Biomedical subjects

K T Tzifa

Publications and source records attributed to K T Tzifa.

4 recordsLinked to original sources

PubMed2001

Endoscopic repair of unilateral choanal atresia with the KTP laser: a one stage procedure.

This paper, describes the endoscopic repair of unilateral choanal atresia with the KTP laser, a one-stage procedure, with no requirement for stenting. Three patients are presented with unilateral choanal atresia, aged six, nine and 38-years-old. The procedure combines the excellent endoscopic visualization, with the good haemostatic and penetrating properties of the KTP laser. Follow up was between 12 months and four years with all choanae remaining patent, no dilatation was required. No surgical complications were noted.

Adult↗

PubMed2001

Peri-orbital surgical emphysema following functional endoscopic sinus surgery, during extubation.

We present a case of peri-orbital surgical emphysema following functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), due to extubation with simultaneous manual inhalation with a closed expiratory valve. This complication has not been previously reported in association with general anaesthetic and FESS. Patients undergoing FESS are advised against nose blowing. However, we recommend that the anaesthetist working with a surgeon who performs FESS should also be warned not to use manual inhalation with a closed expiratory valve while extubating, as this can cause peri-orbital surgical emphysema.

Aged↗

PubMed2000

Cosmetic tracheostomy locket: an attempt to improve the aesthetic component of tracheostomy tubes.

This paper demonstrates the need for a cosmetic device as a necessary adjunct to long-term tracheostomy care. Such devices are not available, at present, from tracheostomy tube manufacturers. The cosmetic tracheostomy cover plate is based on a silver Negus tracheostomy tube, to which the silver chain and cover plate (locket) are attached. The result, for the patient who tried it, was excellent.

Adult↗

PubMed1998

The relation between tonsillectomy and snoring.

The aim of this study was to determine the relation between snoring and tonsillectomy. The grossly enlarged tonsils of a heavily snoring child or adult with upper airway obstruction is usually sufficient indication for tonsillectomy. The authors wondered if tonsillectomy could affect snoring, no matter what the age and the indication for surgery. One thousand people took part in this study: a random sample of patients aged between 2 and 89 years of age, and those accompanying them in the ENT outpatients. The prevalence of snoring was 12.5-48%, mainly in men. The degree of snoring was graded from non-snorers to mild, moderate and severe snorers. In 19.8% of the sample tonsillectomy had already been performed, usually in childhood. The authors conclude that tonsillectomy does not reduce the likelihood of becoming a snorer.

Adolescent↗