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Abstract Introduction Variations in clinical practice regarding the management of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) among clinicians have been noted in previous studies. Such variations might be related to the different adherence to clinical practice guidelines. Objective To evaluate clinicians' adherence to BPPV guidelines and investigate the variations in the adherence between different specialties and qualifications. Methods This is a cross-sectional study with a vignettes-based survey conducted between June and August, 2020. We included clinicians engaged in managing BPPV that had at least one year of clinical experience. We excluded students, and clinicians who were not involved in the management of individuals with BPPV. Participants were asked to make their management choices based on four hypothetical patient vignettes. The sample ranged from 77 participants for the first vignette to 45 participants for the last vignette. Results We included 77 clinicians in the study, with the majority being Otolaryngologists (31.2%). The respondents' mean adherence to the guideline was of 63.3%. Result showed that Otolaryngologists' adherence was higher than that of clinicians from different specialties (p = 0.006, d = 0.72). Furthermore, clinicians with a postgraduate degree were more likely to adhere than those with a bachelor's degree only (p = 0.014, d = 0.58) and participants who were aware of the guideline were more likely to adhere to it (p < 0.001, d = 1.05). Lastly, regression analysis exhibited that adherence was affected by postgraduate degree and guideline awareness. Conclusion Otolaryngologists were more likely to adhere to the guideline than other specialties. Among all specialties, higher adherence was associated with guideline awareness and postgraduate degrees.
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En varios países se celebra el día del otorrinolaringólogo y tiene una fecha distinta en cada uno de ellos por diferentes motivos. Hemos formado parte importante de la historia y nuestro aporte en las diferentes áreas de la especialidad es y deberá ser siempre reconocido por la sociedad entera; sin embargo, en Colombia no teníamos una fecha definida para celebrarlo, por lo que recibimos palabras de felicitación en diferentes días del año. Como Asociación Colombiana de Otorrinolaringología (ACORL), debemos procurar visibilizar nuestro trabajo como especialistas y darle el lugar que merece en la sociedad civil y científica; es por esto por lo que, atendiendo y gestionando la inquietud de una querida asociada, les comparto que esta Junta Directiva ha oficializado el 26 de septiembre como el día del otorrinolaringólogo en nuestro país. Qué mejor oportunidad que esta para hacerles un homenaje a quienes tuvieron la determinación de fundar ACORL el 26 de septiembre de 1961 en Bogotá.
In several countries the Otolaryngologist day is celebrated and it has a different date in each one for different reasons. We have made an important part in history and our contribution in the different areas of the specialty is and should always be recognized by the entire society. However, in Colombia we did not have a defined date to celebrate it. As Association (ACORL), we must try to make our work visible as specialists and give it the place it deserves in civil and scientific society. This is why I share with you that this Board of Directors has made September 26 official as the Otolaryngologist day in our country. What better opportunity than this, to pay tribute to those who had the determination to establish the Colombian Association of Otolaryngology on September 26, 1961 in Bogota
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Humans , History, 20th Century , Otolaryngologists , Otolaryngology/history , ColombiaABSTRACT
As a part of global health care system we are now facing an unprecedented increase in the number of COVID positive patients. While the SARS-CoV2 continues to expand its reach, newer information gets reported every day. The phenomenon of acro-ischemia in patients testing positive for SARS-CoV2 has started gathering attention within the medical community. Also, with increased need for tracheostomy HCWs(health care workers)are constantly at a high risk of aerosol exposure. We report a case of a critically ill, late detected, COVID positive male, with dermatological signs who landed in a tracheostomy. We aim to highlight the importance of high index of suspicion and early detection that would make a significant difference.
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Abstract Introduction: We are facing a pandemic with a great impact worldwide, as a result of the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The medical community is still getting to know behavior of this virus and the consequences from a population point of view. All this knowledge is extremely dynamic, so some behaviors are still not well established. Otorhinolaryngologists have a central role in the management of this situation, in which they must assess the patient, avoid contamination to and by health professionals and other patients. Thus, the recommendations of the Brazilian Association of Otorhinolaryngology and Cervical-Facial Surgery (ABORL-CCF) have the main objective of reducing the spread of the new coronavirus during otorhinolaryngological care and assisting in the management of these patients. Methods: Review of the main recommendations of national and international scientific societies, decisions by government agencies and class councils. The topics will be related to the general aspects of COVID-19, personal protective equipment, care in patient assistance, endoscopic exam routines and the management of sinonasal, otological and pediatric evaluations related to COVID-19. Results: The use of personal protective equipment is considered crucial in routine ENT care. We recommend postponing appointments, exams and elective surgeries to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Similarly, we recommend changing routines in several areas of otolaryngology. Additionally, guidance is provided on the use of telemedicine resources during the pandemic period. Conclusions: We are still at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and scientific evidence is still scarce and incomplete, so these ABORL-CCF recommendations for otorhinolaryngologists may be updated based on new knowledge and the pattern of the new coronavirus spread.
Resumo: Introdução: Estamos diante de uma pandemia de grande impacto mundial como resultado da rápida propagação do novo coronavírus, COVID-19. A comunidade médica está ainda conhecendo o comportamento desse vírus e as repercussões do ponto de vista populacional. Todo esse conhecimento é extremamente dinâmico, por isso algumas condutas ainda não estão bem estabelecidas. O otorrinolaringologista tem um papel central no manejo dessa situação em que deve avaliar o paciente e evitar a contaminação dos profissionais da saúde e dos demais pacientes. Dessa forma, as recomendações da Associação Brasileira de Otorrinolaringologia e Cirurgia Cérvico-Facial (ABORL-CCF) têm por objetivo principal reduzir a propagação do novo coronavírus durante o atendimento otorrinolaringológico e auxiliar no manejo desses pacientes. Método: Revisão das principais recomendações das sociedades científicas nacionais, internacionais, decisões de órgãos governamentais e de conselhos de classe. Os tópicos serão relativos aos aspectos gerais do COVID-19, equipamentos de proteção individual, cuidados no atendimento ao paciente, as rotinas dos exames endoscópicos e o manejo de aspectos nasossinusais, otológicos e pediátricos relacionados ao COVID-19. Resultados: É considerado crucial o uso de equipamento de proteção individual no atendimento otorrinolaringológico de rotina. Recomendamos postergar atendimentos, exames e cirurgias eletivas para diminuir a propagação do COVID-19. Da mesma forma, recomendamos mudança de rotinas em diversas áreas da otorrinolaringologia. Além disso, orientações sobre o uso do recurso da telemedicina durante o período de vigência da pandemia. Conclusões: Estamos ainda no início da pandemia do COVID-19 e as evidências científicas são ainda escassas, por isso essas recomendações da ABORL-CCF para os otorrinolaringologistas podem sofrer atualizações baseadas nos novos conhecimentos e no padrão de disseminação do novo coronavírus.
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Humans , Otolaryngology/standards , Pneumonia, Viral/prevention & control , Coronavirus Infections/prevention & control , Pandemics/prevention & control , Personal Protective Equipment/standards , Betacoronavirus , Societies, Medical , Practice Patterns, Physicians' , Practice Guidelines as Topic , Infectious Disease Transmission, Patient-to-Professional/prevention & control , Coronavirus InfectionsABSTRACT
Introducción: La parotiditis es una enfermedad viral, prevenible, que se presenta aún en la población Colombiana a pesar de los esquemas de vacunación establecidos, su presentación más frecuente es la inflamación de la glándula parótida, en su mayoría bilateral y asincrónica. Complicaciones infecciosas como sialoadenitis bacteriana y neurológicas como meningitis, encefalitis, parálisis facial, hipoacusia neurosensorial y poliradiculitis ascendente han sido reportadas (1-6). Diseño: Estudio descriptivo transversal. Metodología: Se realizó un estudio mediante el análisis de las bases de datos del SIVIGILA en los periodos 2008 al 2013 del evento de Parotiditis. La información codificada en tablas dinámicas, sin incluir información personal se introdujo en el paquete Estadístico SPSS versión 22 y se realizó el análisis de variables críticas: edad, genero, ocupación, etnia, geo-referenciación (comuna y barrio), aseguradora y UPGD (Unidades Primarias Generadoras de Datos) (7). Resultados: Se observó que la parotiditis en Cali, Valle del Cauca, afecta principalmente la población entre 1 y 14 años de edad, más frecuente de género masculino, hay asociación con los casos de parotiditis en pacientes de 1 a 4 años provenientes de las comunas 14 y 15 de estratos socio-económicos bajos. Conclusiones: Antes de la vacunación masiva, la parotiditis era una enfermedad infecciosa común en todo el mundo. Actualmente estamos expuestos a esta patología en pocas ocasiones, es de vital importancia que en la consulta Otorrinolaringológica se realice el diagnóstico precoz y el reporte oportuno al sistema de vigilancia de la dirección local de salud.
Introduction: Mumps is a preventable viral disease; it is still present in the Colombian population, despite the established vaccination schemes. The most common sign of mumps is the inflammation of the parotid gland, mostly bilateral and asynchronous. Infectious complications such as bacterial sialadenitis, and neurological such as meningitis, encephalitis, facial palsy, sensorineural hearing loss or ascending polyradiculitis have been reported. Design: Cross-sectional Study. Methodology: A descriptive study was conducted; by analyzing Mumps event in databases of SIVIGILA (National Public Health Surveillance System) from 2008 to 2013. Information encoded in pivot tables, excluding personal information, was entered in SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) version 22, and critical variables where analyzed: age, gender, occupation, ethnicity, geo-referencing (municipality/ commune and district), health insurance company and UPGD (Primary Data Generating Units). Results: The study showed that mumps in Cali, Valle del Cauca, mainly affects male patients aged between 1 and 14 years. There is a partnering within mumps cases in patients aged 1 to 4 years from low socio-economic strata districts 14 and 15. Conclusion: Before widespread vaccination programs, mumps was a common infectious disease worldwide. Currently, we are rarely exposed to this disease. It is vital to get an early diagnosis and a timely report to the health surveillance system, in the consultation with the otolaryngologist.
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Mumps , Risk Factors , Epidemiological MonitoringABSTRACT
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Ultrasonography is a safe and noninvasive imaging modality with high sensitivity that can be used to identify the presence, location, and size of thyroid nodules. Fine-needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy of thyroid nodules is a minimally invasive and safe procedure that is usually performed on an outpatient basis. The purpose of this study was to investigate the diagnostic efficacy of ultrasonography performed by an otolaryngologist (OUS) and OUS-guided FNA for the thyroid and determine the clinical value of OUS in predicting the presence of malignancy in thyroid nodules. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A single otolaryngologist examined 151 consecutive patients referred to our institution and performed OUS or OUS-guided FNA biopsies on all of them in an office setting. Final diagnosis was based on the FNA biopsy or pathological result of operation. We used the following parameters to assess the relevance of the sonographic findings in the prediction of thyroid malignancy, sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV), negative predictive value (NPV) and relative risk (RR). RESULTS: In total, 12.9% of all the patients showed malignancy. The PPVs for the sonographic features were as follows: a taller-than-wide shape, 63.6%; marked hypoechogenicity, 61.5%; microcalcification, 46.7%; microcalcification or macrocalcification, 44.0%; and spiculated margin, 38.2%. The RR values showed that microcalcification or macrocalcification (p<0.05, RR=7.2) and marked hypoechogenicity (p<0.05, RR=6.7) are significant findings that indicate thyroid malignancy. CONCLUSION: Microcalcification or macrocalcification and marked hypoechogenicity observed on OUS are significant finding that indicate thyroid malignancy, and the most reliable finding are microcalcification or macrocalcification.