Article
Dermatology
Soumya Sachdeva, Alok Raina, Kabir Sardana, Purnima Malhotra
Summary: Orofacial granulomatosis is a rare disorder that can include Melkersson Rosethal syndrome, and patients can achieve significant improvement through combination therapy.
DERMATOLOGIC THERAPY
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Danielle Guez-Barber, Sanjeev K. Swami, Jacqueline B. Harrison, Jennifer L. McGuire
Summary: This retrospective cohort study aimed to describe the etiology and clinical course of pediatric acute-onset unilateral peripheral facial palsy and to differentiate between Bell's palsy and Lyme-related facial palsy. The results showed that Bell's palsy and Lyme-related facial palsy were common causes of pediatric facial palsy in the Lyme-endemic region. Systemic prodrome and month of onset may help distinguish between the two conditions and guide antibiotic use. Early corticosteroid use did not affect facial strength recovery.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Tannara Nobile Alencar, Marcela Machado Botelho, Natalia Carasek, Fayez Bahmad Jr
Summary: Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that can be diagnosed to improve treatment. Facial nerve decompression surgery can be an effective choice to improve symptoms and prevent further episodes in patients with facial paralysis.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CASE REPORTS
(2023)
Review
Allergy
Yared Zenebe Zewde
Summary: Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome is a rare neuro-mucocutaneous disorder characterized by a triad of recurrent facial palsy, orofacial swelling, and fissured tongue. It is often misdiagnosed as Bell's palsy due to the similarity of symptoms. Early detection and timely treatment are crucial in preventing permanent facial swelling and cosmetic disfigurement.
ALLERGY ASTHMA AND CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Dermatology
Camila F. B. Gavioli, Giovanna P. Florezi, Silvia Lourenco, Marcello M. S. Nico
Summary: This study aimed to describe the clinical and histopathological characteristics of patients with Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome, highlighting the rare presentations and comorbidities associated with the disease. The treatment modalities varied among patients, with different responses observed to medical therapies. This report emphasizes the importance of recognizing the clinical spectrum of this rare disorder.
JOURNAL OF CUTANEOUS MEDICINE AND SURGERY
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Georges Aoun, Nadia Skandri, Hafiza Ghattas, Carlo Maksoud
Summary: Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome is an uncommon neuro-mucocutaneous disease characterized by recurrent facial palsy, orofacial swelling, and fissured tongue. This case report describes a 38-year-old female patient diagnosed with MRS based on these clinical features. Corticosteroid treatment was prescribed for one week and tapered off gradually over two weeks, with regular long-term follow-ups requested to monitor disease activity.
CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Giulia Molinari, Daniela Lucidi, Ignacio Javier Fernandez, Alice Barbazza, Elena Vanelli, Federico Lami, Gaia Federici, Cecilia Botti, Livio Presutti, Roberto D'Angelo, Rita Rinaldi, Matteo Alicandri-Ciufelli
Summary: This article aims to systematically review published cases of bilateral facial palsy (BFP) to gather evidence on its clinical assessment and management. After screening 143 relevant articles, it was found that BFP is predominantly peripheral paralysis, with autoimmune disease being the most common etiology. Most patients receive exclusive medical treatment, while a minority opt for surgery or combined therapy.
JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Carla de Sanctis Pecora, Danielle Shitara
Summary: The article discusses the importance of using Botulinum toxin type A in unilateral peripheral facial nerve palsy and emphasizes the correct technique to improve patients' quality of life.
Article
Rehabilitation
Chiara Pavese, Andrea Giordano, Elena Dalla Toffola, Antonio Nardone, Franco Franchignoni
Summary: This study investigated the psychometric properties of the validated Italian version of the Facial Disability Index (FDI) and found overall positive results, except for the functioning of the response categories. A refined version with only 4 response categories was proposed to improve interpretability, feasibility, and metric performance of the tool.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Katharina Geissler, Elisabeth Urban, Gerd F. Volk, Carsten M. Klingner, Otto W. Witte, Orlando Guntinas-Lichius
Summary: Infectious causes such as Varicella Zoster Virus reactivation and Lyme disease have the best probability for complete recovery in patients with non-idiopathic peripheral facial palsy, while post-surgery FP has a worse prognosis. Patients with traumatic FP have a higher proportion of complete recovery.
EUROPEAN ARCHIVES OF OTO-RHINO-LARYNGOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Neurosciences
Alfonso Gil-Martinez, Sergio Lerma-Lara, Alfredo Hernando-Jorge, Ana Campos-Vegas, Audrey Aceval, Rafael Pages-Scasso, Francisco Moran-Burgos, Hector Beltran-Alacreu
Summary: The study investigates the use of mirror therapy on patients with facial paralysis, showing promising results in modulating muscle activity and improving facial expression ability in these patients.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kanika, Nidhi Sharma, Ankita Yadav, Parveen Kumar
Summary: A 41-year-old male with diabetes presented with facial palsy after COVID-19 Associated Mucormycosis. A 4-week physiotherapeutic intervention, including ice therapy, Mime therapy, Facial Soft Tissue Manipulation, and Facial Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Stimulation, showed improvement in the patient's symptoms and scores on the House-Brackman Facial Grading Scale.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Mouna Snoussi, Faten Frikha, Hela Mnif, Donia Chebbi, Sameh Marzouk, Tahya Boudawara, Zouhir Bahloul
Summary: Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome is a rare condition with unknown cause, characterized by relapsing facial and lip swelling, facial palsy, and a fissured tongue. We present a case of a 29-year-old female patient with these symptoms, along with an exceptional manifestation of gingival hyperplasia. The symptoms were partially managed with systemic steroids and surgical resection of gingival hyperplasia.
PAN AFRICAN MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Ciro Emiliano Boschetti, Giorgio Lo Giudice, Chiara Spuntarelli, Carmine Apice, Raffaele Rauso, Mario Santagata, Gianpaolo Tartaro, Giuseppe Colella
Summary: This study evaluated the effectiveness of Kabat physical rehabilitation in patients with severe facial nerve palsy after parotid gland surgery. The results showed that Kabat therapy could improve the recovery of patients, especially those with high-grade facial nerve palsy.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Lisa Strobelt, Anna-Maria Kuttenreich, Gerd Fabian Volk, Carien Beurskens, Thomas Lehmann, Ina Manuela Schueler
Summary: Facial nerve palsy affects the oral health, oral hygiene, and quality of life of patients, while handedness influences oral hygiene and oral health.
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Mark A. Merkley, Tristan C. Bice, Alex Grier, Alexis M. Strohl, Li-Xing Man, Steven R. Gill
INTERNATIONAL FORUM OF ALLERGY & RHINOLOGY
(2015)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Alcina K. Lidder, Kara Y. Detwiller, Caroline P. E. Price, Robert C. Kern, David B. Conley, Stephanie Shintani-Smith, Kevin C. Welch, Rakesh K. Chandra, Anju T. Peters, Leslie C. Grammer, Li-Xing Man, Robert P. Schleimer, Bruce K. Tan
INTERNATIONAL FORUM OF ALLERGY & RHINOLOGY
(2017)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Fernando Gomez-Rivera, Davide Cattano, Uma Ramaswamy, Chirag B. Patel, Alfonso Altamirano, Li-Xing Man, Amber Luong, Zhongxue Chen, Martin J. Citardi, Samer Fakhri
ANNALS OF OTOLOGY RHINOLOGY AND LARYNGOLOGY
(2012)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Li-Xing Man, Caitlin C. McLean, Matthew L. Pierce, Samer Fakhri
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Li-Xing Man, Zachary Farhood, Amber Luong, Samer Fakhri, Robert M. Feldman, Philip R. Orlander, Martin J. Citardi
INTERNATIONAL FORUM OF ALLERGY & RHINOLOGY
(2013)
Editorial Material
Otorhinolaryngology
Tristan C. Bice, Ryan D. Walker, Li-Xing Man
JAMA OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD & NECK SURGERY
(2014)
Editorial Material
Otorhinolaryngology
Benjamin J. Greene, Michael C. Topf, Steven P. Meyers, Li-Xing Man
JAMA OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD & NECK SURGERY
(2014)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Edward D. McCoul, Heather M. Weinreich, Hillary Mulder, Li-Xing Man, Kristine Schulz, Jennifer J. Shin
OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY
(2019)
Review
Otorhinolaryngology
Nadeem R. Kolia, Li-Xing Man
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Edward D. McCoul, Heather M. Weinreich, Hillary Mulder, Li-Xing Man, Kristine Schulz, Jennifer J. Shin
OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY
(2020)
Review
Otorhinolaryngology
Sai V. Nimmagadda, Isaac L. Schmale, Li-Xing Man
Summary: This study systematically reviewed the therapeutic potential and clinical outcomes of crenotherapy as a complementary and integrative treatment for chronic rhinosinusitis. The results showed that crenotherapy can effectively improve symptoms and nasal ciliary function for certain patients with minimal side effects. However, further research is needed due to study heterogeneity and limitations.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF RHINOLOGY & ALLERGY
(2022)
Review
Otorhinolaryngology
Sai Nimmagadda, Li-Xing Man, Margo K. McKenna, John J. Faria, Isaac L. Schmale
Summary: This article describes a rare case of pediatric actinomycotic rhinosinusitis with orbital subperiosteal abscess and reviews the current literature to assess methods of diagnosis, treatment modalities, and outcomes with appropriate treatment. The case report and literature review show that actinomyces rhinosinusitis can be successfully managed with endoscopic sinus surgery, abscess drainage as necessary, and a prolonged course of antibiotics. Early diagnosis, appropriate testing, and aggressive treatment are critical in managing patients with this infection.
CASE REPORTS IN OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Allergy
Isaac L. Schmale, Alexander Poulakis, Audrey Abend, Martha E. Luitje, Li -Xing Man
Summary: This study investigated the use patterns of Dupilumab in CRSwNP treatment and explored its real-world outcomes. The results showed that Dupilumab appears to be safe and effective in well-selected patients.
JOURNAL OF ALLERGY AND CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY-IN PRACTICE
(2023)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Paul A. Lambert, Ann L. Gill, Steven R. Gill, Paul D. Allen, Li-Xing Man
Summary: This study investigated the effects of commercially available rinse products containing xylitol or Lactococcus lactis on the microbiome of post-surgical CRS patients. The study did not find any significant clinical or microbiome-level effects from the treatment with these two products. Further research is needed to clarify their clinical utility and potential probiotic effects.
LARYNGOSCOPE INVESTIGATIVE OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2021)
Letter
Surgery
Arif Tri Prasetyo, Lisa Y. Hasibuan, Kevin Leonard Suryadinata
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Peter J. Nicksic, D'Andrea T. Donnelly, Weifeng Zeng, Allison J. Seitz, Samuel O. Poore, Aaron J. Suminski, Aaron M. Dingle
Summary: The study demonstrates that trigeminal nerve stimulation (TNS) or peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) can improve functional outcomes of peripheral nerve injury in rats. This finding is important in translating the therapy as a non-invasive treatment for high, mixed nerve injuries in humans.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
K. Can Bayezid, Suat Morkuzu, Erdem Karabulut, Adam Bajus, Libor Streit
Summary: This study compared the spontaneity outcomes of the most preferred neurotization methods in facial reanimation surgery. The results showed that dual innervation and contralateral facial nerve-driven strategies achieved the most promising outcomes, while motor nerve to the masseter had lower potential to elicit spontaneous smile.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Letter
Surgery
Hinpetch Daungsupawong, Viroj Wiwanitkit
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Zidi Yu, Ziwei Zhang, Xiancheng Wang, Dandan Song, Quanding Yan, Yang Sun, Xiang Xiong, Xianxi Meng, Wenbo Li, Zhongjie Yi
Summary: Pathological psychologies such as anxiety, depression, and body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) are common in female patients scheduled to undergo rhinoplasty. BDD is more likely to be associated with depression. Rhinoplasty has little psychological impact on patients, but female patients with BDD are more likely to be dissatisfied with the surgery.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Lei Wang, Qian Zhu, Yuanyuan Zhang, Yulin Miao, Huan Liu, Fengli Gao
Summary: This comparative observational study found that microscopic varicocoelectomy had higher sperm motility and showed significant improvements in certain postoperative parameters compared to laparoscopic varicocoelectomy. Neither group experienced testicular atrophy.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Mohamed Dalmar, Mohamed El Sheikh, Richard Baker, Rajan Uppal
Summary: This study analyzed complications following cosmetic surgeries managed by plastic surgery services at Heatherwood and Wexham Park hospitals in 2022, including procedures performed internationally. The majority of complications were related to breast cosmetic surgery and abdominoplasties, with the most common complications being wound dehiscence, post-operative infection, and seromas. Turkey was the most popular country selected for surgery, and there is a need to increase public awareness of the risks involved in seeking international options and how to choose suitable clinics.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Editorial Material
Surgery
Rohun Gupta, Lawson E. Spence, Peter K. Firouzbakht, Brian A. Mailey
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Alexandre Mendonca Munhoz, Ary de Azevedo Marques Neto, Joao Maximiliano, Murillo Fraga
Summary: This study investigated the outcomes of silicone implants in breast augmentation and found that ergonomic style implants can achieve favorable results with lower complication rates.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Lee H. Kilmer, Allan A. Weidman, Brent R. Degeorge, John T. Stranix, Chris A. Campbell
Summary: The study aims to compare the oncologic, medical, and surgical outcomes of lumpectomy and oncoplastic breast reduction surgery (OBRS) on a national scale. A database was used to analyze patient data and match them based on various factors. The results showed that lumpectomy patients had higher rates of repeat lumpectomy or subsequent mastectomy, while OBRS patients had higher rates of surgical complications but fewer medical complications. Logistic regression analysis revealed that OBRS was associated with a decreased likelihood of repeat lumpectomy. Although OBRS was associated with increased wound complications, medical complications were found to occur less frequently.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Review
Surgery
M. Guiotto, C. M. Oranges, M. Cherubino, M. Maruccia, P. Tedeschi, D. F. Kalbermatten, W. Raffoul, P. G. di Summa
Summary: This study evaluated different surgical approaches for neoumbilicoplasty and correlated them with specific surgical needs. The results showed that direct suture, single flap, and multiple flap techniques can achieve overall satisfactory cosmetic outcomes with a low rate of surgical complications. Different surgical techniques are suitable for different patient populations and surgical scenarios.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Review
Surgery
Samuel Knoedler, Giuseppe Sofo, Barbara Kern, Konstantin Frank, Sebastian Cotofana, Sarah von Isenburg, Soren Konneker, Francesco Mazzarone, Amir H. Dorafshar, Leonard Knoedler, Michael Alfertshofer
Summary: This study compared real patient feedback with ChatGPT-generated reviews for the top five US plastic surgery procedures. It found that analyzing the emotional tone and review length can help differentiate real from fake reviews, and ChatGPT-generated reviews can convincingly deceive commercial AI detection software.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Gerlya Asirova, Jan Wynands, Sergey Frolov, Diana Almeida, Pavel Davydenko, Salem Madina
Summary: By assessing the development and growth of costal cartilage, the optimal age for ear reconstruction surgery in the Russian population was determined to be 10 years and older.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Letter
Surgery
S. Curran, E. Heffernan, S. Connolly, K. Levins, K. Cronin, R. Dolan
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Soo Min Cha, Ashwin Pai, Hyun Jong Lee, Hyun Dae Shin
Summary: In this retrospective case series, we found that non-vascularized iliac bone graft longer than 3 cm had satisfactory clinical outcomes in the treatment of non-union of the upper extremities.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)