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Outcomes of facial artery musculomucosal flap for closure of small and medium sized fistula after clefts
Conclusion FAMM flap is appropriate for reconstruction of small and medium sized fistula because of its reliability and versatility. The flap presents few complications and ensures adequate functional results after palatal fistula repair because of its nearly the same tissue like the palatal tissue. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - December 2, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Debridement of facial necrotizing fasciitis via bicoronal flap
We present a case of an extensive facial necrotizing fasciitis that require a bicoronal flap incision with a modified drainage technique using a nasogastric tube for dressing. Our patient was successfully recovered from the dreadful illness and was discharged well. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - December 2, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Noise-induced hearing loss in grass-trimming workers
Conclusion It is warranted to give continuing education on the grass-trimming workers about the risk and how to protect them from noise-induced hearing loss. While the diagnosis should be made in the presence of exposure, the possibility of noise-induced hearing loss is highest when the dip occurs at 3 kHz followed by 4 and 6 kHz. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - December 2, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Quality of life in head and neck cancer: Patients ’ and family caregivers’ perceptions
Conclusions Both patients and caregivers agreed in the perception of patients’ quality of life. This final outcome supports the use of the questionnaires. The only domain that differed was the anxiety domain. The concept of anxiety may be more difficult to define due to its heterogeneity. Moreover in the EQ-5D-5L questionnaire anxiety is put together with depression, which probably is a more complex concept to look at. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - November 30, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Effectiveness and safety of cefpodoxime in upper respiratory tract infections in adult Egyptian population a report from the Egyptian STAR registry
Conclusions High cure rates for acute maxillary sinusitis and acute tonsilopharyngitis, and a favorable safety and tolerability profile were noted following treatment with cefpodoxime. Thus, cefpodoxime seems to be effective as empirical treatment in adult Egyptian patients with acute UTRIs. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - November 24, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Post operative palatal cleft with synechia of tonsillar pillar and uvula – Could vascular ischemia be the etiology?
We present a post operative case of nasopharyngeal angiofibroma who presented with nasal twang in voice. Examination revealed cleft of soft palate with fusion of left side of uvula with the left tonsillar pillar. He underwent reconstruction of the left tonsillar pillar, left side of uvula and pushback palatoplasty. The aim of this article is to bring this unusual complication of palatal split surgery and it’s management. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - October 6, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Perceptual Visual Skills in Delayed Language Developed Children
Conclusion Reading disorders that may develop in children with DLD are more related to language than to visual skills. DLD has some strong perceptual skills such as visual closure and visual memory. This should be taken in consideration while planning a strategy for language therapy. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - September 10, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Effect of glycerol test on audiovestibular tests in patients with Meniere ’s disease
Publication date: Available online 9 May 2017 Source:Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences Author(s): Enass S. Mohamed, Eman A. Said, Nashwa A. Mahmoud This stud to explore the effect of glycerol on audiovestibular tests in patients with Meniere’s disease (MD) and to reflect different pathologic states of endolymphatic hydrops (EH) in the inner ear and compare the results of glycerol on these results. Subjects Thirty patients and 15 normal volunteers. Methods Each subject of this study underwent pure tone audiometry testing, evoked vestibular evoked myogenic potential (VEMP) and Vidionystagmogr...
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - August 1, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Dural metastasis of nasopharyngeal carcinoma: A case report
We report a case of a woman with dural metastasis of NPC almost 1year post concurrent chemoradiotherapy (CCRT) that was detected following a trivial trauma to her head. Owing to its rare occurence, it presents a great challenge for clinicians to make a prompt diagnosis because delayed in the treatment may lead to a fatal outcome. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - August 1, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Comparative study between selective nerve blocks and the intravenous opioids in mastoid surgery
Conclusion Combination of GAN and ATN block with general anaesthesia is an uncomplicated, effective and well tolerated method for the safe conduct of mastoid surgery. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - August 1, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

A giant oropharyngeal synovial sarcoma threatening the supraglottic airway – A case report
We report a case of oropharyngeal synovial sarcoma obstructing the supraglottic airway in a 29year old man, who undergone tracheostomy for safe airway followed by surgery and chemoradiation. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - March 10, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Isolated malleus handle fracture: Two case reports
We report two cases of isolated malleus handle fracture received in our department and review the main causes, the current diagnostic work-up and treatment options. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - March 8, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Spontaneous rupture of giant cervical lymphangioma in paediatric: A therapeutic dilemma
We report a case of a three-year old girl presented initially with an infected giant multicystic cervical lymphangioma which subsequently ruptured spontaneously. We attempted initial compression bandage, however converted into complete surgical excision as the leak continued. It was a successful operation without recurrence. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - February 20, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Migrated prawn tail presenting as neck swelling
In conclusion, accidental foreign body ingestion is not uncommon among adults. It is very important to elicit history of foreign body ingestion even in a patient presenting with neck swelling. Besides, oral and neck examination, other investigation modalities such as plain neck radiograph, ultrasonography or computed tomography scan can confirm the diagnosis of migrating foreign bodies and appropriate treatment can be instituted. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - February 12, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Unusual cause acute airway obstruction
We describe a case of severe laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) in 63-year-old man, causing acute stridor and airway obstruction lead to emergency tracheostomy. According to our literature review this may be the first case of LPR implicated in acute airway obstruction. (Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences)
Source: Egyptian Journal of Ear, Nose, Throat and Allied Sciences - February 4, 2017 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research