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A recent study conducted at Children's Hospital Philadelphia aimed to understand the relationship between the severity of hemifacial microsomia (HFM) and airway insufficiency in affected individuals. The researchers collected data on patient demographics, airway function, Kaban-Pruzansky (KP) grade, and Cormack-Lehane (CL) grade from HFM patients treated between 2000 and 2022. The study found that the KP grade predicted the mean number of airway-affecting procedures and difficult airway status, with the most severe airway complications observed in KP grade III patients. The researchers concluded that proper identification and preparation for a challenging airway is crucial in caring for patients with HFM due to the potential significant morbidity associated with airway compromise. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted at the University Hospital Center in Lisbon, Portugal, explores a new approach to treating severe cases of mandibular hypoplasia in individuals with Goldenhar syndrome. The study presents a sequential strategy involving soft-tissue, non-osteogenic distraction and microvascular bony reconstruction. The researchers designed a personalized distractor to expand the soft tissues while preserving temporomandibular joint (TMJ) function. The study concludes that this approach effectively addresses lower face soft-tissue and bone deficiency, while avoiding the transfer of poorly matched skin to the face. The research has been peer-reviewed and published in the Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital in Durban, South Africa, examined the anatomical differences in the mandible of patients with hemifacial microsomia (HFM). The study found significant differences in the linear and angular measurements of the mandible between the affected and contralateral sides, except for the mandibular body length (MBL). The severity of the deformities did not significantly affect the differences in measurements, and the age of the patients did not worsen the asymmetry. The researchers concluded that surgery for HFM patients should be postponed until they reach skeletal maturity. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Seoul National University have published a literature review on hemifacial microsomia, a condition characterized by the underdevelopment of the mandible and temporomandibular joint, resulting in various craniofacial abnormalities. The study emphasizes the importance of understanding the growth patterns and classification systems of hemifacial microsomia to determine appropriate treatment timing and methods. The OMENS system is currently the most comprehensive classification method, but it needs improvement to include malar/midface abnormalities and nerve involvement. The research concludes that understanding growth characteristics is crucial for developing effective treatment protocols and minimizing secondary anomalies in both adult and growing patients. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study published in the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery explores the use of extended temporomandibular joint replacements (eTMJR) in patients with hemifacial microsomia (HFM). The study surveyed surgeons who place alloplastic temporomandibular joint prostheses and found that a majority of respondents reported using eTMJR in HFM patients. The study concludes that eTMJR could be a viable option for managing this patient population, with good functional outcomes and few complications reported. This research provides valuable insights for healthcare professionals working with HFM patients. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery in Philadelphia explored visual attention in patients with hemifacial microsomia (HFM) before and after reconstructive surgery. The study used eye-tracking technology to record visual fixations in different areas of the face. The findings revealed that after surgery, participants demonstrated decreased visual attention to the mandible and chin, and increased visual attention to the forehead and orbit. This suggests that postoperative improvements in appearance may reduce attention to previously anomalous facial features. [Extracted from the article]

Bone Research, Facial Asymmetry, Health and Medicine, Surgery, Hemifacial Microsomia Keywords: Bone Research; Facial Asymmetry; Health and Medicine; Hemifacial Microsomia; Surgery EN Bone Research Facial Asymmetry Health and Medicine Hemifacial Microsomia Surgery 5973 5973 1 11/06/23 20231110 NES 231110 2023 NOV 10 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Research findings on hemifacial microsomia are discussed in a new report. [Extracted from the article]

According to the news editors, the research concluded: "There was a high correlation between bone and soft tissue hypoplasia at the retroauricular mastoid area, while the other evaluated areas showed poor correlation between skeletal and soft tissue asymmetries. Keywords: Bone Research; Facial Asymmetry; Health and Medicine; Hemifacial Microsomia EN Bone Research Facial Asymmetry Health and Medicine Hemifacial Microsomia 1480 1480 1 10/09/23 20231013 NES 231013 2023 OCT 13 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- New study results on hemifacial microsomia have been published. The purpose of this study was to assess soft tissue discrepancies in microtia patients with HFM and their correlation with skeletal discrepancies.". [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Beijing, People's Republic of China, Asia, Facial Asymmetry, Health and Medicine, Hemifacial Microsomia, Plastic Surgery Hospital. Keywords: Beijing; People's Republic of China; Asia; Facial Asymmetry; Health and Medicine; Hemifacial Microsomia EN Beijing People's Republic of China Asia Facial Asymmetry Health and Medicine Hemifacial Microsomia 3614 3614 1 09/19/23 20230922 NES 230922 2023 SEP 22 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Data detailed on Hemifacial Microsomia have been presented. [Extracted from the article]

Beijing, People's Republic of China, Asia, Facial Asymmetry, Health and Medicine, Hemifacial Microsomia Keywords: Beijing; People's Republic of China; Asia; Facial Asymmetry; Health and Medicine; Hemifacial Microsomia EN Beijing People's Republic of China Asia Facial Asymmetry Health and Medicine Hemifacial Microsomia 6998 6998 1 06/12/23 20230616 NES 230616 2023 JUN 16 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Investigators publish new report on Hemifacial Microsomia. Keywords for this news article include: Beijing, People's Republic of China, Asia, Facial Asymmetry, Health and Medicine, Hemifacial Microsomia, Peking Union Medical College. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Shanghai; People's Republic of China; Asia; Artificial Intelligence; Emerging Technologies; Facial Asymmetry; Health and Medicine; Hemifacial Microsomia; Machine Learning EN Shanghai People's Republic of China Asia Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technologies Facial Asymmetry Health and Medicine Hemifacial Microsomia Machine Learning 1899 1899 1 06/12/23 20230616 NES 230616 2023 JUN 16 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Fresh data on Artificial Intelligence are presented in a new report. Shanghai, People's Republic of China, Asia, Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, Facial Asymmetry, Health and Medicine, Hemifacial Microsomia, Machine Learning. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, People's Republic of China, Asia, Facial Asymmetry, Health and Medicine, Hemifacial Microsomia. Keywords: Facial Asymmetry; Health and Medicine; Hemifacial Microsomia EN Facial Asymmetry Health and Medicine Hemifacial Microsomia 5539 5539 1 06/05/23 20230609 NES 230609 2023 JUN 9 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Investigators publish new report on hemifacial microsomia. [Extracted from the article]

Health and Medicine, Hemifacial Microsomia, Facial Asymmetry, Orthodontics Keywords: Facial Asymmetry; Health and Medicine; Hemifacial Microsomia; Orthodontics EN Facial Asymmetry Health and Medicine Hemifacial Microsomia Orthodontics 4751 4751 1 03/24/23 20230224 NES 230224 2023 FEB 24 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Researchers detail new data in hemifacial microsomia. [Extracted from the article]