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Voice Rehabilitation Following Total Laryngectomy, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Voice Rehabilitation Following Total Laryngectomy, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Despite continuing advances in surgical management of laryngeal malignancy, total laryngectomy is still the treatment of choice in advanced laryngeal malignancies. Considering the longevity of the patient following total laryngectomy, various measures have been adopted in order to provide voice function to the patient. Significant advancements have taken place in voice rehabilitation of post laryngectomy patients. Advancements in oncological surgical techniques and irradiation techniques have literally cured laryngeal malignancies. Among the various voice rehabilitation techniques available TEP (Tracheo oesophageal puncture) is considered to be the gold standard. This article attempts to explore the various voice rehabilitation technique available with primary …
Dentigerous Cyst From Supernumerary Teeth, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Dentigerous Cyst From Supernumerary Teeth, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
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Eosinophlic Oesophagitis Review Of Literature, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Eosinophlic Oesophagitis Review Of Literature, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
This article reviews the published literature on the topic eosinophilic oesophagitis. This is actually a recent entity. Diagnosis of this condition depends on the awareness of the treating physician. Diagnosis is actually made after excluding the diagnosis of GERD and demonstration of more than 50 eosinophilis / high power field in the mucosal specimen studied. These patients respond well to topical / systemic steroids. Oesophageal dilatation may be needed to treat patients with severe degree of dysphagia which is fortunately rare.
Laryngeal Immunology, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Laryngeal Immunology, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Larynx technically speaking is situated at the cross roads between air passage and food passage. This situation adds to its vulnerability due to exposure to pathogens, allergens, pollutants and toxins. It is also exposed to stomach acid in patients with gastro oesophageal reflux. Current studies reaveal that larynx is provided with unique immune system which could play an active / passive role in laryngeal protection. Animal studies reveal an abundance of lymphoid tissue in the mucosa of larynx and trachea. Various studies conducted with porcine larynx reveal that supraglottis contained fewer immunological cells when compared to other areas of larynx. …
Infected Haller Cell. Radiology Image Of The Issue, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Infected Haller Cell. Radiology Image Of The Issue, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Haller cells are also known as infraorbital ethmoidal cells / maxilla ethmoidal cells. These cellsextend into the inferomedial portion of orbital floor. They are seen in 40% of patients. 1 This article discusses the imaging features of haller cell as seen in coronal CT scan.
Deviated Nasal Septum And Its Management A Straight Nasal Septum Is Rather Rare, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Deviated Nasal Septum And Its Management A Straight Nasal Septum Is Rather Rare, Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Balasubramanian Thiagarajan
Nasal cavity is divided into two portions by the presence of amid linenasal septum. The nasal septum has two components i.e. Bony andcartilaginousones. Bony components of nasal septum include: 1. Perpendicular plate of ethmoid superiorly – It articulates with the cribriform plate of ethmoid. Traumatic manipulation of perpendicular plate of ethmoid can lead to CSF leak. If this portion of nasal septum is the cause for nasal obstruction then it should be removed by sharp dissection rather than by twisting and pulling it out. 2. Vomer – Inferoposterior portion of nasal septum is formed by this bone. It is a …