{"title":"Artificial intelligence in maxillofacial and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery.","authors":"Ethan Fung, Dhruv Patel, Sherard Tatum","doi":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000983","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000983","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>To provide a current review of artificial intelligence and its subtypes in maxillofacial and facial plastic surgery including a discussion of implications and ethical concerns.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Artificial intelligence has gained popularity in recent years due to technological advancements. The current literature has begun to explore the use of artificial intelligence in various medical fields, but there is limited contribution to maxillofacial and facial plastic surgery due to the wide variance in anatomical facial features as well as subjective influences. In this review article, we found artificial intelligence's roles, so far, are to automatically update patient records, produce 3D models for preoperative planning, perform cephalometric analyses, and provide diagnostic evaluation of oropharyngeal malignancies.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>Artificial intelligence has solidified a role in maxillofacial and facial plastic surgery within the past few years. As high-quality databases expand with more patients, the role for artificial intelligence to assist in more complicated and unique cases becomes apparent. Despite its potential, ethical questions have been raised that should be noted as artificial intelligence continues to thrive. These questions include concerns such as compromise of the physician-patient relationship and healthcare justice.</p>","PeriodicalId":55195,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"257-262"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141263637","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Posterior tongue tie: that is a thing?","authors":"Kaelan Black","doi":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000982","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000982","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>The purpose of this review is to examine the current research of the posterior tongue tie and how it relates to breast feeding, solid feeding, and speech.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Recent findings show that the posterior tongue tie may play a role in effective breast feeding.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>Ankyloglossia is the term used for the restriction of the movement of the tongue that impairs certain functions such as breastfeeding or bottle feeding, feeding with solids, and speech. Cadaver studies have shown that there can be a restriction of the tongue and oral tissues in some people relative to others. In some breast-feeding studies, releasing the posterior tie has been shown to improve certain aspects of tongue movement. There is little evidence for or against posterior tongue ties contributing to other problems such as speech and solid feeding. This article goes into depth about the current studies on posterior ankyloglossia.</p>","PeriodicalId":55195,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"282-285"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141312345","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The role of telehealth in the delivery of oral and maxillofacial surgery services at a level 6 hospital in New South Wales Australia during COVID-19 - the John Hunter Hospital experience: a commentary, review and cautionary tale for the future.","authors":"Annabelle Welham, Eileen Tan-Gore, Rebekah Taylor","doi":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000978","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000978","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>The objective of this article is to understand the uptake in use of Telehealth services during the COVID-19 pandemic as a way to provide compelling impetus for further research and promotion of Telehealth in general. A data review of Outpatient Department data from 2020 to 2023, as compiled by the Surgical Outcomes improvement Unit.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Telehealth was widely adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic for clinicians to provide healthcare to patients whilst adhering to strict lockdown guidelines aimed at limiting exposure and spread of the respiratory virus. There has been minimal analysis, however, of the ethical and legal implications of telemedicine. Whilst it seems that access to care is improved via telehealth, there are subtle, inherent barriers intrinsic to it.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>There was a significant increase in the use of audio and audiovisual aids in the delivery of Oral and Maxillofacial Outpatient care during the COVID-19 period. Further analysis and improvements need to be made to the system before it can be considered as sufficient and adequate. Where there is rapid adoption of Telehealth in the delivery of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Services, there must be concurrent rigorous review and update of systems in order to address the key areas of patient safety and accuracy of treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":55195,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"263-268"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140863310","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Update on using buccal myomucosal flaps for patients with cleft palate and velopharyngeal insufficiency: primary and secondary interventions.","authors":"Alexander P Marston, Travis T Tollefson","doi":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000981","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000981","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>This review aims to examine the indications and anatomical circumstances for when to optimally incorporate buccal myomucosal flaps (BMFs) into palatal surgical reconstruction.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Studies examining outcomes following primary cleft palate repair with incorporation of BMF have demonstrated excellent speech outcomes and low rates of fistula. Furthermore, some reports cite an association of buccal flap use with reduced midface hypoplasia and the need for later orthognathic surgery. When used for secondary speech surgery, BMFs have been shown to lead to speech improvements across multiple outcome measures. Advantages of BMF techniques over conventionally described pharyngeal flap and pharyngoplasty procedures include significant lengthening of the velum, favorable repositioning of the levator muscular sling, and lower rates of obstructive sleep apnea.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>Although the published data demonstrate excellent outcomes with use of BMFs for primary and secondary palatal surgery, there are limited data to conclude superiority over the traditional, more extensively investigated surgical techniques. The authors of this review agree with the evidence that BMF techniques can be useful in primary palatoplasty for congenitally wide clefts, secondary speech surgery for large velopharyngeal gaps, and/or in individuals with a predisposition for airway obstruction from traditional approaches.</p>","PeriodicalId":55195,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"239-247"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141249109","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Managing massive palatial defect secondary to palatoplasty failures: an in-depth analysis.","authors":"Madison Boot, Ryan Winters","doi":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000968","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000968","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>Massive palatal defects resulting from palatoplasty failures arising from cleft palate repair complications present ongoing challenges in clinical practice. The purpose of this review is to provide up-to-date insights into aetiology, risk factors, surgical techniques, and adjunctive therapies, aiming to enhance the understanding of such complex cases, and optimize patient outcomes.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Primary palatoplasty has fistula recurrence rates ranging from 2.4% to 55%. Factors such as cleft width, surgical repair method, and patient characteristics, influence the likelihood of failure. Classifications such as the Pakistan Comprehensive Classification and Richardson's criteria aid in assessing defects. Surgical options range from local flaps and revision palatoplasty to regional flaps (e.g., buccinator myomucosal, facial artery-based flaps, tongue flaps, nasal septal flaps) to free microvascular flaps. Alternative approaches include obturator prostheses, and acellular dermal matrix has been used as an adjuvant to multiple repair techniques. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has emerged as an adjunctive therapy to enhance tissue healing.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>This comprehensive review underscores the intricate challenges associated with massive palatal defects resulting from palatoplasty failures. The diverse range of surgical and nonsurgical options emphasizes the importance of patient-centric, individualized approaches. Practitioners, armed with evidence-based insights, can navigate these complexities, offering tailored interventions for improved patient outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":55195,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"269-277"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139934359","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The surgical future is here, but it is not evenly distributed.","authors":"David A Shaye","doi":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000984","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000984","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":55195,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery","volume":"32 4","pages":"201"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141499693","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sarah Bessen, Shekhar K Gadkaree, Adeeb Derakhshan
{"title":"Use of piezoelectric instrumentation in craniofacial surgery.","authors":"Sarah Bessen, Shekhar K Gadkaree, Adeeb Derakhshan","doi":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000986","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000986","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>The use of piezoelectric instrumentation is increasingly recognized as an alternative to traditional bone-cutting techniques across a wide array of surgeries. Here, we provide an overview of the technique, including device principles, benefits, and drawbacks. We also review its use in craniofacial surgery.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Piezoelectric surgery is a minimally invasive bone-cutting system with lower risk of damage to surrounding soft tissue structures. Indications for its use are rapidly expanding across multiple fields, including craniofacial surgery. To date, piezosurgical techniques have been most widely adopted and studied in the contexts of rhinoplasty, orthognathic surgery, and cranioplasty in craniosynostosis. Piezosurgery can facilitate more precise and consistent osteotomies while decreasing morbidities associated with traditional osteotomy techniques. Primary limitations include cost and concerns regarding increased operative times secondary to operator learning curves and decreased cutting efficiency.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>Piezoelectric surgery represents an alternative to traditional bone-cutting modalities to improve precision, consistency, and safety of osteotomies. Further research is needed to better understand the efficacy of the technique as well as potential for additional applications.</p>","PeriodicalId":55195,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"209-214"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141428316","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Management of large head and neck defects in the vessel-depleted neck.","authors":"Lindsey Shehee, Danielle Bottalico, Brandon Prendes","doi":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000980","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000980","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>Surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy are often utilized in the treatment of head and neck cancer. These treatments can cause extensive scarring within the neck and can limit the viability of recipient vessels for further microvascular reconstruction. Patients with vessel-depleted necks provide a significant challenge for microvascular surgeons and are a topic of much discussion in the field.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>While reconstruction in the vessel-depleted neck is an active area of interest, the patient population is rare. Therefore, single institution series with small numbers comprise the majority of published literature. Recent publications describe techniques for identifying adequate recipient vessel options outside of the field of treatment with excellent free flap outcomes. Further, recent summary articles describe techniques for addressing issues with pedicle length that can arise when using vessels that are far from the defect to be reconstructed.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>When viable vessel options are available within the treatment field, these recipient vessels can be used with good reliability and free flap success. If in-field recipient vessels are not available, minimal access incisions can be used to identify superficial temporal, angular, contralateral facial, or transverse cervical vessels. Further away from the treatment field, internal mammary vessels can be harvested through open or robotic approaches. If the use of these distant vessels creates issues with pedicle length, interposition vein grafts, arteriovenous (AV) loops, or flow-through flaps can be used to augment vessel length.</p>","PeriodicalId":55195,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery","volume":"32 4","pages":"278-281"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141499692","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"'Seeing is believing' - gender disparities in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery in Africa: a narrative review.","authors":"Amina Seguya, Fiona Kabagenyi, Sharon Ovnat Tamir","doi":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000964","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000964","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>Various factors affect otolaryngology - head and neck surgery (OHNS) services in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs); including inadequate infrastructure, limited academic positions, unfavorable hospital research policies, and traditional misconceptions about gender and surgery, among others. Although gender inequalities exist globally, they are particularly pronounced in LMICs, especially in Africa.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>A comparative narrative literature review for relevant manuscripts from January 1, 2017 to through January 10th, 2024, using PubMed, Embase and Google Scholar for articles from the United States/Canada and Africa was done. 195 relevant articles were from the United States/Canada, while only 5 were from Africa and only 1 manuscript was relevant to OHNS. The reviewed articles reported that gender disparities exist in medical training, authorship, and career advancement. We highlight possible solutions to some of these disparities to promote a more gender-diversified workforce in OHNS in Africa as well as all over the world.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>Additional studies on gender disparities in Africa, are needed. These studies will highlight need for inclusive policies, structured and accessible mentorship programs; through which these disparities can be highlighted and addressed. This will in the long run ensure sustainability of OHNS care in LMICs.</p>","PeriodicalId":55195,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"188-192"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2024-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139742762","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Transitions in tracheostomy care: from childhood to adulthood.","authors":"Louise Edwards, Jackie McRae","doi":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000919","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MOO.0000000000000919","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>The purpose of this review is to explore the evidence around children and young people who require a tracheostomy and transition into adult services, reflecting on the challenges and considerations for clinical practice as these needs increase.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>There are a lack of data on the incidence and prevalence of children and young people with a tracheostomy transitioning to adult services for ongoing care. There are significant variations in care needs, technology and previous experiences that demand more than a simple handover process. Examples of service models that support the transition of care exist, however these lack specificity for children and young people with a tracheostomy.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>Further exploration of the needs of children and young people requiring airway technology is indicated, particularly considering the short and long-term education, health, and social care needs.</p>","PeriodicalId":55195,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"172-177"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2024-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10000662","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}