Impact of the COVID-pandemic on the incidence of tonsil surgery and sore throat in Germany
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DOI: 10.1007/s00405-022-07308-8
Abstract: To longitudinally evaluate the impact of the COVID-19-pandemic on the incidence of inpatient tonsil surgery and outpatient primary care of sore throat in Germany. A retrospective interrupted time-series analysis was conducted. The national database of… read more here.
Keywords: impact covid; sore throat; incidence; tonsil surgery ... See more keywords
Combined intraoperative paracetamol and preoperative dexamethasone reduces postoperative sore throat: a prospective randomized study
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DOI: 10.1007/s00540-017-2411-6
Abstract: PurposePostoperative sore throat (POST) after general anesthesia with endotracheal intubation is a common and undesirable complication. In this study, we evaluated the combined effects of paracetamol and dexamethasone on the prevention of POST in patients… read more here.
Keywords: sore throat; group; post; dexamethasone ... See more keywords
Use of point-of-care tests and antibiotic prescribing in sore throat and lower respiratory infections by general practitioners.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eimc.2019.02.005
Abstract: INTRODUCTION This study was aimed at assessing general practitioners' (GP) reliance on patient history, examination findings and the influence of the utilisation of point-of-care tests (POCT) in antibiotic prescribing for sore throat and lower respiratory… read more here.
Keywords: general practitioners; point care; sore throat; antibiotic prescribing ... See more keywords
Effects of Thermal Softening of Double-Lumen Endobronchial Tubes on the Prevention of Postoperative Sore Throat in Smokers: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
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DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2022.04.017
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Tracheal intubation-related complications, such as postoperative sore throat (POST), hoarseness, and vocal cords injuries, are not uncommon. It is well known that thermal softening of double-lumen endobronchial tubes (DLTs) has been used to prevent… read more here.
Keywords: sore throat; thermal softening; intubation; 129 129 ... See more keywords
Best management of patients with an acute sore throat – a critical analysis of current evidence and a consensus of experts from different countries and traditions
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DOI: 10.1080/23744235.2023.2191714
Abstract: Abstract Background There is a very large body of publications discussing the management of patients with an acute sore throat. Advocates for a restrictive antibiotic policy and advocates for a more liberal use of antibiotics… read more here.
Keywords: patients acute; sore throat; management; experts different ... See more keywords
Best management of patients with an acute sore throat - a critical analysis of current evidence and a consensus of experts from different countries and traditions: comments on acute sore throat guidelines.
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DOI: 10.1080/23744235.2023.2206478
Abstract: 1. In the context of a Centor score 3–4 (McIsaac 3–4 or FeverPain 3–5), the authors suggest that ‘patients should be assured of an adequate dose of paracetamol. If this is not done, fast-acting paracetamol… read more here.
Keywords: best management; patients acute; throat critical; sore throat ... See more keywords
To swab or not to swab? Using point-of-care tests to detect Group A Streptococcus infections as part of a Sore Throat Test and Treat service in community pharmacy
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DOI: 10.1093/jac/dkab470
Abstract: Abstract Background The community pharmacy-led Sore Throat Test and Treat (STTT) service in Wales allowed pharmacists to undertake a structured clinical assessment with FeverPAIN/Centor scores and a point-of-care test (POCT) for Group A Streptococcus (GAS)… read more here.
Keywords: poct; service; swab; community pharmacy ... See more keywords
Characteristics of the sore throat test and treat service in community pharmacies (STREP) in Wales: cross-sectional analysis of 11 304 consultations using anonymized electronic pharmacy records
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DOI: 10.1093/jac/dkac358
Abstract: Abstract Background An NHS-funded sore throat test and treat (STTT) service was introduced in selected community pharmacies in Wales. Service users were screened using FeverPAIN/Centor scores, offered rapid antigen detection testing (RADT) to detect group… read more here.
Keywords: test treat; service users; throat test; pharmacy ... See more keywords
Effects of bevel direction of endotracheal tube on the postoperative sore throat when performing fiberoptic‐guided tracheal intubation: A randomized controlled trial
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000030372
Abstract: Background: During fiberoptic-guided tracheal intubation, impingement between the distal tip of the endotracheal tube and the airway tissue can cause difficulties in tube insertion or tissue damage during the tube advancement over the bronchoscope. This… read more here.
Keywords: guided tracheal; fiberoptic guided; endotracheal tube; sore throat ... See more keywords
Effect of dexmedetomidine and remifentanil infusion on postoperative sore throat after lumbar spine surgery in the prone position
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000033506
Abstract: Background: A sore throat is an adverse postoperative consequence of tracheal intubation under general anesthesia. Recently, dexmedetomidine, an anesthetic adjuvant, has shown beneficial effects in postoperative sore throat (POST). Herein, we compared the effects of… read more here.
Keywords: remifentanil; dexmedetomidine remifentanil; surgery; sore throat ... See more keywords
Postoperative sore throat after laparoscopic surgery
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DOI: 10.1111/anae.15695
Abstract: We read with great interest the article by Cho et al. [1] reporting the effect of tracheal tube size on postoperative sore throat after laparoscopic surgery. They found smaller tracheal tubes reduced postoperative sore throat… read more here.
Keywords: sore throat; postoperative sore; pressure; cuff pressure ... See more keywords