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Speed OE, Rickels KL, Farsi S, Merrill T, Gardner JR, King D, Sunde J, Vural E, Moreno MA. Virtual surgical planning for mandibular reconstruction in an abbreviated admission pathway. Am J Otolaryngol 2024; 45:104141. [PMID: 38194889 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2023.104141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Virtual Surgical Planning (VSP) creates individualized surgical plans for free flap reconstruction of mandibular defects. Prior studies indicate that VSP can offer cost benefits due to reduced operative time and length of stay (LOS). We assessed the impact of VSP in the context of a validated postoperative abbreviated LOS clinical pathway. METHODS This study assessed patients undergoing VSP vs conventional fibular free flap reconstruction for mandibular defects (12/2015-10/2020) and their operative time, ischemia time, and LOS were evaluated. RESULTS Forty-four patients underwent VSP reconstruction, while 52 patients underwent conventional reconstruction for mandibular defects. VSP was associated with significantly lower total operative time (6 h and 57 mins vs 7 h and 54 mins, p = 0.011), but not length of stay or ischemia time. Total OR time was significantly increased with increasing number of segments needed in both the VSP group (p = 0.002) and the conventional group (p = 0.015). CONCLUSION Shorter operative times and LOS have been attributed to the use of VSP in free tissue transfers. It is argued that these reductions offset the added cost of VSP. Our study indicates that there is no cost benefit for VSP utilization due to a significantly reduced operative time with no impact on length of admission in an abbreviated admission clinical pathway following free tissue transfer.
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- Olivia E Speed
- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Little Rock, AR, United States of America.
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Hunter CJ, Romaniw NN, Beckham R, Farsi S, Benefield A, Solverson M, Gray EA, Nguyen E, Marshall A, King D, Sunde J, Moreno M, Vural E. Utility of video fluoroscopic swallow study in advancing oral diet post TORS for oropharyngeal malignancies. Am J Otolaryngol 2024; 45:104336. [PMID: 38704947 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2024.104336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2024] [Accepted: 04/21/2024] [Indexed: 05/07/2024]
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OBJECTIVE TORS is a minimally invasive surgical alternative to chemoradiotherapy for oropharyngeal malignancies. While early postoperative oropharyngeal dysphagia is linked to TORS, this study explores both subjective and objective swallowing outcomes. STUDY DESIGN Retrospective and prospective review of the patients who underwent TORS for oropharyngeal malignancy from 2018 to 2023. SETTING Single tertiary referral center. METHODS Postoperative transnasal feeding tubes were administered to 142 patients undergoing TORS. Data on oncological, clinical, surgical, and pathological parameters, including VFSS records, pain with swallow, and feeding tube removal timing, were collected. Clinical swallow exam (CSE) was conducted on POD-1, with a formal swallow study pursued if inconclusive. Once a safe swallow was confirmed, oral diets were initiated, and the feeding tube removed, with most patients discharged on POD-2. RESULTS At an average age of 59.3 years on the day of operation, the palatine tonsil (N = 101) was the predominant subsite. A dobhoff feeding tube was intraoperatively placed in 98 % of patients (N = 139). On POD-1, CSE was conducted in 119 patients, with 26 % (37/119) cleared for total oral diet (NOMS ≥ 4). Additionally, 30 out of 73 VFSS patients were cleared for total oral diet. A total of 54.9 % (78/142) had the feeding tube removed before discharge on POD-2, with a mean time of 6.5 ± 6.6 days. Overall, 71.1 % (101/142) achieved a total oral diet within one week after TORS. CONCLUSION Early post-TORS swallowing is vital for oropharyngeal malignancies. VFSS assesses post-operative swallowing safety, allowing most patients to resume total oral nutrition shortly after TORS.
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- Courtney J Hunter
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, AR, United States.
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Daniels KJ, Gardner J, Solverson M, Davis K, King D, Rose S, Sunde J, Vural E, Moreno MA. Correlating area deprivation index with initial stage at presentation and with follow up and recurrence within an advanced practice provider-led survivorship clinic. Am J Otolaryngol 2024; 45:104095. [PMID: 38039915 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2023.104095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2023] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Living in disadvantaged neighborhoods has been shown to result in worse healthcare outcomes. The Area Deprivation Index (ADI) is a metric that ranks neighborhoods by socioeconomic disadvantage utilizing numerous factors including income, education, employment, and housing quality. METHODS A retrospective review of all patients who underwent surveillance in an APP-led head and neck cancer survivorship clinic from Dec 2016 to Oct 2020 at an academic tertiary care center were included. Tumor characteristics, visit frequency, recurrence, number of missed appointments, loss of follow up, and ADI scores were collected. RESULTS 543 patients were included in the study. A majority were male (69.9 %) and white race (84.9 %) with an average age of 64.6 years old. Average ADI national percentile score was 71.6(range: 17 to 100). ADI national percentile score was not predictive of tumor characteristics at initial presentation: lymphovascular invasion (p = 0.940; OR 1.0 [95 % CI: 0.9 to 1.1]), extranodal extension (p = 0.576; OR 1.0 [95 % CI: 0.9 to 1.2]), positive margins (p = 0.069; OR 0.9 [95 % CI: 0.9 to 1.0]). ADI national percentile score was not significantly correlated with loss to follow up (p = 0.153; OR 1.2 [95 % CI: 0.9 to 1.7] or cancer recurrence (p = 0.594; OR 1.0 [95 % CI: 0.9 to 1.1]). Missing one or more clinic visits was correlated with loss to follow up (p = 0.029; OR 13.1 [95 % CI: 1.3 to 131.7]. CONCLUSION Living in a disadvantaged neighborhood did not correlate with negative tumor characteristics, loss to follow up, or recurrence within an APP-led survivorship head and neck cancer clinic.
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- Kacee J Daniels
- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America.
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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Peckham M, Rose T, King D, Moreno M, Stack BC, Vural E. Subjective Voice Outcomes in Surgeon Versus Technician-Monitored Recurrent Laryngeal Nerves in Thyroidectomy. Ear Nose Throat J 2024; 103:105-109. [PMID: 34427116 DOI: 10.1177/01455613211037635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To compare subjective voice outcomes and postoperative laryngoscopic examination findings of patients with subjective voice complaints between surgeon-monitored and certified technician-monitored thyroidectomies. METHODS Patients who underwent hemithyroidectomy, total thyroidectomy, and completion thyroidectomy using a nerve monitoring system between November 2015 and June 2018 were included in the study. Retrospective chart review was carried out to assess how often patients reported voice changes and to record postoperative flexible laryngoscopic findings of patients when that examination was performed. Data were analyzed using the χ2 test to identify significant differences in outcomes for the 2 groups. RESULTS A total of 293 procedures was performed among 3 surgeons. Surgeons monitored the nerves in 147 cases and a certified technician monitored the nerves in 146 cases. Subjective voice changes were identified in 11 (7.48%) cases in the surgeon-monitored group and in 20 (13.70%) cases in the technician-monitored group (P = .084). Among the patients who expressed subjective voice changes, 7 patients were identified with vocal cord hypomobility or immobility in the surgeon-monitored group and 13 patients had an abnormal examination in the technician-monitored group (P = .234). CONCLUSIONS Subjective voice changes or proven vocal cord mobility problems were not different between surgeon-monitored patients and technician-monitored patients in thyroidectomies.
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- Merry Peckham
- College of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, USA
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- College of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, USA
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- Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, USA
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- Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, USA
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- Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL, USA
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- Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, USA
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Sajisevi M, Nguyen K, Callas P, Holcomb AJ, Vural E, Davis KP, Thomas CM, Plonowska-Hirschfeld KA, Stein JS, Eskander A, Kakarala K, Enepekides DJ, Hier MP, Ryan WR. Oncologic Safety of Close Margins in Patients With Low- to Intermediate-Grade Major Salivary Gland Carcinoma. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2024; 150:107-116. [PMID: 38095911 PMCID: PMC10722387 DOI: 10.1001/jamaoto.2023.3952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023]
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Importance Postoperative radiation therapy for close surgical margins in low- to intermediate-grade salivary carcinomas lacks multi-institutional supportive evidence. Objective To evaluate the oncologic outcomes for low- and intermediate-grade salivary carcinomas with close and positive margins. Design, Setting, and Participants The American Head and Neck Society Salivary Gland Section conducted a retrospective cohort study from 2010 to 2019 at 41 centers. Margins were classified as R0 (negative), R1 (microscopically positive), or R2 (macroscopically positive). R0 margins were subclassified into clear (>1 mm) or close (≤1 mm). Data analysis was performed from June to October 2023. Main Outcomes and Measures Main outcomes were risk factors for local recurrence. Results A total of 865 patients (median [IQR] age at surgery, 56 [43-66] years; 553 female individuals [64%] and 312 male individuals [36%]) were included. Of these, 801 (93%) had parotid carcinoma and 64 (7%) had submandibular gland carcinoma, and 748 (86%) had low-grade tumors and 117 (14%) had intermediate-grade tumors, with the following surgical margins: R0 in 673 (78%), R1 in 168 (19%), and R2 in 24 (3%). Close margins were found in 395 of 499 patients with R0 margins (79%), for whom margin distances were measured. A total of 305 patients (35%) underwent postoperative radiation therapy. Of all 865 patients, 35 (4%) had local recurrence with a median (IQR) follow-up of 35.3 (13.9-59.1) months. In patients with close margins as the sole risk factor for recurrence, the local recurrence rates were similar between those who underwent postoperative radiation therapy (0 of 46) or observation (4 of 165 [2%]). Patients with clear margins (n = 104) had no recurrences. The local recurrence rate in patients with R1 or R2 margins was better in those irradiated (2 of 128 [2%]) compared to observed (13 of 64 [20%]) (hazard ratio [HR], 0.05; 95% CI, 0.01-0.24). Multivariable analysis for local recurrence found the following independent factors: age at diagnosis (HR for a 10-year increase in age, 1.33; 95% CI, 1.06-1.67), R1 vs R0 (HR, 5.21; 95% CI, 2.58-10.54), lymphovascular invasion (HR, 4.47; 95% CI, 1.43-13.99), and postoperative radiation therapy (HR, 0.10; 95% CI, 0.04-0.29). The 3-year local recurrence-free survivals for the study population were 96% vs 97% in the close margin group. Conclusions and Relevance In this cohort study of patients with low- and intermediate-grade major salivary gland carcinoma, postoperative radiation therapy for positive margins was associated with decreased risk of local recurrence. In isolation from other risk factors for local recurrence, select patients with close surgical margins (≤1 mm) may safely be considered for observation.
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- Mirabelle Sajisevi
- Division of Otolaryngology, University of Vermont Medical Center, Burlington
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- Robert Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington
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- Robert Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington
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- Department of Head & Neck Surgical Oncology, Estabrook Cancer Center, Nebraska Methodist Hospital, Omaha
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- Department of Otolaryngology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock
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- Department of Otolaryngology, St Louis University School of Medicine, St Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Otolaryngology, University of Alabama at Birmingham
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- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Toronto, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City
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- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Toronto, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Department of Otolaryngology, University of California, San Francisco
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Dunlap Q, Hairston H, Gardner JR, Hagood J, Turner M, King D, Sunde J, Vural E, Moreno MA. Comparing donor site morbidity in osteocutaneous radial forearm versus fibula free flap for mandibular reconstruction. Am J Otolaryngol 2023; 44:103946. [PMID: 37329698 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2023.103946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 06/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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PURPOSE The osteocutaneous radial forearm free flap has gained popularity as a less morbid option for oromandibular reconstruction compared to the fibular free flap. However, there is a paucity of data regarding direct outcome comparison between these techniques. METHODS Retrospective chart review of 94 patients who underwent maxillomandibular reconstruction intervened from July 2012-October 2020 at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. All other bony free flaps were excluded. Endpoints retrieved encompassed demographics, surgical outcomes, perioperative data, and donor site morbidity. Continuous data points were analyzed using independent sample t-Tests. Qualitative data was analyzed using Chi-Square tests to determine significance. Ordinal variables were tested using the Mann-Whitney U test. RESULTS The cohort was equally male and female, with a mean age of 62.6 years. There were 21 and 73 patients in the osteocutaneous radial forearm free flap and fibular free flap cohorts, respectively. Excluding age, the groups were otherwise comparable, including tobacco use, and ASA classification. Bony defect (OC-RFFF = 7.9 cm, FFF = 9.4 cm, p = 0.021) and skin paddle (OC-RFFF = 54.6 cm2, FFF = 72.21 cm2, p = 0.045) size were larger in the fibular free flap group. However, no significant difference was found between cohorts with respect to skin graft. There was no statistically significant difference between cohorts regarding the rate of donor site infection, tourniquet time, ischemia time, total operative time, blood transfusion, or length of hospital stay. CONCLUSIONS No significant difference in perioperative donor site morbidity was found between patients undergoing fibular forearm free flap and osteocutaneous radial forearm flap for maxillomandibular reconstruction. Osteocutaneous radial forearm flap performance was associated with significantly older age, which may represent a selection bias.
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- Quinn Dunlap
- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America.
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, United States of America
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Powell MS, Gardner JR, Davis KP, Dunlap Q, King D, Vural E, Moreno MA, Sunde J. A randomized study on the value of self-directed versus traditional mentor-led microsurgical training. Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol 2023; 8:89-94. [PMID: 36846417 PMCID: PMC9948580 DOI: 10.1002/lio2.999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2022] [Revised: 09/08/2022] [Accepted: 09/11/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Objective Analyze efficacy of self-directed resident microvascular training versus a mentor-led course. Study Design Randomized, single-blinded cohort study. Setting Academic tertiary care center. Methods Sixteen resident and fellow participants were randomized into two groups stratified by training year. Group A completed a self-directed microvascular course with instructional videos and self-directed lab sessions. Group B completed a traditional mentor-led microvascular course. Both groups spent equal time in the lab. Video recorded pre and post-course microsurgical skill assessments were performed to assess the efficacy of the training. Two microsurgeons, blinded to participant identity, evaluated the recordings and inspected each microvascular anastomosis (MVA). Videos were scored using an objective-structured assessment of technical skills (OSATS), a global rating scale (GRS), and quality of anastomosis scoring (QoA). Results The pre-course assessment identified that the groups were well matched with only "Economy of Motion" on the GRS favoring the mentor led group (p = .02). This difference remained significant on the post assessment (p = .02) Both groups significantly improved in OSATS and GRS scoring (p < .05). There was no significant difference in OSATS improvement between the two groups (p = .36) or improvement in MVA quality between groups (p > .99). Time to completion of MVA significantly improved overall by a mean of 8 min and 9 s (p = .005) with no significant difference between post training times to complete (p = .63). Conclusion Different microsurgical training models have previously been validated as effective methods for improved MVA performance. Our findings indicate that a self-directed microsurgical training model is an effective alternative to a traditional mentor driven models. Level of Evidence Level 2.
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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Creighton EW, Dayer L, King D, Vural E, Sunde J, Moreno MA, Stack BC. Remote smart pill cap monitoring of post-surgical pain management in thyroid and parathyroid surgery. Am J Surg 2022; 225:988-993. [PMID: 36639303 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2022.12.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2022] [Revised: 11/30/2022] [Accepted: 12/26/2022] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND With recent efforts to decrease opioid use following surgery, this study aims to answer: what pain regimen do patients follow at home? Is it controlling pain? METHODS This is a prospective, pilot study of thyroid and parathyroid surgery patients. Patients were prescribed acetaminophen, ibuprofen, and tramadol dispensed in smart pill (Pillsy) bottles that record "events" corresponding to medication use. Patients received messages querying their current pain level. Patients were compared to historical controls. RESULTS 26 patients were in the Pillsy group and 30 in the control group. In the Pillsy group, pain scores averaged 3.67 out of 10 in the first 24 h after surgery and decreased each day. Patients took an average of 6.45 doses of acetaminophen, 6.64 doses of ibuprofen, and 1.82 doses of tramadol in the first week. CONCLUSIONS Pain scores are highest in the first 24 h after surgery and decrease thereafter. This acceptable level of pain can be achieved with non-opioid medications.
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- Erin Weatherford Creighton
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham, Slot 543, Little Rock, AR, 72205, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Pharmacy, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham, Slot 522, Little Rock, AR, 72205, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham, Slot 543, Little Rock, AR, 72205, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham, Slot 543, Little Rock, AR, 72205, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham, Slot 543, Little Rock, AR, 72205, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham, Slot 543, Little Rock, AR, 72205, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, P.O. Box 19662, Springfield, IL, 62794, USA.
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Silva‐Nash J, Campbell JB, Gardner JR, Daigle O, King D, Moreno M, Vural E, Tulunay‐Ugur OE. Early postoperative complications following tracheotomy: Does suturing technique influence outcomes? Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol 2022; 8:156-161. [PMID: 36846406 PMCID: PMC9948586 DOI: 10.1002/lio2.907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2022] [Revised: 07/13/2022] [Accepted: 07/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Introduction Tracheotomy is one of the most commonly performed procedure by otolaryngologists, but no consensus exists on the effect of suturing techniques on postoperative complications. Stay sutures and Bjork flaps are utilized frequently for securing the tracheal incision to the neck skin in order to create a tract for recannulation. Methods Retrospective cohort study of tracheotomies performed by Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery providers (May 2014 to August 2020) was conducted to determine the effect of suturing technique on postoperative complications and patient outcomes. Patient demographics, medical comorbidities, indication for tracheostomy, and postoperative complications were analyzed with a statistical alpha set of .05. Results Out of 1395 total tracheostomies performed at our institution during the study period, 518 met inclusion criteria for this study. Three hundred and seventeen tracheostomies were secured by utilizing a Bjork flap, while 201 were secured with up and down stay sutures. Neither technique was noted to be more commonly associated with tracheal bleeding, infection, mucus plugging, pneumothorax, or false passage of the tracheostomy tube. One mortality was noted following decannulation during the study period. Conclusion Though various techniques exist; adverse outcomes are not associated with the manner in which a new tracheostomy stoma is secured. Medical comorbidities and the indications for tracheostomy likely play a more significant role in postoperative outcomes and complications. Level of evidence Level 3.
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- Jennifer Silva‐Nash
- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle RockArkansasUSA
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Davis KP, Kompelli A, Gardner JR, Mohler S, Gammill S, King D, Vural E, Sunde J, Moreno MA. Postoperative and 1-Year Functional Outcomes After Free Flap Surgery Among Patients 80 Years or Older. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2022; 167:41-47. [PMID: 35290129 DOI: 10.1177/01945998221083592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the postoperative and 1-year functional outcomes after free flap surgery among patients ≥80 years old. STUDY DESIGN Retrospective chart review. SETTING Single tertiary care center. METHODS We conducted a retrospective review of 596 patients who underwent head and neck ablation and reconstruction with free tissue over a 7-year period. Patients ≥80 years of age were included. RESULTS Fifty patients were ≥80 years old, with an average age of 83.7 years. Ninety-day mortality was 12.0%, and those who died were of older age (87.5 vs 83.1 years, P = .036). Prior radiation therapy (odds ratio, 6.8 [95% CI, 1.1-42.7]) and a Charlson Comorbidity Index ≥3 (odds ratio, 10.0 [95% CI, 1.5-67.0]) were associated with an increased risk of 90-day mortality. Overall 21 (42.0%) patients experienced a 30-day complication; 7 (14.0%) were readmitted within 30 days; and 5 (10.0%) underwent additional flap-related operations. Flap failure occurred in 2 (4.0%) patients. Before surgery, 45 (90%) patients were living independently or within assisted living; among these, 19.5% declined to dependent functional status at 90-day follow-up. At 90 days, 2 (8.3%) of 24 patients remained tracheostomy dependent, and 20 (66.7%) of 30 patients required feeding tube supplementation. Among 42 patients, 36 (85.7%) had unrestricted or modified oral diets at 90 days. Charlson Comorbidity Index ≥2 was associated with an increased risk of 1-year mortality (odds ratio, 5.1 [95% CI, 1.4-18.6]). CONCLUSION The potential for functional decline and risk of 90-day mortality should be discussed with patients aged ≥80 years.
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- Kyle P Davis
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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Dunlap Q, Gardner JR, Vural E. Reconstruction of Post-Maxillectomy Periorbital Sinocutaneous and Nasocutaneous Fistulas with Double-Layer Local Flaps. Ear Nose Throat J 2022:1455613221074138. [PMID: 35081806 DOI: 10.1177/01455613221074138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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- Quinn Dunlap
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Oncology Surgery, 12215University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Oncology Surgery, 12215University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Oncology Surgery, 12215University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, USA
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Silva-Nash J, Davis KP, Gardner JR, Sunde J, Vural E, Rose S, Moreno MA. Model of an Advanced Practice Provider-Led Head and Neck Cancer Survivorship Clinic: Evaluation of a 4-Year Experience. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2022; 167:699-704. [PMID: 35077258 DOI: 10.1177/01945998221075004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To report the efficacy and safety of an advanced practice provider-led head and neck cancer survivorship clinic. STUDY DESIGN Retrospective chart review. SETTING Tertiary academic medical center. METHODS Patients were enrolled into the survivorship clinic after undergoing 1-year follow-up with the primary head and neck surgeon. Those enrolled between December 2016 and October 2020 were retrospectively reviewed for diagnosis, staging, pattern of recurrence, visit frequency, and compliance. Surgical respectability of recurrent disease was used as a surrogate for timely diagnosis. RESULTS An overall 570 patients were followed within the survivorship clinic. The mean length of follow-up was 13.6 months. Mucosal primaries represented 72.6% of patients. A majority of the primary malignancies were squamous cell carcinoma (77.7%). The most common primary subsites were the oropharynx (26.7%), oral cavity (25.1%), cutaneous (17.0%), and larynx (15.3%). Recurrence was detected in 50 patients (8.8%): 26 local, 12 regional, and 14 distant. Two patients had multiple synchronous recurrences. Twelve (2.1%) second primary cancers were detected. Of the 36 cases of locoregional recurrence, 32 (88.9%) were deemed amenable to salvage surgical intervention, with or without adjuvant therapy. Negative margins were obtained in 21 of the 23 (91.3%) local recurrences that underwent salvage resection. CONCLUSION Advanced practice provider-based surveillance of head and neck cancer, without risk stratification, appears to be a sound model but needs further prospective evaluation. Consistent with literature, 88.9% of patients with locoregional recurrence were candidates for curative-intent salvage surgery, emphasizing that recurrences are identified in a timely fashion.
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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Gardner JR, Gau V, Page P, Dunlap Q, King D, Crabtree D, Sunde J, Vural E, Moreno MA. Association of Continuous Intraoperative Vasopressor Use With Reoperation Rates in Head and Neck Free-Flap Reconstruction. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2021; 147:1059-1064. [PMID: 34591083 DOI: 10.1001/jamaoto.2021.1841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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Importance Continuous vasopressor use in free-flap reconstruction is a point of contention among microvascular surgeons despite data demonstrating safety. Objective To investigate the association between continuous vasopressor use and the incidence of reoperation in the early postoperative period. Design, Setting, and Participants In this cohort study, a retrospective medical record review was conducted of patients who underwent head and neck free-flap reconstructions between May 1, 2014, and October 31, 2019, in an academic tertiary care center. All patients undergoing free-flap reconstruction for head and neck defects were included. Exposures Continuous intraoperative vasopressors. Main Outcomes and Measures Patient medical records were queried for demographic variables; intraoperative use of vasopressors; vasopressor type, duration, and infusion rate; reoperation within the first 5 postoperative days; and reason for reoperation. Results Four hundred forty-nine consecutive free-flap reconstructions were performed on 426 patients. The mean age was 62 years (IQR, 55.7-71.1); 293 patients were men (65.3%), 380 were White (84.6%), 55 were Black (12.2%), and 14 were of other race or ethnicity (3.1%). A total of 174 patients received a continuous vasopressor during their reconstruction. Twenty-three reoperations occurred within 5 days postoperatively, 8 of which included vasopressors during initial intervention. Vasopressor type had no association with reoperation (4.5% vs 5.5% [8/174 vs 15/275, respectively] for patients who received vasopressors vs those who did not) (dobutamine odds ratio [OR], 1.02 [95% CI, 0.21-2.91]; dopamine OR, 1.48 [95% CI, 0.33-4.26]). No difference was seen in the duration (dobutamine OR, 1.50 [95% CI, 0.78-2.90]; dopamine OR, 0.87 [95% CI, 0.59-1.28]) or infusion rate (dobutamine OR, 1.50 [95% CI, 0.99-1.02]; dopamine OR, 1.00 [95% CI, 0.99-1.01]) of vasopressors between patients who underwent reoperation and those who did not. Analysis after the exclusion of reasons for reoperation that did not represent possible microvascular anastomosis failure (eg, Doppler malfunction, donor site complications) showed no increased propensity for reoperation (OR, 1.18; 95% CI, 0.27-3.9). Conclusions and Relevance In this cohort study, use of vasopressors for extensive periods intraoperatively during free-tissue transfer appeared to have no association with the rate of reoperation within 5 days of intervention, regardless of agent used, simultaneous use of agents, type of free-flap operation performed, or reason for reoperation. This study adds to the body of literature supporting the judicious use of vasopressors in patients requiring intraoperative pharmacological pressure support during free-flap reconstruction.
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- James Reed Gardner
- Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock
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- Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock
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- Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock
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- Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock
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- Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock
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- Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock
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- Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock
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Daigle O, Gardner JR, King D, Moreno MA, Sunde J, Vural E. Preemptive Utilization of Anterior Belly of the Digastric Muscle Flaps in Transoral Robotic Radical Tonsillectomy. OTO Open 2021; 5:2473974X211035102. [PMID: 34396028 PMCID: PMC8358520 DOI: 10.1177/2473974x211035102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2021] [Accepted: 07/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Objective To demonstrate the use of an anterior belly of the digastric muscle flap (ABDMF) during transoral robotic radical tonsillectomy (TORRT) with concomitant neck dissection with the intent of preventing the formation of postoperative pharyngocutaneous fistulas. Study Design Retrospective study. Setting Single academic tertiary care center. Methods In this study, all patients were included who underwent TORRT plus limited pharyngectomy with concomitant neck dissection and ABDMF for the treatment of oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma between September 2012 and September 2020. The rate of fistula formation was assessed in patients with preemptive utilization of ABDMF. Results A total of 43 patients underwent TORRT with neck dissection and ABDMF. No patients developed a fistula in the postoperative period or associated morbidity with the use of this flap. Conclusion Preemptive use of ABDMF in TORRT with concomitant neck dissection represents a reconstructive option that may help prevent the formation of pharyngocutaneous fistula by reinforcing the posteroinferior boundary of the parapharyngeal space.
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- Olivia Daigle
- Division of Head and Neck Oncology Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Division of Head and Neck Oncology Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Division of Head and Neck Oncology Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Division of Head and Neck Oncology Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Division of Head and Neck Oncology Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Division of Head and Neck Oncology Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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Helton M, Gardner JR, Dunlap Q, Pait TG, Sunde J, Vural E, Moreno MA. Free Tissue Transfer for Repair of Chronic Esophageal Perforations. OTO Open 2021; 5:2473974X211031472. [PMID: 34350371 PMCID: PMC8295968 DOI: 10.1177/2473974x211031472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2021] [Accepted: 06/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Objective Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion have become a common intervention for cervical spine stabilization. However, complications can cause life-threatening morbidity. Among them, esophageal perforation is associated with severe morbidity, including dysphagia, malnutrition, and infection with the potential development of mediastinitis. Presentation is variable but often results in chronic morbidity. Herein we examine our experiences in the management of esophageal perforation with microvascular free tissue transfer. Study Design Retrospective review from January 2013 to September 2020. Setting Single academic tertiary care center. Methods This study comprised all patients (age, 41-73 years) undergoing free tissue transfer for the repair of chronic esophageal perforation secondary to anterior cervical discectomy and fusion at an academic tertiary care center. Four patients underwent repair via vastus lateralis myofascial onlay grafting for defects ≤2 cm in greatest dimension, while 1 patient underwent a fasciocutaneous radial forearm free flap repair of an 11 × 5-cm defect. Results Defect location ranged from hypopharynx to cervical esophagus. Mean operative time was 6.2 hours; the average length of stay for all patients was 6.6 days. Of 5 patients, 1 required additional hardware placement for spine stabilization. All patients underwent gastrostomy tube placement to bypass the surgical site during healing, and all eventually resumed an oral diet postoperatively. Recurrent fistula occurred in 1 of 5 patients. No flap failures were encountered in the study population. Conclusion Vastus lateralis myofascial onlay grafting and fasciocutaneous radial forearm free flap are robust, relatively low-morbidity interventions with a high success rate for definitive repair of chronic esophageal perforation. Repair should be undertaken in concert with a spine surgeon for management of the cervical spine.
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- Matthew Helton
- Department of Neurosurgery, Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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Dunlap Q, Mitchell WM, Gardner JR, King D, Samant R, Moreno M, Vural E. Vascularity Outcomes of Lingual Artery Ligation in Transoral Robotic Base of Tongue Resections. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2021; 166:684-687. [PMID: 34098802 DOI: 10.1177/01945998211017446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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To explore the effect of lingual artery ligation on tongue vascularity, we performed an analysis of 25 patients who underwent transoral robotic surgery for base of tongue cancers (May 2011 to December 2019). Hounsfield units of the intrinsic muscles (IMs) and genioglossus muscles (GGs) were measured in postoperative imaging (mean 4 months) as a surrogate for vascularity. In ligated patients (n = 15), the values from the ligated/resected side of the tongue were compared with the contralateral side and the nonligated side of resection. Individually, IMs and GGs on the ligated side demonstrated no significant difference to the contralateral side (P = .662 and .618, respectively). Ligation produced a significant decrease in IM measurements but no difference between GG values vs nonligated patients (P = .050 and .818, respectively). No difference was appreciated in mean values for combined IMs and GGs between cohorts (P = .212). No gross tongue atrophy or complications were incurred. Future studies are warranted to delineate long-term effects.
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- Quinn Dunlap
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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Moreno MA, Small LT, Gardner JR, Kim AH, Vural E, Sunde J. Outcomes of Single Anastomoses for Superficial and Deep-System Venous Drainage of Radial Forearm Free Flaps. OTO Open 2021; 5:2473974X211006927. [PMID: 33997587 PMCID: PMC8108077 DOI: 10.1177/2473974x211006927] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2021] [Accepted: 03/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Objective Venous insufficiency occurs in radial forearm free flaps (RFFFs) when either the deep venous system (DVS) or superficial venous system (SVS) is used as the venous outlet. We report our experience using the antecubital perforating vein (APV) in a single-vessel anastomosis to the median-cubital or cephalic vein to drain both systems. Study Design Retrospective review. Setting Single, academic, tertiary care center. Methods Data were collected from 72 patients who underwent RFFF from October 2009 to January 2017. In all cases, DVS and SVS were dissected, and an APV single-vessel anastomosis was attempted. Results Anatomical variations precluded single-vessel anastomosis in 11 (15.3%) cases. In 61 (84.7%) cases, single-vessel anastomosis produced unobstructed drainage for DVS and SVS without intrinsic venous insufficiency. Venous thrombosis and total loss occurred in 2 (3.3%) and 1 (1.6%) patients, respectively. Proximal dissection of the cephalic vein addressed a vessel-depleted neck in 3 cases. Conclusion The antecubital perforating vein is present and functional in most patients, allowing for single anastomosis techniques for RFFF. Antecubital perforators capture DVS and SVS outflow through a single, extended venous pedicle, eliminating the risk of venous insufficiency and need for vein grafts.
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- Mauricio Alejandro Moreno
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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Dunlap Q, Gardner JR, Ederle A, King D, Merriweather M, Vural E, Moreno MA. Comparative Morbidity Profile of Elective vs Therapeutic Neck Dissection. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2021; 166:327-333. [PMID: 33874797 DOI: 10.1177/01945998211008915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Neck dissection (ND) is one of the most commonly performed procedures in head and neck surgery. We sought to compare the morbidity of elective ND (END) versus therapeutic ND (TND). STUDY DESIGN Retrospective chart review. SETTING Academic tertiary care center. METHODS Retrospective chart review of 373 NDs performed from January 2015 to December 2018. Patients with radical ND or inadequate chart documentation were excluded. Demographics, clinicopathologic data, complications, and sacrificed structures during ND were retrieved. Statistical analysis was performed with χ2 and analysis of variance for comparison of categorical and continuous variables, respectively, with statistical alpha set a 0.05. RESULTS Patients examined consisted of 224 males (60%) with a mean age of 60 years. TND accounted for 79% (n = 296) as compared with 21% (n = 77) for END. Other than a significantly higher history of radiation (37% vs 7%, P < .001) and endocrine pathology (34% vs 2.6%, P < .001) in the TND group, no significant differences in demographics were found between the therapeutic and elective groups. A significantly higher rate of structure sacrifice and extranodal extension within the TND group was noted to hold in overall and subgroup comparisons. No significant difference in rate of surgical complications was appreciated between groups in overall or subgroup analysis. CONCLUSION While the significantly higher rate of structure sacrifice among the TND population represents an increased morbidity profile in these patients, no significant difference was found in the rate of surgical complications between groups. The significant difference seen between groups regarding history of radiation and endocrine pathology likely represents selection bias.
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- Quinn Dunlap
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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Dunlap Q, Bridges M, Nelson K, King D, Stack BC, Vural E, Moreno MA. Predictors for Postoperative Chyle Leak Following Neck Dissection, a Technique-Based Comparison. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2021; 165:667-672. [PMID: 33687279 DOI: 10.1177/0194599821993815] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Assess the impact of surgical technique used to address level IV on the rate of postoperative chyle leak. STUDY DESIGN Retrospective chart review. SETTING Academic tertiary care center. METHODS An analysis of 436 consecutive neck dissections (NDs) in 368 patients was performed by 3 head and neck surgeons between 2014 and 2017. Variation in technique reflects individual approaches to the management of level IV and included suture ligation (SL), monopolar electrocautery (MC), and harmonic scalpel transection (HS). Data points included patient demographics, surgical technique, intraoperative findings, postoperative chyle leaks, and leak management. Correlation between variables was analyzed through χ2 test and Student t test with statistical α set at .05. RESULTS Overall, 12 patients (3.2%) developed chyle leaks postoperatively. Nine of 12 and 3 of 12 presented with left- and right-sided leaks, respectively. Five of 12 leaks occurred following bilateral ND, 5 of 12 following left ND, and 2 of 12 following right ND. Univariate analysis showed a statistically significant difference (P = .001) favoring SL (1.0%) and MC (1.2%) techniques over the HS technique (8.6%). A statistically significant increase existed in the rate of leak with endocrine vs nonendocrine pathology (P = .003). Average duration of leak was 13.3 ± 13.5 days. Management included diet modification (n = 11, 91.6%), pressure-dressing placement (n = 7, 58.3%), and octreotide (n = 5, 41.7%). No cases required reoperation, and no mortality or severe malnutrition was observed in this series. CONCLUSIONS SL and MC techniques demonstrated superiority over the HS technique in preventative management of chyle leak in level IV, with a significantly higher rate of chyle leak observed in endocrine-related pathology.
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- Quinn Dunlap
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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Lide RC, Creighton EW, Yeh J, Troughton M, Hollowoa B, Merrill T, Robbins A, Orman G, Breckling M, Vural E, Moreno M, Stack BC. Opioid reduction in ambulatory thyroid and parathyroid surgery after implementing enhanced recovery after surgery protocol. Head Neck 2021; 43:1545-1552. [PMID: 33502069 DOI: 10.1002/hed.26617] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2020] [Revised: 11/22/2020] [Accepted: 01/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Opioid abuse is widespread in the United States and the risk for chronic use is increased in surgical patients, including patients with thyroid and parathyroid. METHODS Records for 171 patients prior to and 67 patients following implementation of an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocol for ambulatory thyroid/parathyroid surgeries were reviewed. The ERAS included superficial cervical plexus block, multimodal premedication, and postoperative reliance on acetaminophen and ibuprofen with judicious prescribing of opioids. RESULTS Post-ERAS patients were prescribed a mean 72 morphine milligram equivalents (MME); pre-ERAS patients were prescribed a mean 163 MME (p < 0.001). 97.1% of pre-ERAS patients were prescribed opioids with 91.1% filled; 68.7% of post-ERAS study patients were prescribed opioids with 84.8% filled. CONCLUSION Implementation of ERAS and focus on prescribing practices decreased the MME prescribed and used for ambulatory thyroid and parathyroid surgery. Future steps include increased patient education and tracking pain scores and medication utilization out of hospital.
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- Riley C Lide
- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- College of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- College of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- College of Pharmacy, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, Illinois, USA
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Erdil E, Vural E, Koytak PK, Tuncer E. A case report: Successful treatment of influenza B associated acute necrotizing encephalopathy in an adult using combination of high dose oseltamivir-ivig-pulse metylprednisolone. J Neurol Sci 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jns.2019.10.880] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Gonzalez SR, Hobbs B, Vural E, Moreno MA. Functional outcome predictors following mandibular reconstruction with osteocutaneous fibula free flaps: correlating early postoperative videofluoroscopic swallow studies with long-term clinical results. Maxillofac Plast Reconstr Surg 2019; 41:30. [PMID: 31413961 PMCID: PMC6675843 DOI: 10.1186/s40902-019-0211-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2019] [Accepted: 06/24/2019] [Indexed: 05/30/2023] Open
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Background Advancements in the field of microvascular surgery and the widespread adoption of microvascular surgical techniques have made the use of osteocutaneous fibula free flaps the standard of care in the surgical management of segmental mandibular defects. Although the literature possesses abundant evidence to support the effectiveness of fibula free flaps as a reconstructive method, there are relatively few studies reporting on outcomes as objectively measured by videofluoroscopic swallowing studies (VFSS). The purpose of this study is to explore the potential correlation between early postoperative VFSS and the long-term swallowing outcomes in patients who underwent mandibular reconstruction with fibula free flaps. Methods We performed a retrospective chart review of 36 patients who underwent mandibular reconstruction with osteocutaneous fibular free flaps between 2009 and 2012. Demographics, clinical variables, VFSS data, and diet information were retrieved. Penetration and aspiration findings on VFSS, long-term oral feeding ability, and the need for gastrostomy tube were statistical endpoints correlated with postoperative clinical outcomes. Results Thirty-six patients were reviewed (15 females and 21 males) with a mean age of 54 years (7-81). Seventeen cases were treated for malignancy. The size of the bony defect ranged from 3 to 15 cm (mean = 9 cm). The cutaneous paddle, a surrogate for soft tissue defect, ranged from 10 to 125 cm2 (mean = 52 cm2). A gastrostomy tube was present in patients preoperatively (n = 8), and postoperatively (n = 14). Seventeen patients had neoadjuvant exposure to radiation. Postoperative VFSS showed penetration in 13 cases (36%) and aspiration in seven (19%). Overall, 29 patients (80.6%) achieved unrestricted diet, and this was statistically correlated with age (p = 0.037), radiation therapy (p = 0.002), and preoperative gastrostomy tube (p = 0.03). The presence of penetration or aspiration on VFSS was a strong predictor for long-term unrestricted oral diet (p < 0.001). Conclusion Early postoperative VFSS is an excellent predictor for long-term swallowing outcomes in patients undergoing mandibular reconstruction with osteocutaneous fibula free flaps.
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- Santiago R Gonzalez
- 1College of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham St. slot#543, Little Rock, AR 72205 USA
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- 2Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham St. slot#543, Little Rock, AR 72205 USA
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- 2Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham St. slot#543, Little Rock, AR 72205 USA
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- 2Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham St. slot#543, Little Rock, AR 72205 USA
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Small LT, Lampkin M, Vural E, Moreno MA. American Society of Anesthesiologists Class as Predictor for Perioperative Morbidity in Head and Neck Free Flaps. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2019; 161:91-97. [PMID: 30912990 DOI: 10.1177/0194599819832812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate outcomes of free flaps in low- versus high-risk American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classes utilizing a standardized perioperative clinical pathway. STUDY DESIGN Case series with chart review. SETTING Single tertiary care academic institution. SUBJECTS AND METHODS Data were collected from 301 patients who underwent 305 free flap reconstructions for head and neck defects from January 2012 to March 2016 by a single surgeon (M.M.). A standardized perioperative clinical pathway was utilized for all patients, aimed at abbreviating hospital stay and minimizing intensive care unit stay. Data included ASA classification, comorbidities, length of hospitalization, intensive care unit stay, 30-day mortality/readmission, discharge disposition, flap survival, and postoperative complications. Low-risk ASA classes were defined as 1 and 2 (n = 53) and high risk as 3 and 4 (n = 248). RESULTS Total medical complication rates (P = .012) were mildly increased in the high-risk group, as a result of increased minor-not major-medical complication rates (P = .007). Discharge to a nursing or rehabilitation facility was found to be more common in the high-risk group (P = .024). All other outcomes were not statistically different between the cohorts. CONCLUSION The ASA classification system is a validated tool in determining perioperative risk. We found that minor medical complications and discharge to a rehabilitation/nursing facility were increased in the high-risk ASA classes; otherwise, there were no statistical differences between the groups. These findings suggest that the ASA classification may be helpful for preoperative discharge planning and counseling but should not be used for patient selection or to assess candidacy for the procedure.
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- Luke T Small
- 1 Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- 1 Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- 1 Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- 1 Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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Richter GT, Smith JE, Spencer HJ, Fan CY, Vural E. Histological Comparison of Implanted Cadaveric and Porcine Dermal Matrix Grafts. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2016; 137:239-42. [PMID: 17666248 DOI: 10.1016/j.otohns.2007.04.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2007] [Revised: 03/13/2007] [Accepted: 04/23/2007] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVES: Histological comparison of human-based (AlloDerm) and porcine-based (ENDURAGen) dermal matrices regarding tissue incorporation and neovascularization as potential soft tissue augmentation materials.STUDY DESIGN: In vivo, rat model.METHODS: Subcutaneous implantation of 1-mm thick, 1 cm X 1 cm pieces of AlloDerm, ENDURAGen, and meshed ENDURAGen was performed in 24 Sprague Dawley rats. Implant materials were harvested at 4 (n = 12) and 8 weeks (n = 12). Histological quantification of soft tissue ingrowth and microvascular density was performed following hematoxylin-eosin staining and CD34 immunohistochemistry, respectively.RESULTS: AlloDerm showed significantly greater soft tissue in-growth and microvascular density compared with both ENDURAGen and meshed ENDURAGen at 4 and 8 weeks ( P < 0.001).CONCLUSIONS: Although these results may differ in human host tissues, AlloDerm seems to be a more suitable dermal matrix implant than ENDURAGen for cases in which tissue incorporation and neovascularization are sought for the optimal outcome based on this animal model.
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Vural E, Hutcheson J, Korourian S, Kechelava S, Hanna E. Correlation of neural cell adhesion molecules with perineural spread of squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2016. [DOI: 10.1067/mhn.2000.105057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Perineural spread (PNS) is a poor prognostic factor associated with increased risk of local recurrence and nodal metastasis and reduced survival of patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck (SCCHN). There is some evidence to indicate that neural cell adhesion molecules (NCAMs) may play a role in PNS of a variety of tumor types. We performed this study to investigate whether NCAM expression can be used as a predictor of PNS in SCCHN. The surgical specimens of 66 patients with SCCHN were evaluated with monoclonal IgG antibody immunoperoxidase staining for NCAM. Of the 41 specimens with PNS, 38 (93%) showed evidence of NCAM expression. In contrast, only 9 specimens (36%) without PNS expressed NCAMs. The difference in NCAM expression between the study and control groups was statistically significant ( P < 0.01).
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- Emre Vural
- From the Departments of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (Drs Vural, Hutcheson, and Hanna)
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- From the Departments of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (Drs Vural, Hutcheson, and Hanna)
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- Pathology (Drs Korourian and Kechelava), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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- Pathology (Drs Korourian and Kechelava), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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- From the Departments of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (Drs Vural, Hutcheson, and Hanna)
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Vural E, Fan CY, Spring P, Stack BC, Kokoska MS, Hanna EY, Suen JY. Evaluation of the inferior and superior laryngeal nerve stumps for perineural spread in laryngeal cancer. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2016; 137:889-92. [DOI: 10.1016/j.otohns.2007.07.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2007] [Revised: 06/11/2007] [Accepted: 07/26/2007] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Objective Perineural spread (PNS) is an important risk factor for locoregional failure and is correlated with reduced survival rates in squamous cell carcinoma of the larynx. PNS may extend proximally and/or distally in the nerve sheath by leaving unin-volved nerve segments. This method of extension may preclude obtaining tumor-free surgical margins, which may be responsible for recurrent disease. The purpose of this study is to investigate the presence or absence of PNS in extralaryngeal superior and inferior laryngeal nerves in patients who underwent total laryngectomy for squamous cell carcinoma of the larynx. METHODS Extralaryngeal segments of superior and inferior laryngeal nerves were resected bilaterally during 15 consecutive laryngectomies. Laryngectomy specimens and the harvested proximal nerve segments were histopathologically examined for the presence or absence of PNS. RESULTS Ten of 15 laryngectomy specimens showed PNS; however, none of the extralaryngeal superior or inferior laryngeal nerve segments revealed perineural involvement. CONCLUSION Extralaryngeal extension of PNS is highly unlikely in squamous cell carcinoma of the larynx.
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- Emre Vural
- Section of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Drs Vural, Spring, and Kokoska), John McClellan VA Hospital; the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (Drs Vural, Spring, Stack, Kokoska, and Suen); the Department of Pathology, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Dr Fan), John McClellan VA Hospital; and the Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (Dr
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- Section of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Drs Vural, Spring, and Kokoska), John McClellan VA Hospital; the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (Drs Vural, Spring, Stack, Kokoska, and Suen); the Department of Pathology, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Dr Fan), John McClellan VA Hospital; and the Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (Dr
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- Section of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Drs Vural, Spring, and Kokoska), John McClellan VA Hospital; the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (Drs Vural, Spring, Stack, Kokoska, and Suen); the Department of Pathology, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Dr Fan), John McClellan VA Hospital; and the Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (Dr
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- Section of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Drs Vural, Spring, and Kokoska), John McClellan VA Hospital; the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (Drs Vural, Spring, Stack, Kokoska, and Suen); the Department of Pathology, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Dr Fan), John McClellan VA Hospital; and the Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (Dr
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- Section of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Drs Vural, Spring, and Kokoska), John McClellan VA Hospital; the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (Drs Vural, Spring, Stack, Kokoska, and Suen); the Department of Pathology, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Dr Fan), John McClellan VA Hospital; and the Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (Dr
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- Section of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Drs Vural, Spring, and Kokoska), John McClellan VA Hospital; the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (Drs Vural, Spring, Stack, Kokoska, and Suen); the Department of Pathology, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Dr Fan), John McClellan VA Hospital; and the Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (Dr
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- Section of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Drs Vural, Spring, and Kokoska), John McClellan VA Hospital; the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (Drs Vural, Spring, Stack, Kokoska, and Suen); the Department of Pathology, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Dr Fan), John McClellan VA Hospital; and the Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (Dr
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Sengupta D, Kannan A, Kern M, Moreno MA, Vural E, Stack B, Suen JY, Tackett AJ, Gao L. Disruption of BRD4 at H3K27Ac-enriched enhancer region correlates with decreased c-Myc expression in Merkel cell carcinoma. Epigenetics 2015; 10:460-6. [PMID: 25941994 PMCID: PMC4622756 DOI: 10.1080/15592294.2015.1034416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Pathologic c-Myc expression is frequently detected in human cancers, including Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC), an aggressive skin cancer with no cure for metastatic disease. Bromodomain protein 4 (BRD4) regulates gene transcription by binding to acetylated histone H3 lysine 27 (H3K27Ac) on the chromatin. Super-enhancers of transcription are identified by enrichment of H3K27Ac. BET inhibitor JQ1 disrupts BRD4 association with super-enhancers, downregulates proto-oncogenes, such as c-Myc, and displays antitumor activity in preclinical animal models of human cancers. Here we show that an enhancer proximal to the c-Myc promoter is enriched in H3K27Ac and associated with high occupancy of BRD4, and coincides with a putative c-Myc super-enhancer in MCC cells. This observation is mirrored in tumors from MCC patients. Importantly, depleted BRD4 occupancy at the putative c-Myc super-enhancer region by JQ1 correlates with decreased c-Myc expression. Thus, our study provides initial evidence that super-enhancers regulate c-Myc expression in MCC.
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- Deepanwita Sengupta
- a Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences ; Little Rock , AR , USA
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Tulunay-Ugur OE, Kocdor P, Rutledge JW, Akdol MS, Erdem E, Vural E. The Role of Interventional Radiology in Head and Neck Cancer. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2013. [DOI: 10.1177/0194599813496044a150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Objectives: Evaluate the indications for endovascular techniques in the management of patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. Methods: Retrospective chart review of patients with head and neck cancer who underwent endovascular embolization. Patients’ demographics, type of cancer, type of cancer treatment, TNM staging, bleeding site, and medical outcomes were recorded from 2004-2012, at a university medical center. Results: A total of 14 patients out of 1000 undergoing endovascular procedures had an endovascular procedure due to a head and neck cancer. Their ages ranged from 33-67 years old (mean = 54 years old). 7 patients had oropharyngeal, 3 laryngeal, 1 hypopharyngeal, 2 oral cavity and 1 skin squamous cell cancer. 8 patients had hypertension. 7 patients underwent chemoradiation therapy as a primary treatment. 9 patients with oral hemorrhage underwent emergency embolization due to bleeding and 5 patients underwent elective embolization. Bleeding arose from the common carotid artery in 2 patients, and external carotid artery and its branches in 6 patients, internal carotid artery in 3 patients, internal maxillary artery in 3 patients. Hemorrhage was successfully controlled in all patients. 2 patients had carotid rupture one month post-embolization and one patient died. At last follow-up 6 patients were alive with disease, 4 patients had no evidence of disease and 4 patients were dead due to disease. Conclusions: Interventional radiologic techniques are safe and effective treatment techniques not only for treating life-threatening hemorrhage but also for pre-emptive management in the treatment of head and neck cancer.
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Tulunay-Ugur OE, McClinton C, Young Z, Penagaricano JA, Maddox AM, Vural E. Functional Outcomes of Chemoradiation in Patients with Head and Neck Cancer. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2012; 148:64-8. [DOI: 10.1177/0194599812459325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Objective Concurrent chemoradiotherapy (CCRT) has become the treatment of choice for oropharyngeal and hypopharyngolaryngeal cancers in many centers. Although it has increased the rates of organ preservation, there has also been an increase in treatment-related complications. We aimed to evaluate the functional outcomes of CCRT in head and neck cancer. Study Design Case series with chart review. Setting Tertiary cancer center. Subjects and Methods A retrospective study of patients treated with CCRT at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences was performed. Demographic data and treatment outcomes were extracted, specifically feeding tube and tracheotomy dependence and number of esophageal dilatations. Results Of the 243 patients treated with concurrent chemoradiotherapy (5-flourouracil + cysplatin and radiotherapy), 152 patients received a feeding tube. The median percutaneous gastrostomy tube (PEG) use was 9 months (range, 1-96 months). More than 70% of the patients who had a PEG more than 6 months had a T3 or T4 tumor. Thirty-seven patients underwent esophageal dilatations, (median, 1; range, 1-7). The median use of a tracheotomy was 7 months, and 77% of these patients were treated for hypopharyngolaryngeal cancer. Conclusions Despite major improvement in locoregional control rates, CCRT has a significant negative impact on the functional outcomes of head and neck cancer patients, with a high number of patients remaining PEG and tracheotomy dependent.
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- Ozlem E. Tulunay-Ugur
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Surgery, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Radiation Oncology, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Medical Oncology, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
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Moreno MA, Cotrill E, Vural E. Predictors of Neck Failure in T1/T2 -N0 Oral Tongue Squamous Cell Carcinoma. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2012. [DOI: 10.1177/0194599812451426a151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Objective: The incidence of early squamous cell carcinoma of the oral tongue (SCCOT) is increasing, particularly among young patients. The development of loco-regional recurrence is associated with poor survival. We sought to identify the predictors for nodal recurrence in early (T1/T2) SCCOT presenting with a radiologically N0 neck. Method: Retrospective chart review of 50 consecutive patients primarily treated for T1/T2-N0 SCCOT at an academic tertiary institution between 1998 and 2007. N0 status confirmed by preoperative contrasted neck CT in all cases. Results: Twenty-six men and 24 women with a median age of 61 years (range, 24-90 years); 46% presented with a T1 and 54% with a T2. Depth of invasion >4 mm was present in 76%; positive margins in 8%; dysplasia at the margin 6%; perineural invasion 18%; and lymphovascular invasion 12%. Ipsilateral neck dissection was performed in 60% (20% microscopically positive) while adjuvant radiation was used in 32%. Twenty percent of the patients recurred in the neck, ipsilateral in all cases. It presented between 4 and 47 months and was associated with dysplasia at the margin ( P = .037) and local recurrence ( P = .002), while pathological T-stage (pT2/pT1) trended ( P = .087). Conclusion: Pathological T-stage, field cancerization and development of local recurrence are predictors for regional failure in patients with early SCCOT. Neck recurrence appears to be primarily determined by biological behavior rather than treatment modality in this subset of patients.
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Paddack AC, Frank RW, Spencer HJ, Key JM, Vural E. Outcomes of paramedian forehead and nasolabial interpolation flaps in nasal reconstruction. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2012; 138:367-71. [PMID: 22431859 DOI: 10.1001/archoto.2012.69] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine the factors contributing to failure of interpolation flaps in nasal reconstruction. DESIGN Retrospective medical chart review. SETTING Tertiary care academic center. PATIENTS A total of 107 patients with nasal defects needing reconstruction, performed at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock. INTERVENTION Patients underwent nasal reconstruction with 2-stage paramedian forehead or nasolabial flaps (PMFF and NLF, respectively) from 2002 to 2011. Defect thickness, location, flap type, use of cartilage grafts, and comorbidities, including diabetes mellitus, peripheral vascular or coronary artery disease, and smoking habits, were recorded. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Full success, partial failure, or full failure of the respective flap. RESULTS Eighty-two of the patients (77%) underwent 2-stage PMFF repair and 25 (23%) underwent 2-stage NLF repair. Fifty-eight defects (54%) were full thickness, in which 46 repairs used PMFF and 12 used NLF for reconstruction. The overall failure rate was 6%. Five PMFF failed (6%); 3 of these were used for full-thickness repairs. There was only 1 NLF failure (4%), which was also performed for the repair of a full-thickness defect. Use of cartilage in the reconstruction did not affect failure rates of the different soft tissue flaps. No single comorbidity was noted to have a statistically significant effect on failure rates, although 83% of failures were observed in smokers. CONCLUSIONS The overall success rate of interpolation flaps in nasal reconstruction was 94.4%. Defect thickness, use of a cartilage graft, type of flap used, and presence of comorbidities did not affect outcome. Although the comparison was not statistically significant (P = .21), flap failures were more commonly observed in smokers.
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- Angela C Paddack
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W Markham, Slot 543, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA.
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Batay F, Vural E, Karasu A, Al-Mefty O. Comparison of the exposure obtained by endoscope and microscope in the extended trans-sphenoidal approach. Skull Base 2011; 12:119-24. [PMID: 17167663 PMCID: PMC1656946 DOI: 10.1055/s-2002-33457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Trans-sphenoidal surgery is often combined with other approaches for the treatment of middle cranial base tumors. By combining a maxillotomy with trans-sphenoidal approach, significantly wider exposure to these regions is gained. However, endoscope-assisted techniques have also been used for sellar and parasellar and upper clival regions. METHODS An extended trans-sphenoidal approach was performed on 10 cadaver heads using the operating microscope and was repeated with a 0-degree endoscope. The mean horizontal and vertical distances were measured and pictured for each technique, and both distances were compared using a parametric paired Student's t-test. RESULTS The mean horizontal distances in the 10 specimens were 19.5 +/- 1.8 mm by microscope and 27.5 +/- 2.2 mm by endoscope, and the mean vertical distances were 25.8 +/- 1.9 mm by the microscope and 34.5 +/- 3.5 mm by the endoscope. CONCLUSION The aim of this study was to quantify the amount of exposure obtained with an extended trans-sphenoidal approach and to compare both endoscopic and microscopic techniques. Using the endoscope in conjunction with the operating microscope may provide additional exposure and better access in skull base surgery.
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OBJECTIVE To present the authors' experience and outcomes in the reconstruction of midfacial defects using cervicofacial advancement-rotation flaps (CARFs) based on a method of determining forward or reverse design in relation to the proportions of the defect. STUDY DESIGN Case series with retrospective chart review. SETTING Tertiary care academic medical center. SUBJECTS AND METHODS Patients who underwent CARF reconstruction and the subset of patients with midfacial defects medial to the lateral canthus were included. CARF was designed in a forward fashion with an anteromedial movement for the defects with a larger vertical dimension and in a reverse fashion with a posterosuperior movement for the defects with a larger horizontal dimension. RESULTS Thirteen of 45 patients who underwent CARF reconstruction qualified for the analysis as a subset based on defect location. CARF was used in a forward fashion in 7 patients and in a reverse fashion in 6 patients. The largest defect in this subset was measured as 9 × 6 cm, while the smallest defect was 3 × 2 cm. Average follow-up was 11.5 months. None of the patients developed partial or total flap loss. Six patients had mild ectropion, which was managed with conservative measures only. The outcome of the reconstruction was satisfactory in all cases. CONCLUSION Designing the CARF based on the proportion of the vertical and horizontal diameters of the selected midfacial defects as described allows for closure of the defects with minimal tension and minimizes the amount of discarded healthy skin overlapping at the suture lines.
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- Jennings R Boyette
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205, USA
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Furusawa J, Zhang H, Vural E, Stone A, Fukuda S, Oridate N, Fang H, Ye Y, Suen JY, Fan CY. Distinct epigenetic profiling in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma stem cells. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2011; 144:900-9. [PMID: 21493336 DOI: 10.1177/0194599811398786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To identify unique epigenetic signature in cancer stem cells (CSCs) in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). STUDY DESIGN Molecular and microarray studies. SETTING Tertiary referral center. SUBJECTS AND METHODS Head and neck CSCs were isolated in HNSCC cells by CD44 staining and flow cytometry sorting. CSCs with highest CD44 expression (CD44(hi)) and non-stem cells (non-SCs) with lowest CD44 expression (CD44(low)) were then characterized for stemness gene expression and their responses to chemotherapeutic agents, followed by high-throughput epigenetic profiling using the Illumina BeadChip Array, targeting 28,544 CpG sites covering more than 14,956 genes. RESULTS CD44(hi) CSCs expressed higher levels of stem cell markers and were more resistant to chemotherapeutic agents as compared to CD44(low) non-SCs. By DNA methylation microarray analysis, 17 hypomethylated and 9 hypermethylated genes were identified in CD44(hi) CSCs as compared to non-SCs in most HNSCC cell lines. Cluster analysis using these 26 genes showed that CD44(hi) CSCs were epigenetically distinct from the CD44(low) non-SCs in all 5 HNSCC cell lines. CONCLUSION A unique epigenetic profile consisting of 17 hypomethylated and 9 hypermethylated genes was seen in HNSCC CSCs. These genes may be critically required in maintaining the stemness or pluripotency of CSCs and may represent novel molecular targets for anticancer therapies aimed at eradicating CSCs in HNSCC.
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- Jun Furusawa
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Hokkaido University Graduate School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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Dai Y, Xie CH, Neis JP, Fan CY, Vural E, Spring PM. MicroRNA expression profiles of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma with docetaxel-induced multidrug resistance. Head Neck 2010; 33:786-91. [DOI: 10.1002/hed.21540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/29/2010] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Shafirstein G, Bäumler W, Sigel E, Fan CY, Berry K, Vural E, Stack BC, Suen JY. Utilizing 5-aminolevulinic acid and pulsed dye laser for photodynamic therapy of oral leukoplakia – pilot study. Head Neck Oncol 2010. [PMCID: PMC3007715 DOI: 10.1186/1758-3284-2-s1-o40] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Moberly AC, Vural E, Nahas B, Bergeson TR, Kokoska MS. Ultrasound-guided needle aspiration: Impact of immediate cytologic review. Laryngoscope 2010; 120:1979-84. [DOI: 10.1002/lary.21061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Vural E, Berbée M, Acott A, Blagg R, Fan CY, Hauer-Jensen M. Skin graft take rates, granulation, and epithelialization: dependence on myeloid cell hypoxia-inducible factor 1alpha. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2010; 136:720-3. [PMID: 20644069 DOI: 10.1001/archoto.2010.103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare the "take" rates of skin grafts between myeloid-selective hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF) 1alpha knockout (KO) and wild-type (WT) mice. Production of the alpha subunit of HIF-1alpha is increased in healing wounds, which stimulates expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) to promote angiogenesis. Therefore, the take rate of skin grafts may be closely associated with the presence or absence of HIF-1alpha production in the recipient bed. DESIGN The percentage of healthy graft areas obtained by planimetry and scores for epithelialization and granulation tissue formation obtained by histopathologic analysis were compared in 12 KO and 12 WT mice following skin grafting. RESULTS The graft take rate was significantly impaired in the KO group (P = .009), whereas epithelialization (P = .46) or granulation (P = .41) tissue formation scores did not reveal any significant differences. CONCLUSION Hypoxia-inducible factor 1alpha in myeloid cells may be an important molecule for revascularization of avascular tissues such as skin grafts, probably owing to its stimulating effect on angiogenesis.
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- Emre Vural
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W Markham, Slot 543, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA.
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Vural E. Cervicofacial Advancement Flap in Midfacial Reconstruction. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.otohns.2010.06.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Vural E. Pectoralis muscle flap for pharyngocutaneous fistula. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2010; 142:152-3; author reply 153. [PMID: 20096248 DOI: 10.1016/j.otohns.2009.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2009] [Accepted: 10/01/2009] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Zuo C, Zhang H, Spencer HJ, Vural E, Suen JY, Schichman SA, Smoller BR, Kokoska MS, Fan CY. Increased microsatellite instability and epigenetic inactivation of the hMLH1 gene in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2009; 141:484-90. [PMID: 19786217 DOI: 10.1016/j.otohns.2009.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2009] [Revised: 07/09/2009] [Accepted: 07/15/2009] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The study is designed to elucidate the relationship between epigenetic silencing of the hMLH1 (human MutL homologue 1) gene and microsatellite instability (MSI) and the prognostic values of hMLH1 promoter methylation and MSI in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional study. SETTING Tertiary referral center. SUBJECTS AND METHODS A total of 120 cases of HNSCC were analyzed for hMLH1 promoter hypermethylation, protein expression, and MSI by using methylation-specific polymerase chain reaction, immunohistochemical staining, and polymerase chain reaction amplification with the use of 16 fluorescent-labeled microsatellite markers, followed by fragment analysis. RESULTS Of 120 HNSCCs, hMLH1 promoter hypermethylation and decreased hMLH1 protein expression were shown in 39 (32.5%) and 22 (18.3%), respectively. hMLH1 promoter hypermethylation was detected in 13 of 52 (25%) normal-appearing squamous mucosa adjacent to invasive carcinoma. MSI was detected in 21 (17.5%) tumors at two or more markers and in 99 (82.5%) tumors with no evidence of MSI or at only one marker. Hypermethylation of the hMLH1 gene is significantly associated with decreased hMLH1 protein expression (P < 0.001). High-frequency MSI was significantly associated with promoter hypermethylation (P = 0.01) but not with decreased protein expression (P = 0.069) of hMLH1 gene. hMLH1 promoter hypermethylation is significantly associated with decreased cause-specific survival for HNSCC patients (P = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS Promoter hypermethylation of the hMLH1 gene could be detected early in head and neck squamous carcinogenesis and may be associated with increased MSI and poor survival in HNSCC.
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- Chunlai Zuo
- Department of Geriatrics, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA
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Owings RA, Boerma M, Wang J, Berbee M, Laderoute KR, Soderberg LSF, Vural E, Jensen MH. Selective deficiency of HIF-1alpha in myeloid cells influences secondary intention wound healing in mouse skin. In Vivo 2009; 23:879-884. [PMID: 20023228] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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BACKGROUND Hypoxia-inducible factor-1 (HIF-1) influences myeloid cell function. In this study we examined the role of myeloid cell HIF-1alpha on wound healing in vivo using a cell-specific knockout (KO) mouse model. MATERIALS AND METHODS HIF-1alpha KO mice and wild-type (WT) controls received 8 mm full thickness dorsal dermal wounds. Wound dimensions were measured until full closure. Tissue was obtained from 3-day-old wounds for (immuno-)histochemical analysis. Production of interleukin-1beta (IL-1beta) and nitric oxide (NO) in response to lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and/or desferrioxamine (DFX) was examined in vitro. RESULTS Early wound closure occurred significantly faster in HIF-1alpha KO mice than in WT mice. Wounds of KO mice contained similar numbers of neutrophils and macrophages, but more activated keratinocytes, consistent with accelerated re-epithelialization. Interestingly, while LPS and LPS+DFX elicited a similar IL-1beta response in macrophages from the 2 mouse types, NO production was blunted in HIF-1alpha KO macrophages. CONCLUSION Absence of HIF-1alpha in myeloid cells accelerates the early phase of secondary intention wound healing in vivo. This may be associated with a deficient ability of myeloid cells to initiate an appropriate NO production response. Pharmacologic modulators of HIF-1alpha should be explored in situations with abnormal wound healing.
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- Richard A Owings
- Department of Pathology, University of Arkanas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR, USA
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BACKGROUND Rhinophyma is a disfiguring disorder of the nasal skin characterized by hypervascularity, sebaceous gland hyperplasia, occluded sebaceous ducts, and dermal fibrosis. It has no known effective medical treatment; however, a myriad of surgical treatments have been reported. We report an effective, efficient, and safe approach to treat this disorder using the Shaw scalpel to surgically sculpt the nose. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the efficacy and safety of using the Shaw scalpel to treat rhinophyma. METHODS We performed a retrospective review of 7 male patients (age range, 58-81 years) who underwent primary surgical treatment of rhinophyma with the Shaw scalpel. RESULTS A good to excellent outcome was noted in all 7 patients. No perioperative complications occurred. Essentially no blood loss was noted during or after the procedures. CONCLUSION Use of the Shaw scalpel as the sole surgical instrument and method is a safe, efficient, and effective means to treat rhinophyma.
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- Emre Vural
- Departments of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock, USA
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Hine RJ, Vural E, Stack B, Siegel E, Suen J. SP214 – Antioxidant biomarkers in head and neck cancer patients. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2009. [DOI: 10.1016/j.otohns.2009.06.460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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- Emre Vural
- Departments of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock (Dr Vural), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock (Dr Vural), Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis (Drs Royer and Kokoska), and Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center, Indianapolis (Drs Royer and Kokoska)
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- Departments of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock (Dr Vural), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock (Dr Vural), Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis (Drs Royer and Kokoska), and Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center, Indianapolis (Drs Royer and Kokoska)
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- Departments of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock (Dr Vural), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock (Dr Vural), Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis (Drs Royer and Kokoska), and Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center, Indianapolis (Drs Royer and Kokoska)
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Ramakrishnan J, Shingleton A, Reeves D, Key JM, Vural E. The effects of molar tooth involvement in mandibular angle fractures treated with rigid fixation. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2009; 140:845-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.otohns.2009.01.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2008] [Revised: 01/14/2009] [Accepted: 01/22/2009] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Objective: To determine whether the presence of a tooth in the line of mandibular angle fracture increases the incidence of complications and whether removing these teeth has an effect on complication rates. Design: Case series with chart review. Subjects and Methods: The analysis was performed on 83 patients who underwent open reduction and internal fixation for mandibular angle fractures. Lower molar teeth involved in the fracture line were extracted if they were loose, fractured, or grossly infected or prevented satisfactory reduction. Data regarding demographics, involvement of a molar tooth, management of the involved tooth, and postoperative outcome were analyzed. Statistical analysis was performed by using likelihood ratio χ2 and logistic regression. Results: The revision surgery in fractures with molar tooth involvement was 28.9 percent, compared to 12.9 percent when no tooth was involved ( P = 0.084). When a tooth was involved in the fracture, the revision surgery rate was 25 percent when it was removed and 30% when it was preserved ( P = 0.734). Conclusion: Postoperative complications, especially the revision surgery rates, may not increase by involvement of lower molar teeth in the fracture line and selective removal of these teeth by using commonly accepted guidelines may not decrease complication rates in angle fractures.
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- Jeevan Ramakrishnan
- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR
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- Ecology, Evolutionary Biology & Behavior Program, Genetics Program, Department of Zoology, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
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- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR
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- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR
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- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR
- Section of ENT, John McClellan VA Hospital, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock, AR
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Hartzell LD, Stack BC, Yuen J, Vural E, Suen JY. Free Tissue Reconstruction Following Excision of Head and Neck Arteriovenous Malformations. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2009; 11:171-7. [DOI: 10.1001/archfacial.2009.6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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Richter GT, Bowen T, Boerma M, Fan CY, Hauer-Jensen M, Vural E. Impact of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor on Skin Graft Survival in Irradiated Rats. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2009. [DOI: 10.1001/archfaci.2008.526] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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- Gresham T. Richter
- Departments of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Drs Richter and Vural and Mr Bowen) and Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock; and Departments of Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen) and Pathology (Dr Fan) and Division of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Dr Vural), John McClellan Veterans Affairs Hospital, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock. Dr Richter is now with the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology,
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- Departments of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Drs Richter and Vural and Mr Bowen) and Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock; and Departments of Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen) and Pathology (Dr Fan) and Division of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Dr Vural), John McClellan Veterans Affairs Hospital, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock. Dr Richter is now with the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology,
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- Departments of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Drs Richter and Vural and Mr Bowen) and Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock; and Departments of Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen) and Pathology (Dr Fan) and Division of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Dr Vural), John McClellan Veterans Affairs Hospital, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock. Dr Richter is now with the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology,
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- Departments of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Drs Richter and Vural and Mr Bowen) and Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock; and Departments of Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen) and Pathology (Dr Fan) and Division of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Dr Vural), John McClellan Veterans Affairs Hospital, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock. Dr Richter is now with the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology,
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- Departments of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Drs Richter and Vural and Mr Bowen) and Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock; and Departments of Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen) and Pathology (Dr Fan) and Division of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Dr Vural), John McClellan Veterans Affairs Hospital, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock. Dr Richter is now with the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology,
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- Departments of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Drs Richter and Vural and Mr Bowen) and Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock; and Departments of Surgery (Drs Boerma and Hauer-Jensen) and Pathology (Dr Fan) and Division of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (Dr Vural), John McClellan Veterans Affairs Hospital, Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, Little Rock. Dr Richter is now with the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology,
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Richter GT, Bowen T, Boerma M, Fan CY, Hauer-Jensen M, Vural E. Impact of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor on Skin Graft Survival in Irradiated Rats. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2009; 11:110-3. [DOI: 10.1001/archfacial.2008.526] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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Vural E, Ramakrishnan J, Cetin N, Buckmiller L, Suen JY, Fan CY. The expression of vascular endothelial growth factor and its receptors in port-wine stains. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2008; 139:560-4. [PMID: 18922344 DOI: 10.1016/j.otohns.2008.07.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2008] [Revised: 07/02/2008] [Accepted: 07/10/2008] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and its receptor (VEGF-R2) in port-wine stains (PWSs). DESIGN An immunohistochemistry (IHC) study on formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded specimens. METHODS Representative sections from surgical resection specimens of 12 PWS patients and 12 control specimens stained with routine IHC by using polyclonal anti-VEGF and anti-VEGF-R2 antibodies. Slides were evaluated semiquantitatively for the intensity of staining for VEGF and VEGF-R2 by using a scoring system varying from 0 to 3+. RESULTS PWS specimens showed statistically significant overexpression of both VEGF and VEGF-R2 molecules when compared with control specimens (P < 0.005). CONCLUSIONS VEGF and its receptor may play an important role in the pathogenesis of PWS. It is possible that PWS may progress by hyperplasia in addition to hypertrophy. VEGF-R blockade may have a potential role as a targeted approach in the treatment of this disfiguring condition in the future.
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- Emre Vural
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 West Markham, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA.
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