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Perioperative and Long-Term Outcomes in Infants Undergoing a Tracheostomy from a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Today’s discussion revolves around the risk factors for perioperative complications in NICU infants requiring tracheostomy. This recently published paper, featured in the renowned Laryngoscope journal, explores the incidence of severe perioperative complications related to tracheostomy and identifies the associated risk factors. In summary, this data holds significant importance, particularly for NICU management teams, as it…
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Amoxicillin-Clavulanate (Augmentin) vs Amoxicillin for Pediatric Acute Sinusitis
Acute sinusitis in the pediatric population is not rare, and orbital complications can arise if it is not treated early. The paper that I am sharing today discusses antibiotic selection for outpatient treatment of pediatric acute sinusitis. The conclusion is a bit surprising to me, but I genuinely believe that it is important to treat…
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Enhancing Hearing: Intratympanic Steroid Injections for Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSNHL)
Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) is characterized by a rapid hearing decline of 30 dB or more across at least three consecutive frequencies within a 72-hour timeframe. Its causes are believed to originate from neurological, vascular, infectious, oxidative, immuno-mediated, or degenerative factors, including rupture of the cochlear membrane. Typically, treatment involves the administration of steroids,…
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Hearing the Future: Discovering the Latest Advancements in Cochlear Implant (CI) Technology
In recent years, the field of cochlear implant (CI) technology has witnessed remarkable advancements, revolutionizing the way individuals with hearing loss experience the world around them. These cutting-edge devices have transformed the lives of millions, offering renewed hope and opportunities for those who were once limited by their hearing impairments. This article aims to explore…
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Comparison of Hemodynamics in Jet Ventilation vs. Intermittent Apnea for Airway Stenosis Surgery
Dear readers, Today I’ll be sharing insights on ventilation methods during laryngotracheal surgery. During my training at HUKM, I had the privilege of learning from renowned laryngologists (Prof Dato Abdullah Sani, Prof Marina, and Prof Mawaddah). It was at HUKM that I was introduced to jet ventilation, a technique for intermittently delivering oxygen to patients…


































