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2. Microstructural and mechanical properties at the submicrometric length scale under service-like working conditions on ground WC-Co grades
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Riu, G., Monclús, M.A., Slawik, S., Cinca, N., Tarrés, E., Mücklich, F., Llanes, L., Molina-Aldareguia, J.M., Guitar, M.A., and Roa, J.J.
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- 2023
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3. 2SPD-002 Evaluation of the effectiveness and related cost of oncology drugs used in special situations, in a third-level university hospital
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Lizondo, T, primary, Carcelero, E, additional, Sotoca, JM, additional, Monge, I, additional, Riu, G, additional, Carro, I, additional, Torrent, A, additional, Pineda, E, additional, Albanell, M, additional, and Soy, D, additional
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- 2024
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4. Prevalence of olfactory dysfunction in D614G, alpha, delta and omicron waves: a psychophysical case-control study
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Vaira, L.A., primary, Lechien, J.R., additional, Deiana, G., additional, Salzano, G., additional, Maglitto, F., additional, Piombino, P., additional, Mazzatenta, A., additional, Boscolo-Rizzo, P., additional, Hopkins, C., additional, and De Riu, G., additional
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- 2022
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5. 352P Mutations of SMAD4 and FBXW7 predict poor outcome in TP53-driven metastatic colorectal cancer
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Lahoz, S., primary, Rodriguez Hernandez, A., additional, Fernandez-Mañas, L., additional, Gorria, T., additional, Zambrano, R.M., additional, Esposito, F.M., additional, Sauri Nadal, T., additional, Pesantez Coronel, D.S., additional, Riu, G., additional, Cuatrecasas, M., additional, Jares, P., additional, Pedrosa, L., additional, Pineda, E., additional, Postigo, A., additional, Castells, A., additional, Prat, A., additional, Maurel, J., additional, and Camps, J., additional
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- 2022
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6. CN91 Toxicities in breast cancer patients undergoing neoadjuvant immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy: Insights from a nurse practitioner perspective
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Garcia, A.B. Rodriguez, Torralba, Y., Walbaum, B., Solis, E. Segui, Saez, O. Martinez, Bartolome, N., Alatamirano, M., Carcelero, E., Riu, G., Schettini, F., García-Fructuoso, I., Bravo, R. Gómez, Rivera, P.R., Pascual, T., Adamo, B., Losada, M.J. Vidal, Munoz, M., Prat, A., and Domenech, A.
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- 2024
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7. 4CPS-006 Evaluation study of the change in administration timing of fixed combination: netupitant and palonosetron in oncohaematologic patients with high doses of carboplatin
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Albanell, M, primary, Riu, G, additional, Monge, I, additional, Rodríguez, MC, additional, Pérez, Á, additional, Corominas, ML, additional, Escola, A, additional, Arranz, N, additional, Joan Ramon, R, additional, Soy, D, additional, and Carcelero, E, additional
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- 2022
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8. 184P Association of tumor-associated neutrophils (TAN) with immunotherapy outcomes in patients in advanced non-small cell lung cancer
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Gorría Puga, T., primary, Teixidó, C., additional, Auclin, E., additional, Gataa, I., additional, Nalda, I., additional, Reyes, R., additional, Rodriguez, A., additional, Riudavets Melia, M., additional, Aldea, M., additional, Seguí, E., additional, Riu, G., additional, Arcocha, A., additional, Prat, A., additional, Viñolas, N., additional, Planchard, D., additional, Martinez, D., additional, Reguart, N., additional, Adam, J., additional, Besse, B., additional, and Mezquita, L., additional
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- 2021
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9. EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS AND RELATED COST OF ONCOLOGY DRUGS USED IN SPECIAL SITUATIONS, IN A THIRD-LEVEL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.
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Lizondo, T., Carcelero, E., Sotoca, J. M., Monge, I., Riu, G., Carro, I., Torrent, A., Pineda, E., Albanell, M., and Soy, D.
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- 2024
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10. Prevalence of olfactory dysfunction in D614G, alpha, delta and omicron waves: a psychophysical case-control study
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L A, Vaira, J R, Lechien, G, Deiana, G, Salzano, F, Maglitto, P, Piombino, A, Mazzatenta, P, Boscolo-Rizzo, C, Hopkins, G, De Riu, Vaira, L A, Lechien, J R, Deiana, G, Salzano, G, Maglitto, F, Piombino, P, Mazzatenta, A, Boscolo-Rizzo, Paolo, Hopkins, C, and De Riu, G
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Delta variant ,SARS-CoV-2 ,coronavirus ,COVID-19 ,Maxillofacial surgery ,olfactory function ,General Medicine ,Omicron variant ,D614G ,olfactory dysfunction ,coronaviru ,taste ,Otorhinolaryngology ,Alpha variant ,smell ,taste dysfunction ,anosmia ,ageusia ,variant of concern - Abstract
Background: The purpose of this study was to compare the prevalence of olfactory dysfunction (OD) at different stages of the COVID-19 pandemic by evaluating subjects diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 infection during the Omicron wave with psychophysical tests and comparing the results with those obtained from patients infected during the D614G, Alpha and Delta waves and with those of a control group. Methodology: The study included adult patients diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 infection. Depending on the time of diagnosis, the subjects were divided into four study groups: D614G; Alpha, Delta and Omicron variant groups. A group of uninfected individuals was used as control. All subjects underwent psychophysical evaluation of the olfactory function with the Connecticut Chemosensory Clinical Research Center olfactory test (D614G and Alpha groups) or the extended version of the Sniffin'Sticks test (Delta, Omicron and control groups). Results: 372 cases (134 D614G group, 118 Alpha group, 32 in Delta group and 88 Omicron group) were recruited and evaluated within 10 days of infection, alongside 80 controls. Patients self-reported olfactory loss in 72.4% of cases in the D614G group, in 75.4% of cases in the Alpha group, in 65.6% of cases in the Delta group and in 18.1% in the Omicron group. Psychophysical evaluation revealed a prevalence of OD: 80.6%, 83.0%, 65.6% and 36.3% in the D614G, Alpha, Delta and Omicron group respectively. The differences between the D614G, Alpha and Delta groups were not statistically significant. The Omicron group demonstrated a significantly lower prevalence of OD than the other variants but still significantly higher than the controls. Conclusions: During the Omicron wave OD was less prevalent than during the D614G, Alpha and Delta periods. One-third of patients have reduced olfactory function on psychophysical evaluation during the Omicron wave. Our results should be considered with caution as the VOC has not been determined with certainty.
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11. Management of Orbital Floor Fractures: Our Experience in 10 Years
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Pasquale Piombino, Stefania Troise, Fabio Maglitto, Simona Barone, Lorenzo Sani, Umberto Committeri, Giovanna Norino, Paola Bonavolontà, Giovanni Salzano, Luigi Angelo Vaira, Giacomo De Riu, Luigi Califano, Piombino, P., Troise, S., Maglitto, F., Barone, S., Sani, L., Committeri, U., Norino, G., Bonavolonta, P., Salzano, G., Vaira, L. A., De Riu, G., and Califano, L.
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Orbital floor Fractures are the most common fractures involving the facial skeleton and usually occurs after traumatic events. The reconstruction of the orbital floor can be performed with different biocompatible materials. The aim of our retrospective study is to analyze the short- and long-term outcomes of surgically treated patients based on the material used to repair the orbital floor.We enrolled 146 patients hospitalized for orbital floor fractures in the Maxillofacial Surgery Unit of the Federico II University of Naples from 1 to 2010 to July 2020. All the fractured orbital floors were reconstructed with non-resorbable (Titanium Mesh, SynPor, SuPor and MedPor implants) or resorbable (collagen membrane, bovinum pericardium membrane, autologous bone graft) materials.We utilized non-resorbable materials in 56% (82 cases) and resorbable implants in 44% (64 cases). An improvement of the preoperative symptomatology and an aesthetical good outcome was achieved in most cases.Data obtained supports that both resorbable and non-resorbable materials for orbital floor reconstruction are a safe and effective alternatives and offer satisfactory results in functional and aesthetic evaluations.
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- 2022
12. In Response to Smell and Taste Loss in COVID‐19 After Complete Vaccination: Correspondence
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Luigi Angelo Vaira, Andrea De Vito, Jerome R. Lechien, Carlos Miguel Chiesa‐Estomba, Miguel Mayo‐Yàñez, Christian Calvo‐Henrìquez, Paolo Boscolo‐Rizzo, Claire Hopkins, Giacomo De Riu, Vaira, L. A., De Vito, A., Lechien, J. R., Chiesa-Estomba, C. M., Mayo-Yanez, M., Calvo-Henriquez, C., Boscolo Rizzo, P., Hopkins, C., and De Riu, G.
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- 2021
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13. Epidemiological analysis of the facial fractures pattern in relation to motorcycle helmet type: A retrospective study on 282 patients.
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Troise S, Carraturo E, Committeri U, Barone S, Norino G, De Riu G, Vaira LA, Abbate V, Mariniello D, Califano L, and Piombino P
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- Humans, Retrospective Studies, Male, Female, Adult, Middle Aged, Adolescent, Young Adult, Aged, Mandibular Fractures epidemiology, Maxillofacial Injuries epidemiology, Head Protective Devices statistics & numerical data, Motorcycles, Accidents, Traffic statistics & numerical data, Skull Fractures epidemiology, Facial Bones injuries
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Most maxillofacial traumas are caused by road traffic collisions and, in particular, by motorcycle accidents. Helmets represent an efficient protective tool in these traumas but they do not provide complete protection. The aim of this study was to perform an epidemiological analysis of facial fractures pattern in relation to the helmet type worn during the accident. The study was a retrospective analysis of 282 patients with a diagnosis of maxillofacial fracture caused by a motorcycle accident. The patients were divided in three groups based on helmet type (Group A: full-face helmet; Group B: modular [half-face] helmet; Group C: open-face helmet). For each group, fractures type and trauma severity, using the Comprehensive Facial Injury (CFI) scale, were recorded. Results showed that isolated midface fractures were strongly related to full-face helmet wearing (p < 0.001), while mandibular fractures and panfacial trauma/combined fractures were negatively correlated (p < 0.001). Mandibular fractures (p < 0.001) and panfacial trauma/combined fractures (p < 0.001) were strongly related to open helmet. Moreover, severe trauma (CFI 8.16) was recorded for open-face helmet wearing. In conclusion, full-face helmet wearing reduced the risk of facial fracture, in particular panfacial trauma/combined fractures, while open-face helmet wearing increased the risk of these fractures., Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest The authors declare no conflicts of interest., (Copyright © 2024 European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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14. In Reference to Impact of Nutritional Status on COVID-19-Induced Olfactory Dysfunction.
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Vaira LA, De Riu G, Maniaci A, Mayo-Yáñez M, Saibene AM, Chiesa-Estomba CM, and Lechien JR
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- Humans, SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19 complications, Olfaction Disorders etiology, Olfaction Disorders virology, Nutritional Status
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15. Validation of the Quality Analysis of Medical Artificial Intelligence (QAMAI) tool: a new tool to assess the quality of health information provided by AI platforms.
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Vaira LA, Lechien JR, Abbate V, Allevi F, Audino G, Beltramini GA, Bergonzani M, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Califano G, Cammaroto G, Chiesa-Estomba CM, Committeri U, Crimi S, Curran NR, di Bello F, di Stadio A, Frosolini A, Gabriele G, Gengler IM, Lonardi F, Maglitto F, Mayo-Yáñez M, Petrocelli M, Pucci R, Saibene AM, Saponaro G, Tel A, Trabalzini F, Trecca EMC, Vellone V, Salzano G, and De Riu G
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- Humans, Reproducibility of Results, Surveys and Questionnaires, Artificial Intelligence
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Background: The widespread diffusion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms is revolutionizing how health-related information is disseminated, thereby highlighting the need for tools to evaluate the quality of such information. This study aimed to propose and validate the Quality Assessment of Medical Artificial Intelligence (QAMAI), a tool specifically designed to assess the quality of health information provided by AI platforms., Methods: The QAMAI tool has been developed by a panel of experts following guidelines for the development of new questionnaires. A total of 30 responses from ChatGPT4, addressing patient queries, theoretical questions, and clinical head and neck surgery scenarios were assessed by 27 reviewers from 25 academic centers worldwide. Construct validity, internal consistency, inter-rater and test-retest reliability were assessed to validate the tool., Results: The validation was conducted on the basis of 792 assessments for the 30 responses given by ChatGPT4. The results of the exploratory factor analysis revealed a unidimensional structure of the QAMAI with a single factor comprising all the items that explained 51.1% of the variance with factor loadings ranging from 0.449 to 0.856. Overall internal consistency was high (Cronbach's alpha = 0.837). The Interclass Correlation Coefficient was 0.983 (95% CI 0.973-0.991; F (29,542) = 68.3; p < 0.001), indicating excellent reliability. Test-retest reliability analysis revealed a moderate-to-strong correlation with a Pearson's coefficient of 0.876 (95% CI 0.859-0.891; p < 0.001)., Conclusions: The QAMAI tool demonstrated significant reliability and validity in assessing the quality of health information provided by AI platforms. Such a tool might become particularly important/useful for physicians as patients increasingly seek medical information on AI platforms., (© 2024. The Author(s).)
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16. Evaluating AI-Generated informed consent documents in oral surgery: A comparative study of ChatGPT-4, Bard gemini advanced, and human-written consents.
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Vaira LA, Lechien JR, Maniaci A, Tanda G, Abbate V, Allevi F, Arena A, Beltramini GA, Bergonzani M, Bolzoni AR, Crimi S, Frosolini A, Gabriele G, Maglitto F, Mayo-Yáñez M, Orrù L, Petrocelli M, Pucci R, Saibene AM, Troise S, Tel A, Vellone V, Chiesa-Estomba CM, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Salzano G, and De Riu G
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This study evaluates the quality and readability of informed consent documents generated by AI platforms ChatGPT-4 and Bard Gemini Advanced compared to those written by a first-year oral surgery resident for common oral surgery procedures. The evaluation, conducted by 18 experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeons, assessed consents for accuracy, completeness, readability, and overall quality. ChatGPT-4 consistently outperformed both Bard and human-written consents. ChatGPT-4 consents had a median accuracy score of 4 [IQR 4-4], compared to Bard's 3 [IQR 3-4] and human's 4 [IQR 3-4]. Completeness scores were higher for ChatGPT-4 (4 [IQR 4-5]) than Bard (3 [IQR 3-4]) and human (4 [IQR 3-4]). Readability was also superior for ChatGPT-4, with a median score of 4 [IQR 4-5] compared to Bard and human consents, both at 4 [IQR 4-4] and 4 [IQR 3-4], respectively. The Gunning Fog Index for ChatGPT-4 was 17.2 [IQR 16.5-18.2], better than Bard's 23.1 [IQR 20.5-24.7] and the human consents' 20 [IQR 19.2-20.9]. Overall, ChatGPT-4's consents received the highest quality ratings, underscoring AI's potential in enhancing patient communication and the informed consent process. The study suggests AI can reduce misinformation risks and improve patient understanding, but continuous evaluation, oversight, and patient feedback integration are crucial to ensure the effectiveness and appropriateness of AI-generated content in clinical practice., Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest All authors report no conflict of interest., (Copyright © 2024 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd.. All rights reserved.)
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17. Safety and efficacy of G-CSF after allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation using post-transplant cyclophosphamide: clinical and in vitro examination of endothelial activation.
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Escribano-Serrat S, Pedraza A, Suárez-Lledó M, Charry P, De Moner B, Martinez-Sanchez J, Ramos A, Ventosa-Capell H, Moreno C, Guardia L, Monge-Escartín I, Riu G, Carcelero E, Cid J, Lozano M, Gómez P, García E, Martín L, Carreras E, Fernández-Avilés F, Martínez C, Rovira M, Salas MQ, and Díaz-Ricart M
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- Humans, Female, Middle Aged, Male, Adult, Aged, Allografts, Transplantation, Homologous methods, Transplantation Conditioning methods, Transplantation Conditioning adverse effects, Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation methods, Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation adverse effects, Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor pharmacology, Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor therapeutic use, Cyclophosphamide therapeutic use, Cyclophosphamide pharmacology
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Since 2021 the use of G-CSF was implemented in allo-HCT with PTCY-based prophylaxis with the aim of shortening the aplastic phase and reducing infectious complications. This study investigates the effectiveness of this change in protocol performed at our institution. One-hundred forty-six adults undergoing allo-HCT with PTCY-based prophylaxis were included, and among them, 58 (40%) received G-CSF. The median of days to neutrophil engraftment was shorter in the G-CSF group (15 vs. 20 days, p < 0.001). Patients receiving G-CSF had a lower incidence of day +30 bacterial bloodstream infections (BSI) than the rest (20.7% vs. 47.7%, p < 0.001). GVHD, SOS, and TA-TMA incidences were comparable between groups, and using G-CSF did not impact on survival. Endothelial activation was investigated using EASIX and by the measurement of soluble biomarkers in cryopreserved plasma samples obtained on days 0, +7, +14 and +21 of 39 consecutive patients (10 received G-CSF) included in the study. EASIX, VWF:Ag, sVCAM-1, sTNFRI, ST2, REG3α, TM and NETs medians values were comparable in patients receiving G-CSF and those who did not. Compared with allo-HCT performed without G-CSF, the addition of G-CSF to PTCY-based allo-HCT accelerated neutrophil engraftment contributing on decreasing BSI incidence, and without inducing additional endothelial activation., (© 2024. The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer Nature Limited.)
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18. Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia with NPM1 mutation or acute myeloid leukemia?
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Castaño-Díez S, Álamo JR, López-Guerra M, Gómez-Hernando M, Zugasti I, Jiménez-Vicente C, Guijarro F, López-Oreja I, Esteban D, Charry P, Torrecillas V, Mont-de Torres L, Cortés-Bullich A, Bataller Á, Guardia A, Munárriz D, Carcelero E, Riu G, Triguero A, Tovar N, Vela D, Beà S, Costa D, Colomer D, Rozman M, Esteve J, and Díaz-Beyá M
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The 2022 WHO revision and the ICC classification have recently modified the diagnostic criteria for chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML) and acute myeloid leukemia. However, there is no consensus on whether CMML with NPM1 mutation (NPM1mut) should be diagnosed as AML. Nowadays, it is a subject of discussion because of its diagnostic and therapeutic implications. Therefore, we describe a case of a patient diagnosed with CMML NPM1mut and briefly review the literature to highlight the uncertainty about how to classify a CMML with NPM1 mutation. We emphasize the importance of a comprehensive molecular study, which is crucial to optimize the individualized treatment of patients, enabling them to access targeted therapies., (© The Author(s) 2024. Published by Oxford University Press.)
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19. The Impact of Standing Electric Scooters on Maxillofacial Fractures: An Italian Multi-Centric Epidemiological Study.
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Salzano G, Maffia F, Vaira LA, Fusco R, Albanese M, Crimi S, Cucurullo M, Maglitto F, Maugeri C, Petrocelli M, Pitino F, Priore P, Roccia F, Tel A, Baietti AM, Bianchi A, Biglioli F, Copelli C, De Riu G, Nocini PF, Ramieri G, Robiony M, Valentini V, and Califano L
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Objectives : This study aimed to determine the impact of standing electric scooters on maxillofacial on the Italian territory. Methods : The authors analyzed the epidemiology of the injuries to define electric mobility's impact on maxillofacial surgery practice. For this retrospective cohort study, data were collected by unifying the standing e-scooter-related fractures database from 10 Italian maxillofacial surgery departments. The reference period considered was from January 2020 to December 2023. The main data considered included age, gender, type of access, time slot of admission, type of admission, alcohol level, helmet use, dynamics of the accident, and area of the fracture. Results : A total of 79 patients were enrolled. The average age of the participants was approximately 31 years. The blood alcohol level was found to be above the Italian norm in 15 cases (19%). Only one patient wore a helmet. The most affected facial third was the middle one with 36 cases (45.5%), followed by the lower one (31, 39.3%). The most recurrent patterns were fractures of the orbito-malar-zygomatic complex (15, 19%), followed by multifocal (bifocal, trifocal) fractures of the mandible (14, 17.5%). Conclusions : This study demonstrated how maxillofacial fractures related to the use of electric scooters are associated with complex patterns, associated with a high rate of post-surgical aftermaths.
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20. Full-arch rehabilitation of severely atrophic maxilla with additively manufactured custom-made subperiosteal implants: A multicenter retrospective study.
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Vaira LA, Biglio A, Roy M, Salzano G, Troise S, Abbate V, Mayo-Yanez M, Lechien JR, Piombino P, and De Riu G
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- Humans, Retrospective Studies, Female, Male, Middle Aged, Aged, Adult, Dental Prosthesis Design, Dental Implantation, Endosseous methods, Treatment Outcome, Maxilla surgery, Atrophy, Dental Implants
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The aim of this retrospective study was to analyze a series of patients who underwent full-arch rehabilitation of the atrophic maxilla using additively manufactured subperiosteal implants, between August 2018 and January 2023, at the Universities of Sassari and Poznan. In total, 36 patients and 72 implants were included, with no implants lost during follow-up, and a success rate of 90.3%. Seven (9.7%) of the implants showed class 1 exposure. Bleeding on probing was detected in 10.4% of the abutments at 6 months, 7.9% at 1 year, 10% at 2 years, 7% at 3 years, and 11.4% at 4 years. No significant bone resorption under the abutments was detected during the whole observation period. Based on the findings from this study, additively manufactured subperiosteal implants could represent a safe and reliable technique for full-arch rehabilitation in patients with severe maxillary atrophy., (Copyright © 2024 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd.. All rights reserved.)
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21. Additively manufactured custom-made subperiosteal implant rehabilitation for severely atrophic maxillary molar area: A technical note.
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Vaira LA, Biglio A, Salzano G, Lechien JR, and De Riu G
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- Humans, Dental Implants, Female, Atrophy, Dental Prosthesis Design, Dental Implantation, Endosseous methods, Middle Aged, Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported methods, Jaw, Edentulous rehabilitation, Jaw, Edentulous surgery, Maxilla surgery, Maxilla pathology, Molar surgery, Molar pathology
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Implant-prosthetic rehabilitations of severely atrophic posterior maxillary sectors currently is challenging, often requiring multiple surgeries and long rehabilitation times. Recently, graftless techniques (e.g. zygomatic, pterygoid and nasal implants) have gained popularity as they offer a reduction in rehabilitation time, aligning more closely with patient preferences but may not be feasible for sectorial rehabilitations. Subperiosteal implants, suggested for full-arch rehabilitations of atrophic maxilla, haven't been explored for sectorial rehabilitations. In this report we present the case of a patient with maxillary molar edentulism, rehabilitated with a subperiosteal implant., Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper., (Copyright © 2024 Elsevier Masson SAS. All rights reserved.)
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22. Changes in hospital admissions for facial fractures during and after COVID 19 pandemic: national multicentric epidemiological analysis on 2938 patients.
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Petrocelli M, Ruggiero F, Allegri D, Cutrupi S, Baietti AM, Salzano G, Maglitto F, Manfuso A, Copelli C, Barca I, Cristofaro MG, Galvano F, Loche VP, Gemini P, Tewfik K, Burlini D, Bernardi M, Bianchi FA, Catanzaro S, Ascani G, Consorti G, Balercia P, Braconi A, Scozzaro C, Catalfamo L, De Rinaldis D, De Ponte FS, Tarabbia F, Biglioli F, Giovacchini F, Tullio A, Cama A, Di Emidio P, Ferrari S, Perlangeli G, Rossi MB, Biglio A, De Riu G, Califano L, and Vaira LA
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- Humans, Italy epidemiology, Male, Female, Retrospective Studies, Middle Aged, Adult, Aged, Adolescent, Young Adult, Facial Bones injuries, Aged, 80 and over, Child, SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19 epidemiology, Skull Fractures epidemiology, Skull Fractures surgery, Pandemics, Hospitalization statistics & numerical data
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Purpose: The objective of this multicenter study was to examine the differences in maxillo-facial fractures epidemiology across the various phases of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic., Methods: This is a retrospective study on patients who underwent surgery for facial bone fractures in 18 maxillo-facial surgery departments in Italy, spanning from June 23, 2019, to February 23, 2022. Based on the admission date, the data were classified into four chronological periods reflecting distinct periods of restrictions in Italy: pre-pandemic, first wave, partial restrictions, and post-pandemic. Epidemiological differences across the groups were analysed., Results: The study included 2938 patients. A statistically significant difference in hospitalization causes was detected between the pre-pandemic and first wave groups (p = 0.005) and between the pre-pandemic and partial restriction groups (p = 0.002). The differences between the pre- and post-pandemic groups were instead not significant (p = 0.106). Compared to the pre-pandemic period, the number of patients of African origin was significantly higher during the first wave and the post-pandemic period. No statistically significant differences were found across the periods concerning gender, age, fracture type, treatment approach, and hospital stay duration CONCLUSIONS: The COVID-19 pandemic brought about significant changes in fracture epidemiology, influenced by the restrictive measures enforced by the government in Italy. Upon the pandemic's conclusion, the fracture epidemiology returned to the patterns observed in the pre-pandemic period., (© 2023. The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer-Verlag GmbH Germany, part of Springer Nature.)
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23. Accuracy of ChatGPT-Generated Information on Head and Neck and Oromaxillofacial Surgery: A Multicenter Collaborative Analysis.
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Vaira LA, Lechien JR, Abbate V, Allevi F, Audino G, Beltramini GA, Bergonzani M, Bolzoni A, Committeri U, Crimi S, Gabriele G, Lonardi F, Maglitto F, Petrocelli M, Pucci R, Saponaro G, Tel A, Vellone V, Chiesa-Estomba CM, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Salzano G, and De Riu G
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- Humans, Italy, Surveys and Questionnaires, Otorhinolaryngologic Surgical Procedures, Artificial Intelligence
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Objective: To investigate the accuracy of Chat-Based Generative Pre-trained Transformer (ChatGPT) in answering questions and solving clinical scenarios of head and neck surgery., Study Design: Observational and valuative study., Setting: Eighteen surgeons from 14 Italian head and neck surgery units., Methods: A total of 144 clinical questions encompassing different subspecialities of head and neck surgery and 15 comprehensive clinical scenarios were developed. Questions and scenarios were inputted into ChatGPT4, and the resulting answers were evaluated by the researchers using accuracy (range 1-6), completeness (range 1-3), and references' quality Likert scales., Results: The overall median score of open-ended questions was 6 (interquartile range[IQR]: 5-6) for accuracy and 3 (IQR: 2-3) for completeness. Overall, the reviewers rated the answer as entirely or nearly entirely correct in 87.2% of cases and as comprehensive and covering all aspects of the question in 73% of cases. The artificial intelligence (AI) model achieved a correct response in 84.7% of the closed-ended questions (11 wrong answers). As for the clinical scenarios, ChatGPT provided a fully or nearly fully correct diagnosis in 81.7% of cases. The proposed diagnostic or therapeutic procedure was judged to be complete in 56.7% of cases. The overall quality of the bibliographic references was poor, and sources were nonexistent in 46.4% of the cases., Conclusion: The results generally demonstrate a good level of accuracy in the AI's answers. The AI's ability to resolve complex clinical scenarios is promising, but it still falls short of being considered a reliable support for the decision-making process of specialists in head-neck surgery., (© 2023 The Authors. Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery published by Wiley Periodicals LLC on behalf of American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.)
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24. Epidemiological analysis of patients with isolated blowout fractures of orbital floor: Correlation between demographic characteristics and fracture area.
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Troise S, Committeri U, Barone S, Gentile D, Arena A, Salzano G, Bonavolontà P, Abbate V, Romano A, Dell'Aversana Orabona G, Vaira LA, De Riu G, Califano L, and Piombino P
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- Humans, Male, Female, Middle Aged, Retrospective Studies, Tomography, X-Ray Computed, Orbit surgery, Demography, Enophthalmos etiology, Orbital Fractures surgery
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Isolated orbital floor fractures are more frequent due to low bone thickness (2 mm). The aim of this study was to conduct a retrospective epidemiological analysis on these fractures, investigating demographic variables and fractures' features and their statistical correlation. A total of 120 patients with isolated orbital floor fracture, admitted at the Maxillofacial Surgery Unit of University of Naples Federico II, from 2010 to 2022 were enrolled in the study. Patients were evaluated for age, sex, smoke, comorbidities, post-traumatic clinical manifestation,s and defect side and size. Statistical analysis was conducted using the Pearson regression coefficient (r). The fractures were more frequent in men (male:female 2.2:1) because of road accidents (30% of cases). The average age was 48 years. Enophthalmos, diplopia and ocular motility anomalies were observed in 31%, 23% and 21% of cases, respectively. Statistical analysis revealed that age was related to fracture area; in particular, older patients showed larger fractures (p < 0.001). Interpersonal violence and traffic accidents were related to younger age (p < 0.001). Data analysis revealed that isolated orbital floor fractures are more frequent in young men (<40 years) because of road accidents or interpersonal violence. There is a statistical correlation between fracture area and patient age; in particular, older age corresponds to larger defects., Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest The authors have no conflict of interest or financial ties to disclose., (Copyright © 2023 European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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25. The importance of identifying risk factors for the persistence of COVID-19 related olfactory disorders.
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Vaira LA, De Riu G, Mayo-Yáñez M, Boscolo-Rizzo P, and Lechien JR
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- Humans, SARS-CoV-2, Risk Factors, Smell, Taste Disorders etiology, COVID-19 complications, Olfaction Disorders epidemiology, Olfaction Disorders etiology
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Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest The authors declare that they have no conflict of interest.
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26. Efficacy of auriculotherapy in the control of pain, edema, and trismus following surgical extraction of the lower third molars: a split-mouth, randomized, placebo-controlled, and triple-blind study.
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Vaira LA, Massaiu A, Massaiu G, Salzano G, Maglitto F, Lechien JR, Biglio A, Visaloco G, Piombino P, Biglioli F, and De Riu G
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- Humans, Molar, Third surgery, Trismus etiology, Trismus prevention & control, Pain, Postoperative etiology, Pain, Postoperative prevention & control, Tooth Extraction adverse effects, Mouth, Edema etiology, Edema prevention & control, Tooth, Impacted surgery, Auriculotherapy
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Background: The aim of this split-mouth, randomized, placebo-controlled, and triple-blind study was to evaluate whether auriculotherapy had any effect on the post-operative course after the extraction of third molars in terms of the control of pain, edema, and trismus., Materials and Methods: The study included 42 patients (84 teeth) who had undergone a surgical extraction of the lower third molars. In each patient, the two extractions were randomly assigned to two study groups. In the therapy group, the patients underwent auriculotherapy with vaccaria seeds applied with patches in 6 ear points. In the control group, the patches were applied, without seeds, to the same ear points. After the extraction, the patients were asked to stimulate the ear points three times a day and whenever they felt pain. The patients were asked to keep a diary in which they assessed their pain by means of the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for 8 days. Edema and trismus were assessed 1, 2, 3, and 8 days after surgery., Results: The differences between the two groups were statistically significant at the 12-h control (auriculotherapy group (AG) VAS 5.5 [IQR 4.25-6.75], placebo group (PG) VAS 6 [IQR 5-8], p = 0.040), after 24 h (AG VAS 5 [IQR 4-6], PG VAS 6 [IQR 4.25-7], p = 0.024), after 2 days (AG VAS 4 [IQR 3-5], PG VAS 4.5 [IQR 4-6], p = 0.044), and after 3 days (AG VAS 3 [IQR 0-5], PG VAS 4 [IQR 3-5], p = 0.024). Throughout the observation period, the AG took a significantly lower number of painkillers than the PG (AG 6 [IQR 4.25-7]; PG 8 [IQR 8-9], p < 0.001). There were no significant differences in the levels of edema and trismus between the two groups throughout the observation period., Conclusions: On the basis of the results of the present study, auriculotherapy can be considered as a cost-effective adjuvant pain reliever treatment in patients undergoing an extraction of the lower third molars., (© 2023. The Author(s).)
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27. Impact of letermovir prophylaxis in CMV reactivation and disease after allogenic hematopoietic cell transplantation: a real-world, observational study.
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Brusosa M, Ruiz S, Monge I, Solano MT, Rosiñol L, Esteve J, Carreras E, Marcos MÁ, Riu G, Carcelero E, Martinez C, Fernández-Avilés F, Rovira M, Suárez-Lledó M, and Salas MQ
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- Adult, Humans, Cytomegalovirus, Antiviral Agents therapeutic use, Cytomegalovirus Infections epidemiology, Cytomegalovirus Infections etiology, Cytomegalovirus Infections prevention & control, Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation adverse effects, Acetates, Quinazolines
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Letermovir for CMV prevention in CMV-seropositive adults undergoing allo-HCT was implemented at our program in 2021. This study investigates the results from the use of letermovir. The study includes all the 140 CMV-seropositive patients who underwent an allo-HCT during the years 2020, 2021, and 2022 at our institution. Thirty-eight (27.4%) of these patients received letermovir, administered from day + 7 to day + 100 and restarted if patients were on treatment with steroids. The day + 180 and 1-year cumulative incidences of CMV reactivation were 5.3% and 12.1% for patients who received letermovir and 52.9% and 53.9% for those who did not (P < 0.001) (HR 0.19, P < 0.001). Four (10.5%) of these thirty-eight patients had a CMV reactivation, but only 2 (5.3%) cases occurred during the administration of letermovir. During the first year after allo-HCT, 13 (9.2%) patients had CMV disease; the day + 180 and 1-year cumulative incidences were 2.6% and 6.0% for patients who received letermovir and 9.9% and 12.3% for those who did not (P = 0.254) (HR 1.01, P = 0.458). Two (4.2%) of the patients included in the letermovir group had CMV disease, but both of them after letermovir discontinuation. Letermovir induced a protective effect on CMV reactivation risk, but its use was not associated with a significant reduction of CMV disease. The fact that the CMV disease in patients who received letermovir occurred after the discontinuation of the drug, questions whether CMV prophylaxis should be used in patients with high risk for CMV reactivation or disease., (© 2023. The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer-Verlag GmbH Germany, part of Springer Nature.)
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28. Validity and reliability of the Questionnaire of Olfactory Disorders for Italian-speaking patients with olfactory dysfunction.
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Vaira LA, Tirelli G, Rizzo D, Uderzo F, Avanzini F, Trabalzini F, Rivelli N, Burger D, Calabrese L, Solla P, Bussu F, Mayo-Yáñez M, Lechien JR, De Riu G, and Boscolo-Rizzo P
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- Humans, Prospective Studies, Reproducibility of Results, Surveys and Questionnaires, Italy, Quality of Life, Olfaction Disorders diagnosis
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Objective: To translate and validate an Italian version of the Questionnaire of Olfactory Disorders (IT-QOD)., Materials and Methods: This is a prospective, multicentre study that involved patients with olfactory dysfunction (OD). Both cases and controls underwent administration of the IT-QOD, Sino-Nasal Outcome Test-22 (SNOT-22) and psychophysical evaluation of orthonasal and retronasal olfactory function., Results: The IT-QOD was administered to 96 patients and 38 controls. The Cronbach's alpha exceeded 0.90, indicating satisfactory internal consistency. The test-retest reliability was found to be high for both parosmia (rs = 0.944) and life quality (rs = 0.969). Patients with OD had significantly higher IT-QOD scores compared to healthy individuals (p < 0.001), indicating strong internal validity. The external validity was also satisfactory, as shown by the significant correlation with SNOT-22 (rs = -0.54) and the threshold, discrimination, and identification score (rs = -0.63)., Conclusions: The IT-QOD was demonstrated to be reliable and valid to assess the impact of OD on the quality of life of Italian-speaking patients., (Copyright © 2024 Società Italiana di Otorinolaringoiatria e Chirurgia Cervico-Facciale, Rome, Italy.)
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29. Tunnelized Facial Artery Myomucosal Island Flap: A Modification of the FAMM Flap that Enhance its Reconstructive Versatility.
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Vaira LA, Massarelli O, Lechien JR, Chiesa-Estomba CM, Ayad T, and De Riu G
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30. Effectiveness of Platelet-Rich Plasma for COVID-19-Related Olfactory Dysfunction: A Controlled Study.
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Lechien JR, Saussez S, Vaira LA, De Riu G, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Tirelli G, Michel J, and Radulesco T
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- Humans, Smell, Research Design, COVID-19 complications, Olfaction Disorders etiology, Olfaction Disorders therapy, Platelet-Rich Plasma
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Objective: To investigate the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection into the olfactory clefts of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients with persistent olfactory dysfunction (OD)., Study Design: Controlled study., Setting: Multicenter study., Methods: From March 2022 to November 2022, COVID-19 patients with persistent OD were recruited from three European hospitals to undergo PRP injections into the olfactory clefts. Olfactory function was evaluated at baseline and 10 weeks postinjection with the Olfactory Disorder Questionnaire (ODQ) and threshold, discrimination, and identification (TDI) test. Data were compared with a control group of untreated patients., Results: Eighty-one patients who underwent PRP injection and 78 controls were included. Sixty-five PRP patients (80.3%) experienced subjective smell improvement after a mean duration of 3.4 ± 1.9 weeks. The parosmia, life quality statement, and ODQ sub- and total scores significantly decreased from pre- to 10-week postinjection in the PRP group. The TDI sub- and total scores significantly increased 10 weeks postinjection. In controls, the ODQ score did not change over time, while the discrimination, identification, and total TDI scores significantly increase after 10 weeks of follow-up. The 10-week TDI and ODQ scores were significantly better in the PRP group compared with the controls., Conclusion: Patients who underwent PRP injection reported better 10-week subjective and objective smell outcomes than controls. Future randomized-controlled studies using saline injection into the olfactory cleft of controls are needed to determine the superiority of PRP over placebo., (© 2023 American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.)
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31. Three-dimensional evaluation of symmetry in facial palsy reanimation using stereophotogrammetric devices: A series of 15 cases.
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Biglio A, Rossetti G, Gibelli DM, Dolci C, Cappella A, Allevi F, Vaira LA, De Riu G, Sforza C, and Biglioli F
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- Adult, Humans, Facial Asymmetry diagnostic imaging, Facial Asymmetry surgery, Quality of Life, Smiling physiology, Facial Expression, Facial Nerve surgery, Photogrammetry methods, Facial Paralysis surgery, Nerve Transfer methods
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Facial palsy can severely compromise quality of life, significantly altering the harmony and symmetry of the face, which can be restored by surgical rehabilitation. The aim of the study was the quantification of facial symmetry following facial reanimation. Fifteen consecutive adult patients were surgically treated through triple innervation for reanimation of flaccid unilateral facial paralysis (contralateral facial nerve, masseteric nerve, and hypoglossal nerve) and fascia lata graft for definition of the nasolabial sulcus. In the preoperative stage and at least 11 months after the surgical treatment, three-dimensional facial images were recorded through stereophotogrammetry in a neutral (rest) position, and with Mona Lisa and full-denture (maximum) smiles. Labial commissure inclination relative to the interpupillary axis, and a surface assessment of local facial asymmetry at rest and while smiling were obtained for the upper, middle, and lower facial thirds. The angle between the interpupillary axis and the labial commissure significantly improved in post-surgical acquisitions, regaining symmetry at rest (t-test; p < 0.001). Facial symmetry increased significantly when passing from pre-to postsurgical facial scans, from the lower to the upper facial third, and from the full smile to the rest position (ANOVA; p < 0.001). After treatment, the full smile recovered more symmetry than the other two expressions. In summary, surgical treatment significantly reduced facial asymmetry, but this reduction differed significantly among the various animations and facial thirds. The results of this study confirmed clinical findings of significant static and dynamic improvements in facial symmetry after triple innervation reanimation surgery., Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest., (Copyright © 2023 European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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32. Olfactory recovery following omicron variant infection: a psychophysical prospective case-control study with six-month follow up.
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Vaira LA, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Lechien JR, Mayo-Yáñez M, Petrocelli M, Pistidda L, Salzano G, Maglitto F, Hopkins C, and De Riu G
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- Humans, Case-Control Studies, Follow-Up Studies, Smell, Anosmia etiology, Olfaction Disorders epidemiology, Olfaction Disorders etiology
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Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the recovery of olfactory function at six months in individuals infected with the coronavirus disease 2019 omicron variant, using psychophysical tests., Methods: A prospective case-control study that included severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 patients infected in February and March 2022 was conducted. Patients underwent the Sniffin' Sticks test within 10 days of infection and again after at least 6 months. The olfactory scores were compared with those of a control group., Results: In all, 102 patients and 120 controls were enrolled in the study. At baseline, 26 patients (25.5 per cent) self-reported smell loss. The median threshold, discrimination and identification score was 33.6 (interquartile range, 12.5) for the cases and 36.5 (interquartile range, 4.38) for the controls ( p < 0.001). Based on the threshold, discrimination and identification scores, 12 controls and 34 patients reported olfactory dysfunction ( p < 0.001). Eighty cases underwent re-evaluation at six months; the median threshold, discrimination and identification score was 37.1 (interquartile range, 4.75) with no significant differences compared with the controls., Conclusion: Six months after infection, the prevalence of olfactory dysfunction in patients did not differ significantly from the control population.
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33. Facial soft tissue thickness measurement method and relationship with BMI, age and sex.
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Piombino P, Esposito E, Committeri U, Barone S, Arena A, Cataldo R, Carraturo E, Vaira LA, De Riu G, Mariniello D, and Califano L
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- Female, Humans, Body Mass Index, Cephalometry, Face anatomy & histology, Cone-Beam Computed Tomography methods
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Introduction: Facial aesthetics results from the harmony of various components of the craniofacial region, a structure whose physiognomy and topography are determined by a set of hard and soft tissues. Few works in the literature have investigated the relationship between the variables of sex, age, BMI and soft tissue thickness and have considered how these variables may influence operative outcomes. The purpose of this study is to increase the pre-operative knowledge of the thickness of the soft tissues of the face through an analysis of their measurement conducted on cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) and to investigate the impact that the variables of gender, age and BMI have on their determination., Materials and Methods: For this study 82 patients were recruited between January 2020 and January 2021 in the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery of the University of Naples "Federico II". A descriptive analysis of the sample was carried out on the selected sample, calculating averages and standard deviations for the individual variables analyzed., Results: BMI has a predominant role on some craniometric points while age and sex have a more marginal role. Our analysis shows that some points are affected by only one variable, BMI (G' N' PR' ID' SM' GN' PG' MIO' ACP' GO' ZY' SC' IC' ECMS' and MMB'); some points are affected by both BMI and gender (MP' and MR'); while only two (RHI' and MSO') are influenced by all the three variables., Conclusion: A priori knowledge through CBCT of the thickness of the soft tissues of the face and a comparison with the data we propose could provide the surgeon with advance notice of the characteristics of the tissues which she/he will encounter., Competing Interests: Declaration of Competing Interest None declared, (Copyright © 2023 Elsevier Masson SAS. All rights reserved.)
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34. Recovery from olfactory and gustatory dysfunction following COVID-19 acquired during Omicron BA.1 wave in Italy.
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Boscolo-Rizzo P, Tirelli G, Meloni P, Hopkins C, Lechien JR, Madeddu G, Bonini P, Gardenal N, Cancellieri E, Lazzarin C, Borsetto D, De Vito A, De Riu G, and Vaira LA
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- Humans, Italy epidemiology, SARS-CoV-2, Smell, Taste Disorders epidemiology, Taste Disorders etiology, Prospective Studies, COVID-19 complications, COVID-19 epidemiology, Olfaction Disorders epidemiology, Olfaction Disorders etiology, Olfaction Disorders diagnosis
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Background: Despite alterations in the sense of smell and taste have dominated the symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 infection, the prevalence and the severity of self-reporting COVID-19 associated olfactory and gustatory dysfunction has dropped significantly with the advent of the Omicron BA.1 subvariant. However, data on the evolution of Omicron-related chemosensory impairment are still lacking., Objective: The aim of the present study was to estimate the prevalence and the recovery rate of self-reported chemosensory dysfunction 6-month after SARS-CoV-2 infection acquired during the predominance of the Omicron BA.1 subvariant in Italy., Methods: Prospective observational study based on the sino-nasal outcome tool 22 (SNOT-22), item "sense of smell or taste" and additional outcomes conducted in University hospitals and tertiary referral centers in Italy., Results: Of 338 patients with mild-to-moderate COVID-19 completing the baseline survey, 294 (87.0 %) responded to the 6-month follow-up interview. Among them, 101 (34.4 %) and 4 (1.4 %) reported an altered sense of smell or taste at baseline and at 6 months, respectively. Among the 101 patients with COVID-19-associated smell or taste dysfunction during the acute phase of the disease, 97 (96.0 %) reported complete resolution at 6 months. The duration of smell or taste impairment was significantly shorter in vaccinated patients (p = 0.007)., Conclusions: Compared with that observed in subjects infected during the first wave of the pandemic, the recovery rate from chemosensory dysfunctions reported in the present series of patients infected during the predominance of the Omicron BA.1 subvariant was more favorable with a shorter duration being positively influenced by vaccination., Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest The Authors declare that there is no conflict of interest., (Copyright © 2023. Published by Elsevier Inc.)
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35. Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: Functional and Conservative Treatment.
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Vaira LA and De Riu G
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Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs) represent a group of conditions that cause pain and dysfunction in the joints and muscles responsible for jaw movement [...].
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36. Tongue Reconstruction with Buccinator Myomucosal Island Flaps: Technical Considerations, Oncologic Safety, Functional Outcomes and QoL Assessment-A Retrospective Observational Study.
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Massarelli O, Vaira LA, Crimi S, Salzano G, Latini L, Bianchi A, Gennaro P, and De Riu G
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The objective of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of buccinator myomucosal island flaps for tongue reconstruction following malignant tumor resections. A retrospective study was performed on 52 patients who underwent tongue reconstructions with buccinator myomucosal island flaps between 2012 and 2020. We reviewed the flap type and size, harvesting time, recipient- and donor-site complications, postoperative oncologic outcomes, functional recovery and QoL assessment. All of the flaps were transposed successfully without any total flap loss. Neither in the primary site nor in the neck were cancer relapses observed. An evaluation of the sensitivity revealed that 96.1% of patients experienced a recovery of touch, two-point and pain sensations. There were significant differences between the flap and the native mucosa in terms of the tactile ( p < 0.001), pain ( p < 0.001) and two-point ( p < 0.001) thresholds. The average swallowing score recorded was 6.1 out of 7, with only minor complaints. The quality of life assessments demonstrated high scores across physical (24.5 out of 28), social (25.8 out of 28), emotional (20.3 out of 24) and functional (25 out of 28) aspects. The present study showed how buccinator myomucosal island flaps represent an effective and functional tongue reconstructive option, requiring a short operative time with a low rate of donor site morbidity, and with evidence of long-term oncologic safety and high quality of life.
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37. Minimally Invasive Harvesting Technique for Costal Cartilage Graft: Donor Site, Morbidity and Aesthetic Outcomes.
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Committeri U, Arena A, Carraturo E, Barone S, Salzano G, Mariniello D, De Riu G, Vaira LA, Giovacchini F, Califano L, and Piombino P
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Cartilage grafts are well-known as being reliable in reconstructive surgery for craniofacial pathologies. The aim of this study is to describe a new technique which requires an incision smaller than 1.5 cm but is still effective for harvesting cartilage graft. Thirty-six patients who underwent costal cartilage harvesting for septorhinoplasty have been included in this study, admitted from January 2018 to December 2021. Out of 36 patients, 34 have not reported any major complications, and two cases were followed up for pneumothorax. There were no infections and no chest wall deformities. All patients reported minimal pain at the donor site. The Vancouver Scar Scale was used to evaluate the entity of the postoperative scarring phenomena. This scale total ranges from 0 (representing normal skin) to a maximum score of 13 (representing worst scar imaginable). The results were 1.53 SD ± 0.64 (on average) 1 week after the surgical procedure and 1.28 SD ± 0.45 (on average) at the 6 months follow-up. This minimally invasive method provided a valid and effective surgical technique for cartilage graft. Despite the limitations of the case series, it seems that this procedure might be comparable to other and well-established traditional procedures and could be even preferred when the minimal invasiveness is mandatory.
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38. SARS-CoV-2 Effects on Psychophysical Olfactory Scores: Prospective Study With Evaluation Before and 60-Days After Infection.
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Vaira LA, Lechien JR, Salzano G, Maglitto F, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Hopkins C, and De Riu G
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- Humans, Smell, SARS-CoV-2, Prospective Studies, Olfaction Disorders diagnosis, Olfaction Disorders etiology, COVID-19 complications
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The aim of this study was to prospectively evaluate the olfactory function in a series of individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 and who had undergone psychophysical olfactory assessment prior to infection. Individuals unexposed to SARS-CoV-2 infection underwent a psychophysical evaluation of smell with the Sniffin' Sticks test. The subjects were followed prospectively and included in the study if they developed SARS-CoV-2 infection with a second test 60 days after recovery. At the 60-day follow-up of the 41 included subjects, 2 (4.9%) self-reported persistent olfactory dysfunction (OD). The differences between TDI scores before and after infection were statistically significant (37 [interquartile range (IQR), 34.25-39.25] vs 34.75 [IQR, 32.25-38]; p = .021). Analyzing the individual olfactory domains, the differences were significant for threshold (T) (9.75 [IQR, 9-11.25] vs 8.25 [IQR, 7.25-10.25]; p = .009) but not for odor discrimination (D) (p = .443) and identification (I) (p = .159). SARS-CoV-2 causes a significant reduction in the olfactory function, in particular affecting the olfactory threshold, even in subjects who do not self-report an OD., (© 2023 American Academy of Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.)
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39. Prevalence of chemosensitive disorders with Omicron infections and the possible impacts of vaccination.
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Vaira LA, De Riu G, Mayo-Yáñez M, Gengler IM, and Lechien JR
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- Humans, Prevalence, SARS-CoV-2, Vaccination, COVID-19
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Competing Interests: Declarations of competing interest The authors have no competing interests to declare.
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40. In reference to Intranasal Corticosteroid Treatment on Recovery of Long-Term Olfactory Dysfunction Due to COVID-19.
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Vaira LA, De Riu G, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Hopkins C, and Lechien JR
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- Humans, Smell, SARS-CoV-2, Adrenal Cortex Hormones therapeutic use, COVID-19 complications, Olfaction Disorders drug therapy, Olfaction Disorders etiology
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41. Hyponatremia induced by post-transplant cyclophosphamide in allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation.
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Gómez-Hernando M, Quintana LF, Suárez-Lledo M, Martínez-Cibrian N, Rivero A, Ruiz-Boy S, Carcelero E, Mate P, Riu G, Monge I, Serrahima A, Solano MT, Rosiñol L, Esteve J, Urbano-Ispizua A, Carreras E, Fernández-Avilés F, Martínez C, Rovira M, and Salas MQ
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- Humans, Cyclophosphamide adverse effects, Transplantation Conditioning adverse effects, Hyponatremia chemically induced, Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation adverse effects, Graft vs Host Disease
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42. Prevalence of olfactory dysfunction in D614G, alpha, delta and omicron waves: a psychophysical case-control study.
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Vaira LA, Lechien JR, Deiana G, Salzano G, Maglitto F, Piombino P, Mazzatenta A, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Hopkins C, and De Riu G
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- Adult, Humans, Case-Control Studies, Pandemics, Prevalence, COVID-19 epidemiology, COVID-19 physiopathology, COVID-19 virology, Olfaction Disorders diagnosis, Olfaction Disorders epidemiology, Olfaction Disorders virology, SARS-CoV-2
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Background: The purpose of this study was to compare the prevalence of olfactory dysfunction (OD) at different stages of the COVID-19 pandemic by evaluating subjects diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 infection during the Omicron wave with psychophysical tests and comparing the results with those obtained from patients infected during the D614G, Alpha and Delta waves and with those of a control group., Methodology: The study included adult patients diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 infection. Depending on the time of diagnosis, the subjects were divided into four study groups: D614G; Alpha, Delta and Omicron variant groups. A group of uninfected individuals was used as control. All subjects underwent psychophysical evaluation of the olfactory function with the Connecticut Chemosensory Clinical Research Center olfactory test (D614G and Alpha groups) or the extended version of the Sniffin'Sticks test (Delta, Omicron and control groups)., Results: 372 cases (134 D614G group, 118 Alpha group, 32 in Delta group and 88 Omicron group) were recruited and evaluated within 10 days of infection, alongside 80 controls. Patients self-reported olfactory loss in 72.4% of cases in the D614G group, in 75.4% of cases in the Alpha group, in 65.6% of cases in the Delta group and in 18.1% in the Omicron group. Psychophysical evaluation revealed a prevalence of OD: 80.6%, 83.0%, 65.6% and 36.3% in the D614G, Alpha, Delta and Omicron group respectively. The differences between the D614G, Alpha and Delta groups were not statistically significant. The Omicron group demonstrated a significantly lower prevalence of OD than the other variants but still significantly higher than the controls., Conclusions: During the Omicron wave OD was less prevalent than during the D614G, Alpha and Delta periods. One-third of patients have reduced olfactory function on psychophysical evaluation during the Omicron wave. Our results should be considered with caution as the VOC has not been determined with certainty.
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43. Incidence of Orbital Side Effects in Zygomaticomaxillary Complex and Isolated Orbital Walls Fractures: A Retrospective Study in South Italy and a Brief Review of the Literature.
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Committeri U, Arena A, Carraturo E, Austoni M, Germano C, Salzano G, De Riu G, Giovacchini F, Maglitto F, Abbate V, Bonavolontà P, Califano L, and Piombino P
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Zygomaticomaxillary complex and isolated orbital walls fractures are one of the most common fractures of the midface, often presenting orbital symptoms and complications. Our study was born with the aim of understanding the trend in the incidence of orbital presurgical symptoms, specifically diplopia, enophthalmos and exophthalmos, in the Campania Region in southern Italy. We conducted a retrospective, monocentric observational study at the Maxillofacial Surgery Unit of the Federico II University Hospital of Naples, enrolling 402 patients who reported a fracture of the zygomaticomaxillary complex and orbital floor region from 15 June 2021 to 15 June 2022. Patients were evaluated by age, gender, etiology, type of fracture, preoperative orbital side effects and symptoms. Pre-surgical side effects were studied, and 16% of patients ( n = 66) developed diplopia. Diplopia was most common in patients previously operated on for orbital wall fractures (100%), and least common in patients who reported trauma after interpersonal violence (15%) and road traffic accidents (11%). Exophthalmos appeared only in 1% (six cases); whereas it did not appear in 99% (396 cases). Enophthalmos was present in 4% (sixteen cases), most commonly in interpersonal violence cases (two cases). The frequency of orbital complications in patients with zygomaticomaxillary complex and isolated orbital walls fractures suggests how diplopia remains the most common pre-surgical orbital side effect.
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44. Are YouTube Videos a Useful and Reliable Source of Information for Patients with Temporomandibular Joint Disorders?
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Vaira LA, Sergnese S, Salzano G, Maglitto F, Arena A, Carraturo E, Abbate V, Committeri U, Vellone V, Biglio A, Lechien JR, and De Riu G
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Counseling is considered a first-line conservative therapy with respect to temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJD). Nowadays, 50 to 80% of patients acquire health information from the internet before turning to professionals. The purpose of this study has been to investigate the quality of information about TMJD that patients can obtain from YouTube. A YouTube.com search was conducted using the terms "temporomandibular joint disorder"; "limited movement of the mandible"; and "mandibular joint pain". The videos identified were assessed independently by two panels of three professional and lay reviewers with HONcode, modified DISCERN (MD) and the global quality scale (GQS). A total of 106 videos were included. The professional reviewers reported a mean HONcode score of 4.148 ± 1.314 and a mean MD score of 2.519 ± 1.267, testifying to a modest general quality of the videos. The mean GQS score was 2.987 ± 1.012 for the professional and 3.469 ± 0.891 for the lay reviewers ( p < 0.001). The correlations between the ratings were significant between the reviewers within the same group but not between the two groups. The presence of animations significantly influenced the GQS score expressed by the lay reviewers ( p = 0.011) but not that of the professionals ( p = 0.640). The quality of the information on TMJD on YouTube is generally of poor quality. Healthcare systems and professionals should be prepared to correct misinformation and build trusting relationships with patients which are based on quality counseling. Similarly, academic institutions should produce quality content that leads patients with TMJD toward a correct diagnostic-therapeutic process.
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45. Therapies for COVID-19-Related Persistent Olfactory Disorders: One of the Good Fruits of the Pandemic.
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Saussez S, Vaira LA, De Riu G, and Lechien JR
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At the beginning of 2021, the scientific community realized the burden of COVID-19-related persistent olfactory disorders (ODs). The percentage of those infected with COVID-19 who developed severe and persistent ODs [1-3] with devastating effects on their quality of life was 5 to 40% [4,5].
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46. COVID-19 related persistent olfactory disorders represent an unprecedented challenge.
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Vaira LA, De Riu G, Salzano G, Maglitto F, Boscolo-Rizzo P, and Lechien JR
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- Humans, Smell, Taste Disorders, COVID-19, Olfaction Disorders etiology
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Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest The authors declare that they have no conflict of interests.
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47. Titanium Internal Fixator Removal in Maxillofacial Surgery: Is It Necessary? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
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Piombino P, Sani L, Sandu G, Carraturo E, De Riu G, Vaira LA, Maglitto F, and Califano L
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- Humans, Retrospective Studies, Bone Plates, Mandible surgery, Device Removal, Fracture Fixation, Internal methods, Titanium, Surgery, Oral
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Titanium plates and screws are essential devices in maxillofacial surgery since late 1980s, but despite their wide use there is no consensus in titanium internal fixators removal after bone healing. A systematic literature review and meta-analysis were conducted on seventeen retrospective studies. Effect size and 95% confidence intervals were calculated for plate removal (per plate and per patient) and for removal causes (infection, pain, screws complications, exposition, palpability). Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals, and χ 2 test were measured for sex, smoking, and implant site. Heterogeneity was evaluated with Cochran and Inconstancy test. Obtained data were used to design Forest and Funnel plots. The aim of the study is to identify and clarify reasons and risk factors for plates and screws removal. Infection is the most frequent reason; the habit of tobacco usage and implant site (mandibula) are the main risk factors. The administration of antibiotic prophylaxis is essential, and patients must quit smoking before and after surgery. In conclusion there is no scientific evidence supporting the removal of internal devices as mandatory step of the postoperative procedure., Competing Interests: The authors report no conflicts of interest., (Copyright © 2022 by Mutaz B. Habal, MD.)
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48. The Trajectories of Olfactory Dysfunction from the First to the Omicron Wave: Are We Getting over it?
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Vaira LA, Lechien JR, De Riu G, and Saussez S
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It has now been two years since the publication in Pathogens of our European multicenter study on the prevalence of olfactory dysfunctions (OD) during COVID-19 [...]., Competing Interests: The authors declare no conflict of interest.
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49. Electrocautery, Harmonic, and Thunderbeat Instruments in Parotid Surgery: A Retrospective Comparative Study.
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Vaira LA, Rizzo D, Murrocu C, Zullo CF, Dessy M, Mureddu L, Ligas E, Salzano G, Biglio A, Mayo-Yáñez M, Lechien JR, Piombino P, Bussu F, and De Riu G
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The aim of this retrospective study has been to compare the surgical outcomes of patients undergoing superficial parotidectomy with three different instruments: bipolar electrocautery, ultrasound, and mixed energy instruments. The clinical records of 102 patients who had undergone superficial parotidectomy for benign tumors between January 2016 and April 2022 were considered. Based on the tool used during the surgery, the patients were divided into three study groups: classic electrocautery hemostasis group (CH group), ultrasonic instrument group (HA group), and combined energy instrument group (TB group). The duration of surgery, the total post-operative drainage volume, and the intra-operative blood loss were significantly higher in the CH group compared to the HA and the TB group, while the differences were not significant between the latter two groups. Facial nerve weakness was detected in 45.9% of the CH group, 12.5% of the HA group, and 21.2% of the TB group. The rate of facial nerve dysfunction in the CH group was significantly higher than in the HA group (0.011). In the patients who experienced post-operative facial nerve dysfunction, the recovery time was significantly shorter in the HA group compared to the CH and the TB group. The HA and TB groups have demonstrated comparable and significantly better surgical outcomes than bipolar electrocautery. Ultrasound instruments have been shown to cause, in comparison with the other techniques, a lower rate of temporary facial nerve dysfunction and, if this is present, lead to a faster spontaneous recovery time.
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50. Impact of Early Intrapatient Variability of Tacrolimus Concentrations on the Risk of Graft-Versus-Host Disease after Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation Using High-Dose Post-Transplant Cyclophosphamide.
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Marco DN, Salas MQ, Gutiérrez-García G, Monge I, Riu G, Carcelero E, Roma JR, Llobet N, Arcarons J, Suárez-Lledó M, Martínez N, Pedraza A, Domenech A, Rosiñol L, Fernández-Avilés F, Urbano-Ispízua Á, Rovira M, Brunet M, and Martínez C
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Tacrolimus (Tac) is a pivotal immunosuppressant agent used to prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) after allogeneic stem cell transplantation (alloHSCT). Tac is characterized by a narrow therapeutic window and a high inter-patient and intra-patient pharmacokinetic variability (IPV). Although high IPV of Tac concentrations has been associated with adverse post-transplant outcomes following solid organ transplantation, the effects of Tac IPV on alloHSCT recipients have not been determined. Tac IPV was therefore retrospectively evaluated in 128 alloHSCT recipients receiving high-dose post-transplant cyclophosphamide (PTCy) and the effects of Tac IPV on the occurrence of acute GVHD (aGVHD) were analyzed. Tac IPV was calculated from pre-dose concentrations (C0) measured during the first month after Tac initiation. The cumulative rates of grades II-IV and grades III-IV aGVHD at day +100 were 22.7% and 7%, respectively. Higher Tac IPV was associated with a greater risk of developing GVHD, with patients having IPV > 50th percentile having significantly higher rates of grades II-IV (34.9% vs. 10.8%; hazard ratio [HR] 3.858, p < 0.001) and grades III-IV (12.7% vs. 1.5%; HR 9.69, p = 0.033) aGVHD than patients having IPV ≤ 50th percentile. Similarly, patients with IPV > 75th percentile had higher rates of grades II-IV (41.9% vs. 16.5%; HR 3.30, p < 0.001) and grades III-IV (16.1% vs. 4.1%; HR 4.99, p = 0.012) aGVHD than patients with IPV ≤ 75th percentile. Multivariate analyses showed that high Tac IPV (>50th percentile) was an independent risk factor for grades II-IV (HR 2.99, p = 0.018) and grades III-IV (HR 9.12, p = 0.047) aGVHD. Determination of Tac IPV soon after alloHSCT could be useful in identifying patients at greater risk of aGVHD.
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