, range 31-70 years) with tumors of the parapharyngeal space operated on during the past 6 years are presented. The most common surgical approach was the cervical submandibular, used in 6 of our patients with relative ease and minimal complications. Tumors of deep lobe parotid origin should be operated through a transparotid approach. Large benign or malignant tumors have a better prognosis when the transcervical transmandibular approach is used, providing wider access.

Ear, nose, & throat journal, 1990