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Case report: Metastatic renal carcinoid to the thyroid diagnosed by fine needle aspiration biopsy
Authors: Bhalla Ritu , Popp Aimee , Nassar Aziza
Published: August 2007

We report a case of primary renal carcinoid arising in a horseshoe kidney. To the best of our knowledge this is the first case to be reported in the cytology literature, which has been diagnosed by fine needle aspiration (FNA). A 32‐year‐old male, presented to the Emory University Hospital, with a renal mass arising in a horseshoe kidney; along with a thyroid mass. FNA of the renal mass resulted in an initial diagnosis of renal cell carcinoma, unclassified. A thyroid aspiration was attempted later, and revealed a neuroendocrine morphology. This was compared with the renal aspiration and both of them were found to have similar morphology. With the help of immunostains, a diagnosis of renal carcinoid tumor metastatic to the thyroid was made. Thus, we demonstrate that renal carcinoid, being a rare entity, can pose a diagnostic challenge. Diagn. Cytopathol. 2007;35:597‐600. © 2007 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.
Flow cytometric immunophenotyping of cancer cells in effusion specimens: Diagnostic and research applications
Authors: Davidson Ben , Dong Hiep Phuc , Holth Arild , Berner Aasmund , Risberg Björn
Published: August 2007

Flow cytometry (FCM) immunophenotyping is frequently used as an ancillary technique for the diagnosis of hematological malignancies or for measurement of DNA content. In recent years, we applied FCM to the diagnosis of metastatic adenocarcinoma and malignant mesothelioma in effusions. We established a panel of antibodies that allows for rapid and effective differentiation between epithelial cells, mesothelial cells, and leukocytes. FCM was subsequently used for quantitative analysis of integrin subunits. Recently, we studied different parameters of the immune response, including HLA molecules and chemokine receptors, using this method. Our data suggest that FCM is an effective method for the characterization of cancer cells in clinical effusion specimens in both the diagnostic and research setting, and that this method is comparable to immunohistochemistry in terms of sensitivity and specificity, with the additional advantage of providing quantitative data. This review discusses previous work in this area and the future potential of this method in the characterization of tumor cells in serous effusions. Diagn. Cytopathol. 2007;35:568‐578. © 2007 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.
Cytologic features of müllerian papilloma of the cervix: Mimic of malignancy
Authors: Hollowell Monica L. , Goulart Robert A. , Gang David L. , Otis Christopher N. , Prior Jeffrey , Sachs Barry F. , Pantanowitz Liron
Published: August 2007

Müllerian papilloma is a rare benign tumor of the cervix and/or vagina that occurs predominantly in young children. The cytologic features of benign müllerian papilloma have never been described. We report for the first time, to our knowledge, the cytologic findings of a benign müllerian papilloma from the vaginal fluid specimen of a 15‐mo‐old girl using touch prep, ThinPrep™, and cell block preparations. The deceptive cytologic features of a cellular specimen with complex papillary fronds composed of overlapping and crowded small hyperchromatic cells, with a high nuclear:cytoplasmic ratio, and feathering in this case resembled a malignant neoplasm. The clinical findings and cytomorphology of a benign müllerian papilloma can mimic those of malignant lesions of the female lower genital tract such as sarcoma botryoides and adenocarcinoma. An awareness of this entity and its potential to mimic these more aggressive neoplasms is essential for accurate diagnosis and to avoid over‐treatment. Diagn. Cytopathol. 2007;35:607‐611. © 2007 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.
Concordance between thyroid nodule sizes measured by ultrasound and gross pathology examination: Effect on patient management
Authors: Salih Deveci M. , Deveci Güzin , LiVolsi Virginia A. , Gupta Prabodh K. , Baloch Zubair W.
Published: August 2007

Ultrasound examination (US) is an essential tool in the evaluation of thyroid nodules. The size determined by US is used to distinguish between clinical vs. nonclinical thyroid nodules i.e. greater than or equal to or less than 1 cm. In this study, we evaluated the concordance between the sizes of thyroid nodules measured by US and by gross examination after thyroidectomy. This study included 664 nodules that underwent fine‐needle aspiration (FNA) and subsequent excision in 621 patients; 580 had single and 41 patients had multiple (39 with 2, and 2 with 3 nodules) nodules. Both US and gross pathology measurements were taken in three dimensions. The nodule sizes as measured by US were stratified into five groups: A: ≤1.0 cm, B: 1.1–2.0 cm, C: 2.1–3.0 cm, D: 3.1–5.0 cm, and E: ≥5.1 cm. FNA diagnoses were categorized into: Benign (n = 59), Neoplastic / Indeterminate (n = 342), Suspicious (n = 123), Malignant (n = 106), and nondiagnostic (n = 34). Upon excision 278 (42%) nodules were classified as malignant and 386 (58%) as benign. In group A the concordance between US and excisional size was 78.5%, group B 56%, group C 34.5%, group D 40% and group E 52.5%. Only 14 (14/664 2%) nodules measured ≤1.0 cm by US, however, after thyroidectomy 105 (105/664 15.5%) measured ≤1.0 cm in size. Histological diagnoses of this group were benign 62 (58%), papillary microcarcinoma 39 (37%), medullary microcarcinoma 3 (3%) and follicular/Hurthle cell carcinoma 2 (2%) cases. In this study the concordance in benign or malignant nodules measured by US and surgical pathology examination is ≤50%, except in the ≤1.0 cm size range (78.5%). This may lead to an increase in the number of patients undergoing FNA and subsequent surgical excision. Diagn. Cytopathol. 2007;35:579‐583. © 2007 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.
Outcome of enzyme replacement therapy in patients with Gaucher disease type I. The Romanian experience
Authors: Sido P. Grigorescu , Drugan C. , Cret V. , Al‐Kzouz C. , Denes C. , Coldea C. , Zimmermann A.
Published: August 2007

Aim:

This study reports the first evaluation of therapeutic response in Romanian patients with Gaucher disease type I, after therapy with Cerezyme recently became available in our country.

Patients and methods:

24 patients (11–50 years) received Cerezyme 20–60 U/kg every two weeks for at least 18 months. Haemoglobin, platelet count, volume of the liver and spleen, plasma chitotriosidase and the severity score were assessed every 6 months; skeletal radiography and osteodensitometry were also monitored.

Results:

Eleven patients were splenectomized before start of therapy. Eight patients had anaemia (mean haemoglobin 9.4 g/dl) and 14 patients, of whom 13 were without splenectomy, had thrombocytopenia (mean 65 692/mm3). Haemoglobin values normalized after 6 months and the platelet count increased to 147 818/mm3 after 18 months of treatment. Splenomegaly improved (mean 13.8× to 5.6× normal), hepatomegaly improved (mean 1.4× to 1.06× normal), the severity score decreased (mean 15.9 to 8.4), plasma chitotriosidase levels showed a reduction from 40 956 to 11 266 nmol/h per ml plasma. Bone disease improved clinically in all patients; bone radiography and osteodensitometry showed no further disease progress. We observed a mean weight gain of 4.3 kg, an improvement in quality of life, and the absence of therapeutic adverse events.

Conclusions:

Enzyme replacement therapy administered for 18 months in Romanian patients with Gaucher disease type I led to a marked improvement in haematological parameters and hepato‐ and splenomegaly. In the majority of patients we observed no further progress of bone disease; for an improvement in skeletal disease, a longer treatment period is required.
Occurrence of more than one important source of ADPglucose linked to glycogen biosynthesis in Escherichia coli and Salmonella
Authors: Morán-Zorzano María T. , Alonso-Casajús Nora , Muñoz Francisco J. , Viale Alejandro M. , Baroja-Fernández Edurne , Eydallin Gustavo , Pozueta-Romero Javier
Published: August 2007

To explore the possible occurrence of sources, other than GlgC, of ADPglucose linked to bacterial glycogen biosynthesis we characterized Escherichia coli and Salmonella ΔglgCAP deletion mutants lacking the whole glycogen biosynthetic machinery. These mutants displayed the expected glycogen‐less phenotype but accumulated ADPglucose. Importantly, ΔglgCAP cells expressing the glycogen synthase encoding glgA gene accumulated glycogen. Protein chromatographic separation of crude extracts of ΔglgCAP mutants and subsequent activity measurement analyses revealed that these cells possess various proteins catalyzing the conversion of glucose‐1‐phosphate into ADPglucose. Collectively these findings show that enterobacteria possess more than one important source of ADPglucose linked to glycogen biosynthesis.
Human oncogene tissue‐specific expression level significantly correlates with sequence compositional features
Authors: Zhou Yan , Ma Bin-Guang , Zhang Hong-Yu
Published: August 2007

To explore whether there exist correlations between human gene expressions and corresponding sequence features, the expression levels for 81 oncogenes in 24 human tissues were collected and correlated with 159 sequence features. It was found that there do exist significant correlations between them, some of which are of significance to understanding translational selection on sequence features of human genes and some have important implications for diagnosing cancers.
Clinical Applications of Otoacoustic Emissions
Authors: Lonsbury‐Martin Brenda L. , Balkany Thomas , Telischi Fred F. , Martin Glen K.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the fundamental basis of the cochlear generation of otoacoustic emissions and to appreciate the clinical utility of the recognized types of otoacoustic emission.
Problems and Pitfalls of Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Authors: Stankiewicz James A.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To define problem areas in patient preparation and surgical technique in patients undergoing new or revision surgery and to understand how complications occur and how to manage them.
Rhinoplasty‐Functional and Aesthetic Surgery
Authors: Cook Ted A.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To appreciate more fully the necessary interaction between functional and aesthetic considerations in rhinoplasty surgery and to be more knowledgeable of functional structural needs in achieving conservative rhinoplasty surgery with the multiple approaches and techniques available to today's rhinoplasty surgeon.
Beta‐Blockers, Immunotherapy and Anaphylaxis
Authors: Boyd Edwyn L. , Wittich Donald J.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To identify the currently available beta‐blockers and know the effects of beta‐blockers on the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system and to be able to competently manage anaphylaxis in a patient taking oral or topical beta‐blockers.
The other Immune Deficiency—Immunoglobulin Disorders
Authors: Gage‐White Linda
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To know the normal physiology of the immunoglobulins, to recognize immune deficient and hyperimmune states, and to formulate a plan to deal with them.
BPPV and its Liberatory Maneuvre
Authors: Sémont Alain
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To perform the liberatory maneuver to cure BPPVs and to be able to deal with typical or difficult cases.
Evaluation of Management of Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis
Authors: Shindo Maisie L. , Woo Peak
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand relevant neuroanatomy and neurophysiology and therefore better identify etiology and pathophysiology of vocal cord paralysis and to systemically and logically evaluate and select appropriate treatment for patients with vocal cord paresis.
Conservation Surgery of the Larynx
Authors: Schechter Gary L. , Bailey Byron J.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the concepts behind conservation surgery, the methods of preoperative evaluation, and the methods of sophisticated reconstruction of the larynx after conservation surgical procedures.
Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy—How I Do It
Authors: Mehta Dinesh , Zeifer Barbara , Bhatt Nikhil
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To develop endoscopic skill of identifying normal anatomy, anatomic variations, and pathologic changes; to orient normal anatomy and pathologic changes on CT scan; and to duplicate various endoscopic surgical techniques on cadaver model, stress the importance of postoperative care, and comprehend the routes of iatrogenic complication.
Tumors and Surgery of the Parapharyngeal Space
Authors: Olsen Kerry D. , McCaffrey Thomas V.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the presentation and evaluation and various pathologic conditions involving the parapharyngeal space and to review the cervical‐parotid approach and cervical‐parotid approach with mandibulatomy as a means to remove tumors of the parapharyngeal space.
The Outstanding Ear: Combination Technique Otoplasty
Authors: Stambaugh Kweon I.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To learn the anatomic considerations in the outstanding ear deformity, to become familiar with several techniques to correct this deformity, and to become very familiar with the combination technique otoplasty (Farrior).
Introducing the IBM‐Compatible Computer
Authors: Clark Keith F. , Houck John R.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the purpose of simple word processing, database management, and spreadsheet tasks, and to use an IBM‐compatible keyboard.
Reading Between the Lines in Medical Journals
Authors: Rosenfeld Richard M.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To help journal readers, peer‐reviewers, and editors critically evaluate published and unpublished manuscripts.
Interdisciplinary Management of Surgical Parathyroid Disease
Authors: Pelliiteri Phillip K. , Monsaert Ronald
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To attain a clear understanding of parathyroid pathology as it relates to preoperative assessment and surgical decision making and to apply the concept of an interdisciplinary head and neck endocrine clinic to provide comprehensive care to patients with surgical parathyroid disease.
Osier Weber Rendu Syndrome: A Systemic Angiodysptasia
Authors: White Robert I. , Ross Douglas A. , Saunders William H.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To screen patients with epistaxis for life‐threatening brain and pulmonary complications associated with Osier Weber Rendu syndrome and to have further knowledge of genetics and family history necessary to advise and treat these patients.
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak of Temporal Bone Origin
Authors: Hoffman Ronald A.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To diagnose cerebrospinal fluid leak and to be knowledgeable regarding therapy.
Surgical Anatomy of the Larynx
Authors: Weinstein Gregory S. , Donald Paul
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To have an understanding of the three‐dimensional surgical anatomy of the larynx and to understand the surgical implications of normal and pathologic laryngeal anatomy.
Medical Impairment and Disability in Otolaryngology
Authors: Mather John H.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To explain the scope and variety of definitions, program characteristics of disability adjudicative schemes in the United States and abroad, and to respond to and provide pertinent medical information to the SSA for determinations of disability.
Understanding Disease‐Temporal Bone Histopathology
Authors: Sekhar H.K. Chandra , Lond Dlo
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To read light microscopic sections on anatomy and histopathology of temporal bone and to correlate histopathology with clinical presentation of select cases of ear disease.
Surgical Management of Tongue Cancer
Authors: Spiro Jeffrey D. , Spiro Ronald H.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the factors that are essential in successful surgical treatment of tongue cancer and to formulate a plan for surgical resection that incorporates those factors.
Oral Manifestations of Systemic Disease
Authors: Lawson William
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To recognize lesions of the oral cavity and to order appropriate diagnostic tests and select therapy.
Practice Management—Improve Patient Care and Reduce Overhead
Authors: Lee K.J.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To take better care of patients and to reduce overhead and be more cost‐effective.
Pediatric Cochlear Implant: Surgical and Rehabilitative Issues
Authors: Parisier Simon C. , Chute Patricia M. , Nevins Mary Ellen
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To select appropriate children for implantation and to counsel and recommend to parents considering cochlear implants the aspects of surgery, postoperative habilitation, and tuning.
Antimicrobial Therapy in Otolaryngology Part I: An Overview
Authors: Fairbanks David N.F.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the proper use and limitations of antibiotics and the emerging resistance patterns and to obtain better results with antibiotic therapy as a result of insights into different methods of prescribing antibiotics.
Special Techniques in Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Authors: Lanza Donald C. , Kennedy David W. , Stammberger Heinz , Stankiewicz James A.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To gain an improved understanding of sinus anatomy and of alternate surgical approaches for the management of DCR, orbital decompression, CSF leaks, encephaloceles, and optic nerve decompression.
Microvascular Free Flaps
Authors: Haughey Bruce H. , Walker J. Leslie , Beggs James C.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the indications for and against microvascular reconstruction and to grasp the technical and clinical indications of a successful outcome and the methodology of obtaining reimbursement.
Assessment and Management of Vertigo and Balance Disorders
Authors: Vitte Elizabeth , Sterkers O. , Sémont A.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To be aware and familiar with new devices to investigate inner ear, to know what vestibular rehabilitation is, and to choose the more appropriate surgery when needed.
Jet Ventilation Anesthesia for Microlaryngoscopy
Authors: Hunsaker Darrell H. , Zimmerman A. Andrew
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To teach the anesthesiologist to use the Mon‐Jet tube and automatic ventilator and to understand the physiology of jet ventilation.
Autoimmune Inner Ear Disease
Authors: Harris Jeffrey P. , Nelson Ralph
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To have a better understanding of the pathophysiology of inner ear immune‐mediated disease and the most efficacious diagnostic tests available and to gain knowledge about sensible and effective treatment plans, potential complications of therapy, and problem case management.
The Evaluation and Treatment of Snoring
Authors: Katsantonis George P.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the pathophysiology and significance of loud snoring and to have a clear and concise approach to evaluation and treatment of snoring.
Flaps and Grafts in Head and Neck Surgery: A 40‐Year Update
Authors: Sisson George A. , Panje William R. , Lerrick Andrew J.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the indications for traditional and current reconstructive techniques and to learn the step‐wise advances that led to one‐stage, vascularized tissue transfer.
Myringoplasty as an Office Procedure
Authors: Chiossone Edgar
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To select cases properly, to avoid complications, and to improve surgical skill.
Presentation Graphics Using an MS‐DOS Computer
Authors: Houck John R. , Clark Keith F. , Bates Evan
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand state‐of‐the‐art techniques for producing graphics materials for professional scientific publications and presentations, and to use a popular graphics program to produce graphics materials.
Introducing Otolaryngic Allergy—Testing the Water
Authors: Fornadley John A.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To determine whether otolaryngic allergy fits into an individual's practice and marketing strategies, to identify how to become fully credentialed as an otolaryngic allergist, and to operate a safe office allergy practice.
Antimicrobial Therapy‐Otolaryngology II—For the Consultant
Authors: Poole Michael D.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To evaluate the relative efficacy of the myriad newly released antibiotics and to prescribe antibiotics with greater appreciation of factors contributing to successful outcome and better patient care.
Epistaxis: What's Old, What's New, What Works?
Authors: Baron Barry C.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To know the history of epistaxis treatment and to be familiar with the available therapies for epistaxis and therefore be able to select the appropriate treatment for each case.
Communication Tips: A Practice Building Opportunity
Authors: Emmett John R.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To improve correspondence techniques with primary care physicians and referring physicians and to learn practice‐building techniques.
How to Dispense Hearing Aids—An Overview
Authors: Castanon Richard G. , Goldstein Jerod
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the evaluation process of the hearing impaired, the audiometric measurements required for the evaluation, and the application of these measurements and proper amplification.
Salivary Gland Cancers
Authors: Frankenthaler Robert A. , Callender David , Goepfert Helmuth
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To gain a broad knowledge of salivary gland neoplasms in adults and children and to discuss the management of major salivary gland tumors, the sequelae, and the pitfalls.
Challenging Disorders in Laryngology: Phenomenology and Management
Authors: Jahn Anthony F. , Keidar Anat
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To appreciate the general phenomena of somatization, conversion, and posturing disorders; to understand the symptoms, behavioral manifestations, psychometric and epidemiologic findings, and theories related to these problems; to recognize acoustic‐perceptual and visual attributes of conversion aphonia/dysphonia, and pitch/register disturbances resulting from functional malposturing of the phonatory mechanism; to implement criteria and guidelines for identification of symptoms; and to incorporate procedures and specific techniques for removal of symptoms and effective patient management.
Tympanoplasty 1995
Authors: Perkins Rodney
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To present practical and reliable techniques for surgical reconstruction of the tympanic membrane and ossicular chain and to emphasize an integrated system of surgical techniques that allows multiple reconstructive options to the surgeon within a cohesive reconstructive philosophy.
Rhinotomy Approaches to the Paranasal Sinuses and Anterior Skull Base
Authors: Lawson William , Reino Anthony J.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand and apply the three rhinotomy approaches for extirpation of benign and malignant diseases of the sinonasal cavity, skull base, and anterior cranial fossa.
How to Evaluate and Purchase Medical Billing Software
Authors: Kavanagh Kevin
Published: August 2007

Educational objective: To select medical billing software that best fits the user's needs.
Botulinum Toxin for Laryngeal Dystonia: A Practical Approach
Authors: Grillone Gregory A. , Saint‐Hilaire Marie
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand how to evaluate and diagnose laryngeal dystonia and understand the fundamental principles required to perform botulinum toxin injections in the office.
Congenital Auricular Atresia: A Team Approach
Authors: Linstrom Christopher J. , Romo Thomas , Mccormick Suzanne
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To evaluate and diagnose children and adults with microtia, to understand the management options for patients with microtia, and to be able to educate parents regarding these treatment options and to coordinate the care of these children.
Minimizing The Risk of Malpractice Suits
Authors: Siglock Timothy J. , Benecke James , Clauss Eliot R.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To improve all aspects of patient care and communication in ways that reduce the risk of malpractice suits and to eliminate from office and hospital practice conduct and behavior that invites patients to sue.
Diagnosis and Management of Non‐Allergic Rhinitis
Authors: Levine Howard L.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the pathophysiology of nonallergic rhinitis and medical management and surgical therapy for nonallergic rhinitis.
Immunology for the Practicing Otolaryngologist
Authors: Hadley James A. , Parker Michael J.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To become familiar with basic concepts of hypersensitivity reactions in human host and to relate clinical disease and use of pharmacotherapeutic regimens to control symptoms produced by allergic disorders.
MRI of the Temporal Bone and Cerebellopontine Angle
Authors: Fitzgerald Dennis C.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the applications of MRI scanning of the temporal bones, including infection, neoplasms, trauma, and autoimmune diseases; to evaluate more properly disorders of the temporal bone; and to better understand the role of gadolinium‐enhanced MRI scanning of the temporal bone and cerebellopontine angle.
Functional Neck Dissection
Authors: Gavilán Javier , Herranz Jesús , Gavilán César
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To describe the step‐by‐step surgical technique of functional neck dissection and to understand the rationale, indications, and results of functional neck dissection.
Facial Nerve Surgery
Authors: Pulec Jack L.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To select and recommend to patients specific surgical procedures for facial nerve problems and to accurately perform facial nerve surgery, depending on participants' basic level of surgical competence.
Management of Laryngeal Trauma
Authors: Shockley William W. , Weissler Mark C.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To become familiar with the signs and symptoms suggestive of laryngeal trauma and proceed with appropriate evaluation in a timely fashion, to become familiar with the principles in the treatment of laryngeal trauma, and to be knowledgeable about the multiple injuries that may be present and their surgical repair.
Medical‐Legal Assessment of Hearing Loss
Authors: Dobie Robert A.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the epidemiology of noise‐induced hearing loss (NIHL) and age‐related hearing loss (ARHL), including time course, interactions, and importance of occupational and nonoccupational exposure history; to use clinical and epidemiologic data and principles to diagnose NIHL and ARHL; and to estimate the relative contributions of each in individual cases.
What the Otolaryngologist Should Know About Hearing Aids
Authors: Goldenberg Robert A.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand concepts of evaluating, fitting and prescribing all types of hearing aids available and to advise patients realistically regarding the purchase and use of a hearing aid.
Life‐Threatening Infections of the Head and Neck
Authors: Adams George L. , Maisel Robert H.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To evaluate and treat complex head and neck infections, to recognize the need for immediate surgical intervention in head and neck infections, and to treat infections in immunocompromised patients.
Choanal Atresia: Historical Perspective and Surgical Management
Authors: Hengerer Arthur S.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the origin of this congenital problem and its treatment from historical perspective; to know the surgical techniques available to manage or correct the problem; and to know how to choose the correct surgical approach and fine points of surgery technique.
Advanced Techniques in Tympanoplasty
Authors: Wehrs Roger E.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To remove cholesteatoma and disease, preserve normal anatomy and reconstruct the ear to normal anatomy and function and to use the surgical approach to fit the disease, preserve and use the patient's tissue, and supplement with homografts or hydroxylapatite when necessary.
Fungal Sinusitis: A Spectrum of Disease
Authors: Ferguson Berrylin J.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To categorize fungal sinusitis along an immunologic spectrum and direct therapy on the basis of whether fungus is invasive, indolent, a mycetoma, saprophytic, or allergic fungal sinusitis (AFS) and to recognize clinical aspects of AFS and be aware of pitfalls in the diagnosis, including allergic mucin without fungus.
Taming the Statistical Shrew
Authors: Rosenfeld Richard M.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To provide a light‐hearted, entertaining reintroduction to an old shrew, called statistics, whom most of us left behind in medical school and hoped never to see again.
The Actor and Singer as Patients of the Laryngologist
Authors: von Leden Hans , Sataloff Robert T. , Riley William , Alessi David M.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To assist the singer and actor in a vocal emergency and to pattern surgical indications to the special problems of entertainers.
Fundamentals of Facial Rhytidoplasfy
Authors: Bernstein Leslie
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To select and evaluate candidates for various facial procedures, such as blepharoplasty, facelift, brow lift, liposuction, and skin peeling, and to improve surgical techniques, with regard to better results and the avoidance of complications.
A Practical Approach to Tumors of the Parapharyngeal Space
Authors: Gluckman Jack L.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To develop a practical approach to the diagnosis of these tumors and to be knowledgeable regarding the therapeutic options.
Hearing Aids II: Advanced Concepts
Authors: Nodar Richard H.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To have an overview of programmable hearing aids such as the ReSound, Phox, and Quattro and their applications and to understand real‐ear measurements and how they are used in assessing hearing aids.
Medialization Laryngoplasty and Arytenoid Adduction
Authors: Netterville James L. , Burkey Brian B.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To analyze the causes of glottal incompetence, including vocal cord paralysis, paresis, and senile bowing, and to perform surgery to correct the incompetency, including Silastic medialization, arytenoid adduction, and reinnervation.
Current Concepts in Pediatric Tympanoplasty
Authors: Donaldson John D. , MacDonald C. Bruce
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the indications, contraindications, risks, benefits, optimal timing, and informed consent issues for tympanoplasty in the pediatric population, particularly as these issues differ from those for adults; and to understand surgical options for dealing with perforation, atelectasis, ossicular problems, eustachian tube dysfunction, and mastoid disease in the pediatric patient.
Mentoplasty‐Mandibular Contouring
Authors: Glasgold Alvin I. , Glasgold Mark L.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To perform sophisticated mento‐plasty and to be familiar •with the new generation of chin and mandibular implants.
Understanding Basic Personal Finance Terminology
Authors: Rietz Robert , Maves Michael , Pevow Frederick , Tubergen L.B. , Quick Cedric
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the different types of financial investments and the risks associated with each type of investment.
Management of External Ear Canal Diseases
Authors: Lucente Frank E. , Parisier Simon C. , Kamerer Donald B. , Bojrab Dennis I. , Levenson Mark
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand rationale for management of infections and inflammations of the external auditory canal and to prescribe appropriate primary and secondary therapy for infections of the external auditory canal.
Endoscopic Ear Surgery
Authors: Poe Dennis S. , Telischi Fred F.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To explain the expanding uses of endoscopes for diagnostic and therapeutic use in the operating room and office and to understand the indications, applications, potential problems, risks, and future role of endoscopes in otologic and neurotologic service.
Modifications of Neck Dissections
Authors: Goepfert Helmut H. , Medina Jesus , Suen James Y.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the new classification for the different types of neck dissections, to understand the indications and contraindications, and to have a good idea of the technique for the different modifications of neck dissections.
Allergic Rhinitis: Manifestations and Response to Treatment
Authors: Naclerio Robert M. , Baroody Fuad M.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the contribution of allergic inflammation of the upper airway to diseases of the ears, paranasal sinuses, and lungs; to understand available and new treatments for allergic rhinitis, with their side effects and costs; and to formulate a comprehensive approach to the management of the allergic patient.
COMET Surgery for Sinus Disorders
Authors: Clemente M. Pais
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To teach the current indications and surgical techniques on COMET Surgery and to improve knowledge with the optical, ergonomic and surgical performances of the different optical instruments.
Otologic and Audiologic Evaluation of Hearing Loss in Infants
Authors: Madell Jane R. , Gravel Judith , Ruben Robert J.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To select medical and audiologic studies for infants and children with impaired hearing appropriately and to interpret test results and use test information for planning treatment appropriately.
The Advanced Concepts in ABR and Otoacoustic Emissions
Authors: Berlin Charles I.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To use and interpret a battery of new and powerful auditory electrophysiologic tests.
Surgical Management of Choanal Atresia
Authors: Richardson Mark A.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To diagnose, evaluate, and provide appropriate surgical correction for patients with choanal atresia.
Surgery for Hyperparathyroidism
Authors: Cohen Jason P. , Cho Hyun T.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To diagnose hyperparathyroidism and to understand how to perform a successful parathyroid exploration.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Accounts Receivable Ailments
Authors: Dorf Debra
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To monitor the effectiveness of the collection process and receivables management systems in their practices and to identify specific steps to improve the accounts receivable process.
Functional Voice Disorders/Muscle Tension Dysphonia
Authors: Slavit David H. , Leader Barbara
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To identify the various forms and etiologic factors of muscle‐tension dysphonia, to perform a comprehensive evaluation, and to understand the role of surgical and nonsurgical management.
Pathophysiology and Treatment of Benign Positional Vertigo
Authors: Parnes Lorne S.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand fully the basic physiologic principles underlying benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and to diagnose patients with BPPV, treat them with the particle‐ousting procedure, and understand the important steps of surgical treatment.
Genetics of Head and Neck Cancer: Advances in Molecular Research
Authors: Benninger Michael S. , Dyke Daniel Van , Bradford Carol , Carey Thomas
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To be familiar with cytogenetic and molecular data on early, advanced, recurrent metastatic head and neck cancers, and to understand common methodologies for genetic and molecular assessment including fluorescence in situ hybridization, microsatellite repeat polymorphisms, and polymerase chain reaction, as well as the role of human papilloma virus in squamous cell carcinoma (SCC).
The Unknown Primary
Authors: Shaha Askok R.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To evaluate, diagnose, and work up a patient with metastatic cancer in the neck with unknown primary and to learn treatment approaches, including surgery and postoperative radiation therapy, in the management of unknown primary.
Supracricoid Reconstructive Laryngectomy
Authors: Keser Riza , Desmireller Alp , Dursun Gursel
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To discuss the indications, limitations, and technique of SRL and the oncologic radicality and respiration, phonation, and deglutition functions after surgery.
Partial Vertical Laryngectomy: Its Variations
Authors: Olsen Kerry D.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To review the indications and treatment results of partial vertical laryngectomy for select T1 glottic cancer and to understand the three major surgical procedures performed for T1 glottic cancer via an open approach.
Routine Temporal Bone Imaging
Authors: Blakley Brian W.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To choose and analyze imaging studies of the temporal bone and skull base.
Ultrathin Endoscopy for Minimally Invasive Diagnosis and Therapy
Authors: Hope Juergen U. , Linnarz Marietta , Gundlach Peter
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To gain a deeper understanding of the basic principles and fields of applications of ultrathin endoscopy as a unique tool for minimally invasive diagnosis and therapy; to learn how to perform ultrathin endoscopy of the middle ear via the eustachian tube, how to inspect the paranasal sinuses atraumatically, and how to do sialendoscopy and laser lithotripsy of salivary stones.
Coronal Section CT Scan Anatomic and Clinical Correlation for ESS
Authors: Chow James M. , MaFee Mahmood F. , Friedman Michael
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To evaluate a coronal section CT scan for sinus disease and to describe anatomic correlates on a coronal section CT scan.
Management of Radiation Complications in Otolaryngology
Authors: Blair Elizabeth A. , Callender David L.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the range of potential side effects and complications related to radiotherapy of the head and neck, to perform a risk assessment of a patient undergoing head and neck radiotherapy, and to prevent or reduce the acute and chronic sequelae associated with treatment.
Anatomy of the Paranasal Sinuses for the Endoscopic Surgeon
Authors: Becker Stephen P.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the spatial relationships of the paranasal sinuses and lateral nasal wall, and to increase knowledge of the anatomic landmarks vital to the prevention of complications.
Free Oxygen Radical Biology and Otolaryngologic Disorders
Authors: Seidman Michael D. , Rybak Leonard P.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the involvement of FOR in otolaryngology, including noise‐induced hearing loss, cis‐platin ototoxicity, presbycusis, myocutaneous free flaps, neural injury, and aging, and to begin to develop a potential intervention for the damaging effects of FOR.
Modern Treatment—Anterior Floor of Mouth
Authors: Atkins Joseph P. , Keane William M. , Stofman Guy
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the anatomy and pathophysiology of the development of floor of mouth carcinoma and surgical approaches and reconstructive techniques used in treatment.
Laser Fluorescence Detection of Head and Neck Tumors
Authors: Pais‐Clemente M.
Published: August 2007

Educational objective: To introduce a new technique for early detection of head and neck tumors.
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery in the Pediatric Age Group
Authors: Manning Scott C. , Biavati Michael J. , Brown Orval E.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To explain the relative indications for pediatric sinus surgery and the controversies in decision making regarding the patient's selection, and to recognize the technical limitations involved in pediatric sinus surgery and be aware of recent advances in equipment in operative procedure.
Reconstruction of the Defect After Partial Laryngectomy
Authors: Woo Peak , Shapshay Stanley M.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To predict the extent and type of reconstruction after partial laryngectomy based on preoperative and operative endoscopy, and to learn different techniques for reconstruction of the hemilarynx.
Transtemporal Skull Base Surgery
Authors: Jackson C. Gary , Netterville James L.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To become familiar with diagnostic and operative management principles for lateral skull‐base disease and its ICE, emphasizing not only multi‐disciplinary tumor resection but functional outcome and to be familiar with concepts of defect reconstruction and cranial nerve rehabilitation that maximize postresection functional outcome.
CME Program for Primary Care Physicians: How I Do It
Authors: Turner Gary T. , Heath Gail
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To provide a format for hosting a CME program for primary care physicians and to be able to use the resources of the Academy in preparation for CME programs.
Diagnosis, Management and Treatment of Hereditary Hearing Loss—1995
Authors: White David W.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To evaluate patients with suspected hereditary hearing loss by creating a pedigree, doing appropriate work diagnostic studies and when possible create a treatment plan and to recognize specific syndromes to facilitate diagnosis.
Gastroesophageal Reflux in the Pediatric Patient
Authors: Bauman Nancy M. , Smith Richard J.H.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To consider the diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux in pediatric patients, particularly those with respiratory manifestations, and to confirm the diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux and institute appropriate management.
Basic Molecular Genetics for the Otolaryngologist
Authors: Lanser Michael , Lalwani Anil
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To acquire a broad understanding of molecular genetics and to understand the new molecular genetic techniques and their clinical application.
CQI: Beyond the Basics
Authors: Patow Carl A. , Benninger Michael
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand and use advanced techniques in teamwork, leadership, and analytical methods to improve quality and to recognize and apply advanced data display techniques such as Gant charts and flow charts in analyzing clinical processes.
Uncovering the Personal Computer
Authors: Stepnick David W. , Allphin Allan L.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand basic computer terminology (e.g., memory, viruses, multimedia) and to have a better understanding of computer needs and potential applications for the computer in a practice.
Language Evaluation: Pediatric Management and Outcome Measure in Pediatric ORL
Authors: Ruben Robert J.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand basic concepts of language and linguistic development and to learn to use a language‐ screening instrument—Early Language Milestone Scale (ELM)—as a management tool and as an outcome measure for children from 0 to 36 months of age.
Malignancies of the Temporal Bone: Evaluation and Management
Authors: Molony Timothy B.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To evaluate and manage carcinomas of the auricle, external auditory canal, middle ear, and temporal bone.
Improved Reimbursement in Your Practice
Authors: Eisenberg Lee D. , Campbell John
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the use of ICD and CPT codes, to learn to bill difficult cases, and to better understand why claims are denied and how to avoid these problems.
Is it a Normal Larynx? Spectrum of Normal Videolaryngoscopy
Authors: Kost Karen M. , Eibling David E.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To know variations of normal endoscopic anatomy and to recognize subtle anatomic and functional abnormalities.
Nasal Masses in Infancy and Childhood
Authors: Duncan Newton O. , Sulek Marcelle
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To provide an accurate differential diagnosis by means of examination and newer imaging techniques and to plan management, which includes newer surgical and endoscopic approaches for functional and aesthetic results.
Congenital Anomalies of the Neck
Authors: Karmody Collin S. , Halstead Lucinda A.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To grasp the fundamentals of the embryology of the neck and to recognize and understand the clinical presentation of the associated anomalies and formulate a practical approach to the management of anomalies of the neck, including diagnostic maneuvers and surgical techniques.
Outcomes Research in Otolaryngology
Authors: Piccirillo Jay F.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the historical development and goals of outcomes research and the methodologic differences among the three different types of outcomes research.
Sleep Apnea—Current Concepts
Authors: Koopmann Charles F.
Published: August 2007

Educational objective: To improve the knowledge of evaluation of apneic patients and nonsurgical and surgical therapeutic options for patients with sleep apnea.
Positron Emission Tomography in Head and Neck Oncology
Authors: McGuirt W. Frederick
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the principles and technique of positron emission tomography (PET) scanning and to know when PET scans will be beneficial in the evaluation of patietns with head and neck cancer.
Endoscopic Cricopharyngeal Myotomy and Staging
Authors: Lim Romeo Y. , Americo Peter K.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To comprehend swallowing and cricopharyngeal dysfunction and to apply endoscopic approach for Zenker's diverticulotomy and cricopharyngeal myotomy for cricopharyngeal dysfunction.
Television for the Otolaryngologist
Authors: Snyderman Nancy L. , Snyderman Carl H.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: Television is an important medium in modern medicine. This is particularly true for the otolaryngologist—head and neck surgeon. This course is designed for the physician who wishes to appear on local television or for anyone who wants to brush up on presentation skills needed before the camera. Learning how to use television to your advantage will be emphasized.
Chronic Ear Disease: Surgical Decisions and Techniques
Authors: Glasscock Michael E. , Jackson C. Gary
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To apply the basic principles of tympanoplasty and to integrate a spectrum of canal wall‐up and canal wall‐down formats into a system of surgical procedures for COM.
Revision Pediatric Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Authors: Lusk Rodney P. , Parsons David S. , Muntz Harlan R.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To identify the most frequent causes of failure in pediatric endoscopic sinus surgery and to understand the principles most important in preventing scarring and recurrent sinusitis.
Orbital Surgery for Head and Neck
Authors: Weisman Robert A. , Osguthorpe J. David
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To become familiar with conditions causing proptosis and nasolacrimal obstruction and with medical and surgical management of these problems.
The NIH Process: Demystifying the Black Box
Authors: Hannley Maureen
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To understand the grant application, review, and funding process and to know how to establish contact with NIH staff to seek advice and assistance.
Historical Vignettes in Otolaryngology‐Head and Neck Surgery
Authors: Cannon C. Ron , Goldstein Jerome C.
Published: August 2007

Educational objectives: To use the case histories presented as a teaching tool, which will be particularly useful for demonstrating the scope of our specialty to the nonotolaryngologist, and to provide a better understanding of the history of the American Academy of Otolaryngology‐Head and Neck Surgery.