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Released: 23-Apr-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery in HIV-Positive Patients
Combined Otolaryngological Spring Meetings

Despite the significant advances in the treatment of patients with HIV and AIDS, there remains a prevalence of sinusitis in at least 65% of this patient group. A new study by otolaryngologist provides strong evidence that endoscopic sinus surgery alleviates the sinus disorder symptoms for HIV patients.

Released: 23-Apr-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Allergy Treatments Make a Difference, Study Finds
Combined Otolaryngological Spring Meetings

A study for the first time utilizes a validated survey instrument that measures allergy patients' quality of life and demonstrates the effectiveness of selected immunotherapy and dietary management for this serious medical condition.

Released: 23-Apr-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Adenotonsillectomy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Combined Otolaryngological Spring Meetings

Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome is a serious medical disorder that is normally associated with adults but can also strike children, often with more serious consequences. A new study reveals that removing a child's tonsils and adenoids can alleviate OSAS symptoms plus improve overall behavior.

Released: 23-Apr-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Children are At-Risk from Some Foods Served in Day-Care, Pre-School Lunch Programs
Combined Otolaryngological Spring Meetings

A new study reveals that meals served to young children outside the home can lead to choking and other breathing problems. Many parents do not realize that the food served to children at lunch at day-care centers may include items that could be hazardous, resulting in a choking injury.

Released: 23-Apr-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Rapid Hearing Loss, Side-Effect Pain-Killer
Combined Otolaryngological Spring Meetings

Otolaryngologists at the House Ear Clinic find that significant hearing loss is associated with abusing the hydocodone/acetampinophen product Vicodin(tm). Their study states hearing can be improved through the use of cochlear implants.

Released: 23-Apr-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Tympanostomy Tubes for Children with Otitis Media
Combined Otolaryngological Spring Meetings

A major study carried out by ear, nose, and throat specialists at 14 medical facilities has measured patient quality of life and parental satisfaction regarding the insertion of tympanostomy tubes. Their findings should satisfy the concerns of thousands of parents of young children anxious about the pain and suffering brought on by chronic otitis media with effusion.

Released: 23-Apr-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Desire for Cosmetic Facial Plastic Surgery, Personality Disorder
Combined Otolaryngological Spring Meetings

A new study suggests that a few patients who seek facial plastic surgery have a personality disorder. Surgery may benefit some of these patients, but others remain discontented and may seek legal recourse from their surgeon.

Released: 23-Apr-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Recovery from Bell's Palsy and Pregnancy
Combined Otolaryngological Spring Meetings

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine ear, nose, and throat specialists find that women afflicted with Bell's palsy who progress to a complete paralysis have significantly less satisfactory recovery than the non-pregnant population.

Released: 23-Apr-1999 12:00 AM EDT
When It Gets Too Hot, Get out of Pizza Kitchen
Combined Otolaryngological Spring Meetings

A new study reveals that many pizza bakers suffer from rhinitis, or inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane. The culprit? Those 500 degree ovens.

Released: 23-Apr-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Adenotonsillectomy Alleviates Upper Airway Obstruction
Combined Otolaryngological Spring Meetings

A new study by otolaryngologists provides strong evidence that a adenotonsillectomy is effective in reducing upper airway obstruction symptoms and enhances the quality of life for the young patient.


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