Rhinotillexomania: A Manifestation of Psychiatric Illness.

OBJECTIVE: To increase the knowledge of rhinotillexomania, or compulsive nose picking, as a manifestation of psychiatric disease through the presentation of a case series and a review of the literature. MATERIAL: We present three clinical cases with self-destructive nasal injuries as a symptom of different psychiatric diseases. RESULTS: One patient presented amputation of the middle turbinate as a manifestation of an obsessive-compulsive disorder of bipolar disease. Two patients had a septal perforation. In the first patient it was the first symptom of factitious dermatitis and in the second it was during the course of schizophrenia. Only control with psychological treatment and psychotropic drugs stabilised the nasal injury. CONCLUSION: Self-induced injuries are a diagnostic and treatment challenge for the ENT specialist. A knowledge of psychiatric diseases related to destructive injuries to the nose will improve the approach to patients and prevent the progression of local damage and its complications.

Rhinotillexomania: a manifestation of psychiatric illness. / Rinotilexomanía: manifestación de enfermedades psiquiátricas.

OBJECTIVE: To increase the knowledge of rhinotillexomania, or compulsive nose picking, as a manifestation of psychiatric disease through the presentation of a case series and a review of the literature. MATERIAL: We present three clinical cases with self-destructive nasal injuries as a symptom of different psychiatric diseases. RESULTS: One patient presented amputation of the middle turbinate as a manifestation of an obsessive-compulsive disorder of bipolar disease. Two patients had a septal perforation. In the first patient it was the first symptom of factitious dermatitis and in the second it was during the course of schizophrenia. Only control with psychological treatment and psychotropic drugs stabilised the nasal injury. CONCLUSION: Self-induced injuries are a diagnostic and treatment challenge for the ENT specialist. A knowledge of psychiatric diseases related to destructive injuries to the nose will improve the approach to patients and prevent the progression of local damage and its complications.

Inlay butterfly miringoplasty. Our experience. / Miringoplastia con cartílago en alas de mariposa. Nuestra experiencia.

INTRODUCTION: Multiple surgical techniques have been proposed to close tympanic perforations. Eavey, two decades ago, described a technique aimed at closing central perforations in children. For this, he designed a butterfly-shaped cartilage graft that was placed between the tympanic membrane in an inlay manner. This technique showed great effectiveness for the closure of perforations as well as low morbidity, rapidity and great economic difference. METHODS: We performed a descriptive study of a series of cases analysing 32 interventions in children and adults with the modified Eavey technique, during the period from January 2012 to November 2016. We evaluated the surgical and audiometric functional results. RESULTS: Surgical success was achieved in 93% of cases, including complete closures in 27 patients (84%) and 3 cases in which minimal asymptomatic dehiscences occurred. There was rejection of the graft and persistence of the perforation in only one case. No major surgical or postoperative complications associated with the procedure were described. The mean improvement in the audiometric gap was from 17dB preoperatively to 7dB after the intervention. CONCLUSIONS: The modified Eavey technique is a low morbidity, cost-effective procedure with a technical facility that proves effective for the closure of tympanic perforations in adults and children.

Rinotilexomanía: manifestación de enfermedades psiquiátricas / Rhinotillexomania: a manifestation of psychiatric illness

Objetivo: Incrementar el conocimiento de la rinotilexomanía o manipulación compulsiva intranasal como manifestación de enfermedades psiquiátricas mediante la exposición de una serie de casos y revisión de la literatura.MaterialPresentamos 3 casos clínicos con lesiones autodestructivas nasales como síntoma de diferentes enfermedades psiquiátricas.ResultadosUn paciente presentó una amputación del cornete medio como manifestación de un trastorno obsesivo-compulsivo de una enfermedad bipolar. Dos pacientes tuvieron una perforación septal. El primero como primer síntoma de una dermatitis facticia y el segundo en el transcurso de una esquizofrenia. Solo el control con tratamiento psicológico y fármacos psicótropos consiguió la estabilización de la lesión nasal.ConclusiónLas lesiones autoinducidas son un reto diagnóstico y de tratamiento para el otorrinolaringólogo. El conocimiento de las enfermedades psiquiátricas relacionadas con lesiones destructivas centradas en la nariz mejora el abordaje del paciente evitando la progresión de la destrucción local y sus complicaciones. (AU)

Objective: To increase the knowledge of rhinotillexomania, or compulsive nose picking, as a manifestation of psychiatric disease through the presentation of a case series and a review of the literature.MaterialWe present three clinical cases with self-destructive nasal injuries as a symptom of different psychiatric diseases.ResultsOne patient presented amputation of the middle turbinate as a manifestation of an obsessive-compulsive disorder of bipolar disease. Two patients had a septal perforation. In the first patient it was the first symptom of factitious dermatitis and in the second it was during the course of schizophrenia. Only control with psychological treatment and psychotropic drugs stabilised the nasal injury.ConclusionSelf-induced injuries are a diagnostic and treatment challenge for the ENT specialist. A knowledge of psychiatric diseases related to destructive injuries to the nose will improve the approach to patients and prevent the progression of local damage and its complications. (AU)

Middle fossa approach: Applications in temporal bone lesions. / Abordaje por fosa media, aplicaciones en lesiones del hueso temporal.

The middle fossa approach is a surgical technique that is very useful for lateral skull base surgery. However, it is true that it has limited surgical indications and implementation due to its technical complexity. We present our experience in 10 patients in whom the middle fossa approach was the treatment of choice because of the extent of the injury and complexity of the lesion or process. Despite the complexity of the cases, there was no mortality associated with surgery. Postoperative complications were found in 2 patients who presented an epidural hematoma and a cortico-subcortical hematoma. Hearing function was preserved in 5 patients out of the 7 who had adequate hearing at the time of surgery. House/Brackmann I-II facial nerve function was achieved in 8 patients; the remaining 2 had no deterioration of the nerve function. In 9 out of 10 patients, the surgery achieved complete solution of the lesion. The middle fossa approach is a safe and reliable surgical technique. It gives us great control and exposure of different skull base processes. We consider its knowledge of great importance, because it may be the only viable surgical alternative in some specific patients. That is the reason why it is important to learn this approach and know about it in our specialty.

Analysis of predisposing factors for complications of percutaneous tracheostomy.

Since the turn of the century, percutaneous tracheostomy (PT) has become an alternative to the classic open technique and is an elective procedure in intensive care units at most centers. We conducted a prospective study to identify and quantify the complication rate with PT and to analyze this procedure's association with potential risk factors. Our study population was made up of 114 patients-83 men (72.8%) and 31 women (27.2%), aged 18 to 81 years (mean: 57 ± 15)-who underwent PT at our center over an 18-month period. We sought to determine if there were any associations between PT complications and sex, previous fibroscopy, cervical length, cervical risk factors, and general risk factors. Generally minor complications were noted in 15 patients (13.2%); 13 patients experienced hemorrhage, 1 exhibited subcutaneous emphysema, and 1 had a vagal reaction that resolved with medical treatment. Only 3 of these cases (2.6%) were considered to be clinically relevant: 1 hemorrhage (which was treated with ligation), the emphysema (which resolved spontaneously), and the vagal reaction (which resolved with medical treatment). Statistically, we found that PT complications were significantly correlated with two factors: coagulopathy (p = 0.015) and hemodynamic instability (p = 0.017). Even so, these complications were not clinically significant, and they resolved with conservative treatment measures. Given the low incidence and mild degree of these complications, we consider PT to be a safe procedure, even in patients with a high risk of hemorrhage or cervical anatomic difficulties.

[Free radial forearm flap in head and neck: our experience]. / Colgajo antebraquial radial en cabeza y cuello: nuestra experiencia.

INTRODUCTION: Oncologic surgery leads to important defects and sequelae, as well as notable cosmetic and functional alterations. In this aspect reconstructive surgery has an essential role, allowing more radical excision and lower associated functional and cosmetic morbidities. The aim of this study was to present and evaluate the experience and results of the reconstructive microsurgery unit in our centre's ENT department. METHODS: Retrospective study of procedures performed between 2006 and 2012. RESULTS: A total of 36 cases were reviewed. The primary tumour was found in the oropharynx (58%) in the majority of cases. In 5 cases the procedure was performed for reconstruction and fistula closure (4 pharyngostoma and 1 tracheoesophageal fistula). Failure from total necrosis was 16% (6/36). No associated mortality has been reported. The most common postoperative complications were wound dehiscence in 5 patients and pharyngostoma (fistula) in 5 cases. Prior radiotherapy significantly influenced the increase in the overall incidence of complications (P<05). CONCLUSIONS: Reconstructive surgery currently plays an important role in surgery for head and neck cancer. The radial forearm flap is a safe, reliable method for reconstruction of most defects in the ENT field. This type of intervention provides greater autonomy and safety in surgical oncology.

Facial reanimation surgery with micro-vascular gracilis free flap for unilateral facial palsy.

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Micro-neurovascular free muscle flap transfer is currently the procedure of choice for long-standing facial paralysis. We present a case series of patients treated with gracilis muscle free flap with motor innervation by the masseteric nerve. We discuss the surgical technique and quantify the movement granted by the muscle, the improvement in quality of life and aesthetic results. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We report ten patients with unilateral facial paralysis who underwent free gracilis muscle flap, between the years 2010 and 2012 in two tertiary hospitals. RESULTS: It is not reported any failure of the microsuture with survival of all flaps. The muscle movement was quantified by vectors at rest and contraction with an average of 1.7 cm that initiated around the fourth month after surgery. Patients also reported a significant improvement in symmetry at rest as well as oral and ocular competition. CONCLUSION: As currently presented in literature, microvascular free flaps are the technique of choice for facial reanimation. In our experience, we believe that gracilis muscle flap innervated by the masseteric nerve is a reliable and secure technique that provides adequate functional and aesthetic results.

Linfoma de la zona marginal de glándula parótida / Marginal zone lymphoma of parotid gland

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Miringoplastia con cartílago en alas de mariposa. Nuestra experiencia / Inlay butterfly miringoplasty. Our experience

Introducción: Se han propuesto múltiples técnicas quirúrgicas para cerrar perforaciones timpánicas. Eavey, hace dos décadas, describió una técnica destinada a cerrar perforaciones centrales en niños. Para ello diseñó un injerto de cartílago con forma de alas de mariposa que se colocaba entre la membrana timpánica. Dicha técnica demostró gran efectividad para el cierre de perforaciones así como baja morbilidad, rapidez y gran diferencia económica. Métodos: Se realiza un estudio descriptivo de serie de casos analizando 32 intervenciones en niños y adultos con la técnica de Eavey modificada, durante el periodo de enero de 2012 a noviembre de 2016. Se evaluaron los resultados quirúrgicos y los resultados funcionales audiométricos. Resultados: El éxito quirúrgico se logró en el 93% de los casos, incluyendo los cierres completos en 27 pacientes (84%) y 3 casos en los que se presentaron dehiscencias mínimas asintomáticas. Se presentó un rechazo del injerto y persistencia de la perforación y en un caso una perforación residual. No se describen complicaciones quirúrgicas o posquirúrgicas mayores asociadas al procedimiento. La mejoría de la media del gap audiométrico fue de 17 dB preoperatorio a 7dB posterior a la intervención. Conclusiones: La técnica de Eavey modificada es un procedimiento con baja morbilidad, costo-efectiva, con facilidad técnica que demuestra ser eficaz para el cierre de perforaciones timpánicas en adultos y niños (AU)

Introduction: Multiple surgical techniques have been proposed to close tympanic perforations. Eavey, two decades ago, described a technique aimed at closing central perforations in children. For this, he designed a butterfly-shaped cartilage graft that was placed between the tympanic membrane in an inlay manner. This technique showed great effectiveness for the closure of perforations as well as low morbidity, rapidity and great economic difference. Methods: We performed a descriptive study of a series of cases analysing 32 interventions in children and adults with the modified Eavey technique, during the period from January 2012 to November 2016. We evaluated the surgical and audiometric functional results. Results: Surgical success was achieved in 93% of cases, including complete closures in 27 patients (84%) and 3 cases in which minimal asymptomatic dehiscences occurred. There was rejection of the graft and persistence of the perforation in only one case. No major surgical or postoperative complications associated with the procedure were described. The mean improvement in the audiometric gap was from 17 dB preoperatively to 7 dB after the intervention. Conclusions: The modified Eavey technique is a low morbidity, cost-effective procedure with a technical facility that proves effective for the closure of tympanic perforations in adults and children (AU)

Diente ectópico intranasal / Intranasal ectopic tooth

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Abordaje por fosa media, aplicaciones en lesiones del hueso temporal / Middle fossa approach: Applications in temporal bone lesions

El abordaje por fosa media es una técnica quirúrgica de gran utilidad en la cirugía de base de cráneo lateral. Si bien es cierto, que por sus restringidas indicaciones así como por su complejidad técnica ha tenido una implantación limitada. Presentamos nuestra experiencia en 10 pacientes en los cuales por gran complejidad del proceso, la situación o la extensión de la lesión, el abordaje por fosa media fue el tratamiento de elección. A pesar de la gran complejidad de los casos no hubo ningún caso de mortalidad asociada a la cirugía. De la morbilidad registrada destacar un hematoma epidural y un hematoma córtico-subcortical. La función auditiva se preservó en 5 pacientes de los 7 pacientes que presentan audición en el momento de la cirugía. En 8 pacientes se logró una función facial House/Brackmann I-II y en los 2 restantes no hubo empeoramiento de la misma función. En 9 de los 10 pacientes se realizó una cirugía resolutiva de la patología. El abordaje por fosa media es una técnica quirúrgica segura y fiable. Nos proporciona un gran control y exposición de los diferentes procesos patológicos de la base de cráneo. Consideramos de gran importancia su conocimiento, pues en determinados pacientes puede ser la única alternativa viable y resolutiva, de ahí la importancia de difundir este abordaje en nuestra especialidad (AU)

The middle fossa approach is a surgical technique that is very useful for lateral skull base surgery. However, it is true that it has limited surgical indications and implementation due to its technical complexity. We present our experience in 10 patients in whom the middle fossa approach was the treatment of choice because of the extent of the injury and complexity of the lesion or process. Despite the complexity of the cases, there was no mortality associated with surgery. Postoperative complications were found in 2 patients who presented an epidural hematoma and a cortico-subcortical hematoma. Hearing function was preserved in 5 patients out of the 7 who had adequate hearing at the time of surgery. House/Brackmann I-II facial nerve function was achieved in 8 patients; the remaining 2 had no deterioration of the nerve function. In 9 out of 10 patients, the surgery achieved complete solution of the lesion. The middle fossa approach is a safe and reliable surgical technique. It gives us great control and exposure of different skull base processes. We consider its knowledge of great importance, because it may be the only viable surgical alternative in some specific patients. That is the reason why it is important to learn this approach and know about it in our specialty (AU)

Teratoma de la trompa de Eustaquio / Eustachian tube teratoma

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Tic convulsivo doloroso como manifestación de dolicoestasia y aneurisma vertebrobasilar / Painful tic convulsif as manifestation of vertebrobasilar dolichoectasia and aneurysm

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Hemangioma cavernoso de la membrana timpánica. A propósito de un caso y revisión de la literatura / Cavernous hemangioma of the tympanic membrane. Case report and review of literatura

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Colgajo antebraquial radial en cabeza y cuello: nuestra experiencia / Free radial forearm flap in head and neck: our experience

Introducción: La cirugía oncológica conlleva a importantes defectos y secuelas, así como alteraciones funcionales y cosméticas notables. En este aspecto, la cirugía reconstructiva tiene un papel esencial, permitiendo mayor radicalidad en la exéresis y disminución de las morbilidades funcionales y cosméticas asociadas. El objetivo de este estudio es presentar y evaluar la experiencia y resultados de la Unidad de Microcirugía Reconstructiva del Servicio de Otorrinolaringología de nuestro centro. Métodos: Estudio retrospectivo de procedimientos realizado entre los años 2006-2012. Resultados: Un total de 36 casos fueron revisados. El tumor primario se localizó en la mayoría de los casos en orofaringe (58%). En 5 casos se realizó el procedimiento para reconstrucción y cierre de fístulas (4 faringostomas y una fístula traqueoesofágica). El fracaso por necrosis total fue del 16% (6/39). No se produjo mortalidad asociada. Las complicaciones postoperatorias más frecuentes fueron: dehiscencia de sutura en 5 pacientes y faringostoma (fístula) en 5 casos. La radioterapia previa influyó de forma significativa en el aumento de la incidencia global de las complicaciones (p < 0,05). Conclusiones: Actualmente, la cirugía reconstructiva juega un papel fundamental en la cirugía oncológica de cabeza y cuello. El colgajo radial es un método seguro y fiable para la reconstrucción de la mayoría de defectos en la esfera otorrinolaringológica. Asumir este tipo de intervención ofrece una mayor autonomía y seguridad en la cirugía oncológica (AU)

Introduction: Oncologic surgery leads to important defects and sequelae, as well as notable cosmetic and functional alterations. In this aspect reconstructive surgery has an essential role, allowing more radical excision and lower associated functional and cosmetic morbidities. The aim of this study was to present and evaluate the experience and results of the reconstructive microsurgery unit in our centre's ENT department. Methods: Retrospective study of procedures performed between 2006 and 2012. Results: A total of 36 cases were reviewed. The primary tumour was found in the oropharynx (58%) in the majority of cases. In 5 cases the procedure was performed for reconstruction and fistula closure (4 pharyngostoma and 1 tracheoesophageal fistula). Failure from total necrosis was 16% (6/36). No associated mortality has been reported. The most common postoperative complications were wound dehiscence in 5 patients and pharyngostoma (fistula) in 5 cases. Prior radiotherapy significantly influenced the increase in the overall incidence of complications (P<0.05). Conclusions: Reconstructive surgery currently plays an important role in surgery for head and neck cancer. The radial forearm flap is a safe, reliable method for reconstruction of most defects in the ENT field. This type of intervention provides greater autonomy and safety in surgical oncology (AU)