Euclidean distances of laryngopharyngeal structures obtained from CT data for preclinical development of laryngoscopic devices
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DOI: 10.1007/s00276-019-02397-3
Abstract: Purpose This study aims to determine Euclidean distances between landmark structures in the larynx and pharynx to optimize endoscope shaft designs with regard to gentle and patient-oriented handling. Methods Four Euclidean distances between landmarks in… read more here.
Keywords: laryngopharyngeal structures; distance; pharyngeal wall; distances laryngopharyngeal ... See more keywords
A systematic review of different treatment strategies for the squamous cell carcinoma of the posterior pharyngeal wall
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DOI: 10.1007/s00405-020-05990-0
Abstract: Objective To perform a systematic review of the literature available about the posterior pharyngeal wall squamous cell carcinomas, with a special focus on oncologic outcomes. Methods A comprehensive research was performed on PubMed/MEDLINE, Google Scholar,… read more here.
Keywords: pharyngeal wall; systematic review; review; posterior pharyngeal ... See more keywords
The relationship between posterior pharyngeal wall thickness and swallowing function after radiation therapy
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DOI: 10.1080/00016489.2020.1752933
Abstract: Abstract Background: Dysphagia is a complication following radiation therapy (RT) for head and neck cancers (HNC). Radiologic findings of posterior pharyngeal wall thickening (PPWT) after RT has not been quantified and correlated to swallowing outcomes.… read more here.
Keywords: swallowing function; radiation therapy; pharyngeal wall; ppwt ... See more keywords
Assessment of Fat Fractions in the Tongue, Soft Palate, Pharyngeal Wall, and Parapharyngeal Fat Pad by the GOOSE and DIXON Methods
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DOI: 10.1097/rli.0000000000000899
Abstract: Objective The 2-point DIXON method is widely used to assess fat fractions (FFs) in magnetic resonance images (MRIs) of the tongue, pharyngeal wall, and surrounding tissues in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). However, the… read more here.
Keywords: pharyngeal wall; tongue soft; dixon; soft palate ... See more keywords