A case of a nasal polyp originating in the cribriform plate

PubMed: 24057910Nasal polyps were once believed to originate in sinus cavities, and from there to pass through ostia and into the nasal cavity. However, data gained from subsequent anatomic studies revealed that they can actually originate in numerous locations in the sinonasal area. We report a case of a nasal polyp that originated in the cribriform plate, which is a very rare site of origin for a nasal polyp

Is there any correlation between chronic noise-induced hearing loss and mastoid pneumatization volume? A preliminary study

gorgulu, orhan/0000-0001-6566-843XWOS: 000314259700002PubMed: 23409550Is there any correlation between chronic noise-induced hearing loss and mastoid pneumatization volume? A preliminary study. Objectives: To investigate the possible association between chronic noise-induced hearing loss and the volume of mastoid pneumatization. Methodology: The study involved 46 subjects employed in the press and montage department of a gun factory: 28 in the study group with noise-induced hearing loss and 18 in the control group with no hearing loss. The volume of mastoid pneumatization was measured with computed tomography. Student's test was used in the comparison of the mastoid volumes of the study and the control groups. Results: The intergroup evaluations showed no significant difference between the study and control group with regards to age, use of substances or ototoxic drugs, systemic diseases, use of personal hearing protectors, duration of occupational and non-occupational noise exposure was observed (P > 0.05). The mean values of mastoid pneumatization in the study and the control groups were 9717.6 mm(3) and 11005.8 mm(3), respectively. Although the volume of mastoid pneumatization was smaller in the study group than in the control group, this difference was not statistically significant (P > 0.05). Conclusions: This preliminary study showed that there was no significant correlation between mastoid pneumatization volume and chronic noise-induced hearing loss. However, this correlation could be significant in further studies with a larger number of subjects

Treatment of rhinophyma with radiofrequency: a case report

WOS: 000283521500010PubMed: 21090165Treatment of rhinophyma with radiofrequency: a case report. Problem: Rhinophyma is characterized by a slow progressive enlargement of the nasal skin that cannot resolve spontaneously. Clinically, the lower two-thirds of the nose becomes enlarged and hypervascular, developing a reddish-purple discoloration and a nodular appearance. It is believed that rhinophyma represents the end stage of acne rosacea. The treatment modalities are medical and surgical. Case: This study describes a 62-year-old man with rhinophyma that was treated with a radiofrequency technique. The pathological examination was compatible with acne rosacea. After surgery, a broad-spectrum sunscreen was applied until reepithelialization was complete. Conclusion: We recommend the radiofrequency technique for treatment of rhinophyma

Prophylactic stabilization of an incomplete femoral shaft fracture produced by a low velocity gunshot: A case report

Cirpar, Meric/0000-0001-9669-6513WOS: 000235767700040PubMed: 16508510

Simultaneous bucket handle tear of both medial and lateral menisci of a knee with chronic anterior cruciate ligament deficiency

Cirpar, Meric/0000-0001-9669-6513WOS: 000236585800010PubMed: 16032440Bucket handle meniscus tears constitute about 10% of all meniscal tears. Bucket handle tears of medial meniscus is three times more than lateral meniscus. Most of these tears are associated with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) deficiency. Lateral meniscus lesions are more common with acute ACL deficiency, where medial meniscus lesions are more associated with chronic ACL deficiency. We identified bucket handle tears of each meniscus of a 30-year-old male patient while performing diagnostic arthroscopy during ACL reconstruction procedure. We present an ACL deficient knee with bucket handle tears of medial and lateral meniscus of the same knee and discuss the treatment

Common complications of segmental bone transport with Ilizarov technique in defective tibia pseudoarthrosis: A review

In tibial pseudoarthrosis, segmental bone transport with Ilizarov external fixator is being widely applicated all around the world, with encouraging successful outcomes. As the treatment with this technique requires a long period of time, the surgeon may face many problems which may negatively affect the final outcome. Pin tract infection, early or delayed consolidation, axial deviation and translation at the target area, skin inversion, rupture of the bone by the wires and joint contractures or stiffness form the main and common clinical problems. The rate of failure and complications with Ilizarov method used for diaphysial bone defects are so rare when precise technical details are carried out. With other treatment modalities, it is usually too difficult to obtain union synchronously with infection eradication. Thus, the Ilizarov technique presents successful outcomes against some complications mentioned above. Segmental bone transport is a surgical technique in which some of the problems can never be prevented. However, close patient follow up and always keeping the problems in mind make early diagnosis possible. With the early recognition of problems, successful treatment and increased overall outcome can be expected. © 2006 Springer-Verlag

Experience with the surgical treatment of radial polydactyly in adults

Cirpar, Meric/0000-0001-9669-6513WOS: 000232282800006PubMed: 16186699Purpose: The aim of this study is to investigate the functional and cosmetic outcome after surgical reconstruction in adult patients. Methods: Eleven hands of the 10 adult patients with radial polydactyly were treated surgically. Clinical and radiologic examination was performed and cases were classified according to the Wassel system. The outcome was evaluated according to the Modified Wood criteria. Results: Average age of the patients was 20 years (range, 19-23 years) and all patients were male. All of the patients were admitted with the social consequences of the cosmetic problems resulting from the anomaly. Cosmetic and functional results were excellent in 9 cases and good in 2 cases. Conclusion: The findings of this study revealed that radial polydactyly can be surgically reconstructed satisfactorily in adulthood. However, the fact that these patients were mainly admitted as a result of the psychosocial consequences of the cosmetic aspect of the anomaly, we concluded that regardless of age, surgery should not be delayed after diagnosis