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 Otolaryngology

Developing world perspectives in otolaryngology: infectious complications in otolaryngology

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Otolaryngology

Wed Apr 22, 2020 03:00

Head and neck surgical antibiotic prophylaxis in resource-constrained settings

Purpose of review Antimicrobial resistance represents a global threat and causes almost 700 000 deaths per year. The rapid dissemination of resistant bacteria is occurring globally, turning this into the primary threat to public health in the 21st century and forcing organizations around the globe to take urgent action. Recent findings About risks related to surgical site infection (SSI) in head and neck surgery, surgical limitations in resource-constrained settings, comorbidities and the...

Otolaryngology

Wed Apr 22, 2020 03:00

Thickened liquids: do they still have a place in the dysphagia toolkit?

Purpose of review The use of commercially or naturally thickened liquids is a well-established treatment for patients with dysphagia to fluids, the aim of which is to improve swallow safety by minimizing risk of aspiration. Although the most recent systematic reviews conclude that this treatment lacks evidential support and leads to patient-reported worsening health and quality of life, thickened liquids continue to be used with patients with dysphagia across clinical settings. This review briefly...

Otolaryngology

Wed Apr 22, 2020 03:00

Management of infective complications of otitis media in resource-constrained settings

Purpose of review Complications of otitis media are a cause of significant morbidity and mortality, compounded in resource-constrained settings in which human and physical resources to manage disease are suboptimal. Here, we examine the current best evidence to devise a protocol for management, in particular exploring the opportunity for conservative or nonspecialist management. Recent findings Reviews of the literature suggest that intratemporal and extracranial infections can be managed...

Otolaryngology

Wed Apr 22, 2020 03:00

Complicated sinusitis in developing countries: an African perspective

Purpose of review Complicated rhinosinusitis continues to be a diagnosis not to be missed because of the potential life-threatening and life-changing outcomes. This is true for clinicians in both developed and developing countries. Advances in diagnostic imaging, appropriate antibiotic use and timely surgical intervention have resulted in better outcomes particularly in the developed world. This review focuses on the current management of complicated sinusitis in resource-limited settings. Recent...

Otolaryngology

Wed Apr 22, 2020 03:00

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