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M L Navarrete

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PubMed1999

[Stapedectomy versus stapedotomy. Our experience].

Otosclerosis surgery has seen three well-differentiated stages of development: a) SHC fenestration; b) stapes mobilization, and c) platinectomy, a procedure introduced in 1960 by Shea. Since then, only one variation has been proposed: platinotomy. After a comparative study of platinectomy versus platinotomy, we, like other authors, concluded that platinotomy was a better technique because of the ease of execution and good functional results.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1999

[Treatment of idiopathic facial paralysis: corticoids versus acyclovir versus empirical treatment].

Bell's palsy has no specific treatment because its cause is still debated. The most widely accepted theory postulates an immunovirological origin consisting of the reactivation of a silent herpesvirus on the geniculate ganglion. We studied three groups of patients with Bell's palsy who received different treatments in an attempt to discern differences in evolution between treatment groups.

Acyclovir↗
PubMed1998

[The ear of a boxer from Canary islands].

The canary fight is a sport with traditional character deeply-rooted in Spain. The pinna rubbing by bodies contact in hand-to-hand combat produce a typical deformity. We present this pathology not only due to its specific pathogenesis but also as part of the cultural patrimony of Canary Islands (Fortunate Islands).

Adult↗
PubMed1997

[Anomalies of the facial nerve].

An anomaly of the tympanic segment of the facial nerve in an adult cadaver specimen is reported. The second portion of the facial nerve crossed between the stapedal pillars. The rarity of this anomaly, particularly in a well constituted temporal bone, is discussed.

Facial Nerve↗
PubMed1991

Extramedullary nasal plasmacytoma.

The literature on this rare tumour has been reviewed and three cases of nasal plasmacytoma are described. Immunohistochemistry demonstrated cytoplasmic IgA and Kappa determinants in all cases. Two patients are disease-free at the present time, the third developed an IgG-k multiple myeloma, previously not described in the literature.

Aged↗
PubMed1991

Acute epiglottitis in the adult.

Acute epiglottitis in the adult is a rare disease, which has shown an appreciable increase since the sixties and in our locality since 1984. We present a review of the cases registered in our hospital, analyzing their aetiology, evolution and treatment. The disease is most likely to be suspected in the presence of any patient having a sudden dysphagia, especially if he shows symptoms of an acute infection and a lack of oropharyngeal pathology.

Acute Disease↗
PubMed1990

Eosinophilic granuloma of the temporal bone.

Involvement of the temporal bone by eosinophilic granuloma is rare. Two cases are presented and their clinical manifestations, histopathological findings and treatment procedures discussed.

Adult↗
PubMed1990

Nasal myiasis due to Oestrus ovis larvae.

Herein we report our experiences in managing nasal infestation due to fly larvae in an urban population. The nasosinus location is infrequently seen in cases with human infection. The life cycle of the fly (Oestrus ovis) is discussed in view of the clinical features of our case.

Adult↗
PubMedDate not supplied

[Bell's facial paralysis. Study with magnetic resonance and gadolinium].

The facial never was investigated by gadolinium-enhanced MR in 7 patients diagnosed as Bell's Palsy. All cases showed complete facial paralysis, and were studied on the acute phase of the disease. Most Bell's palsy patients demonstrate facial nerve enhancement, usually in the tympanic and labyrinthine segments. No gadolinium enhancement on the opposite facial never was seen in this serie. Because Gad-MR does not appear to influence the therapeutic decision, it may not be necessary in the management of Bell's Palsy.

Adult↗
PubMedDate not supplied

[Idiopathic facial hemispasm: a case report].

A case of prolonged, slowly progressive, idiopathic hemifacial spasm in a 68-year-old man is presented. A suspected cerebellopontine angle lesion was confirmed by MRI and digital angiography. Cerebellopontine angle lesions have to be differentiated from idiopathic hemifacial spasm.

Aged↗