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Few things worry parents and referring clinicians as much as head and neck masses in children making this a relatively common complaint for both the general and pediatric otolaryngologist alike. These are often benign congenital lesions, infections, or reactive lymphadenopathy. But, as discussion of such

Vestibular migraine (VM) has emerged as one of the most common etiologies for recurrent and/or chronic vestibular symptoms in the general population. The presentation of VM can vary widely and often can masquerade as other disease processes, such as Meniere's disease (MD). The

Successful revision endoscopic sinus surgery requires careful preoperative planning, meticulous intraoperative techniques, and ongoing postoperative care. Sinus surgeons can optimize the chances of success by adopting various tips and tricks, which will avoid disappointing outcomes for both patients and physicians. This international panel brings together

Adentonsillectomy is the second most common surgery in children under 13 years of age and OSA/sleep disordered breathing is the most common indication for it to be carried out. Despite this, persistent OSA can occur in 25% to 75% of children after surgery depending

Many techniques have been described for ossicular chain reconstruction (OCR). Despite historic innovations, long-term hearing results with OCR are often less than optimal due to prosthesis issues such as: angulation, dislocation, migration, erosion, and extrusion. Some issues are related to the inimical habitat of

This panel will be presented by four past chairs of the Young Physicians Section who will discuss their career paths. As these past chairs age out of YPS, pathways for their activities and leadership in academia will be presented. Topics will include: accomplishing successful research

This panel addresses controversial, but commonly encountered, issues in the management of benign and malignant parotid disease. We will review the data regarding (1) capsular dissection for tumors; (2) superficial versus total parotidectomy for both primary malignancy and cutaneous metastases; (3) indications for neck dissection

This session is designed for Spanish-speaking authors who already are familiar with the submission process for Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery but would like to better understand additional pearls for successful submission of her or his article for publication. Elements related to recommended reporting

Patients with cleft lip and/or palate are commonly encountered in both general ENT practices as well as subspecialty clinics. As such, a familiarity with the etiology, common problems and recommended management should be a component of every ENT's practice. This lecture will cover

The etiology of laryngotracheal stenosis in adults is often multifactorial. Identification and appropriate management of medical co-morbidities and other systemic disease is essential to achieving an adequate airway following either endoscopic or open laryngotracheal reconstruction. This course will review and present cases of laryngotracheal

Sentinel node biopsy (SNB) is established as standard of care for breast cancer and melanoma. In oral cavity carcinoma, elective neck dissection is recommended due to an approximately 30% chance of occult nodal metastases. This means that greater than 2/3rds of patients undergoing elective

With the increasing use of transoral robotic surgery, p16+ (HPV+) oropharynx squamous cell carcinoma is increasingly being managed surgically. However, the widespread adoption of TORS does not relinquish the general otolaryngologist or head and neck surgeon from following evidence-based medicine and demands even greater

Nasal valve collapse has long been recognized as an important cause of nasal obstruction despite corrective measures that address the septum and turbinates. Many patients who have had previous nasal surgery are reluctant to undergo further major reconstructive surgery and are seeking shortcut procedures to