A5035715692- Sinusitis and nasal conditions
- Head and Neck Surgical Oncology
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Nasal Surgery and Airway Studies
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research
- Allergic Rhinitis and Sensitization
- Tumors and Oncological Cases
- Salivary Gland Tumors Diagnosis and Treatment
- Asthma and respiratory diseases
- Head and Neck Cancer Studies
- Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
- Dysphagia Assessment and Management
- Vascular Malformations and Hemangiomas
- Neuroscience of respiration and sleep
- Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery
- Esophageal and GI Pathology
- Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
- Ocular Surface and Contact Lens
- Streptococcal Infections and Treatments
- Ear Surgery and Otitis Media
- Parvovirus B19 Infection Studies
- Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction Treatments
- Interpreting and Communication in Healthcare
- Pneumothorax, Barotrauma, Emphysema
- Biochemical Analysis and Sensing Techniques
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
2009-2025
Nanyang Technological University
2019-2024
National University of Singapore
2008-2020
North Shore University Hospital
2020
Imperial College London
2020
John Wiley & Sons (United States)
2017
Singapore General Hospital
1991
The frontal recess and sinus anatomy can vary from simple to complex. variations in the of are considerable but almost all be classified if various cell patterns analyzed. This consensus document was developed improve ability surgeon understand these possible variations, plan surgery, communicate complexities when teaching or reporting outcomes. Once understands anatomical pattern cells, extent surgery planned. presents a classification based on classification.
To investigate the prevalence and epidemiological risk factors of olfactory and/or taste disorder (OTD), in particular isolated OTD, patients with laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 infection. We conducted a retrospective cross-sectional study. Patients infection were recruited from National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID) Singapore between 24 March 2020 16 April 2020. The electronic health records these accessed, demographic data symptoms reported (respiratory, self-reported OTD other such...
To review the safety of multilevel surgery in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).Retrospective review.A total 487 consecutive OSA and 1698 surgical procedures from January 2007 to May 2010.Multilevel comprising nasal (endoscopic sinus surgery, septoplasty, inferior turbinate reduction), palate (traditional uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, expansion sphincter pharyngoplasty anterior palatoplasty), tongue (hyoid suspension, radiofrequency base, suspension suture).Surgical complications.The...
Summary Background The importance of assessing health‐related quality life (HRQL) patients with allergic rhinitis (AR) has been well established, but the specific roles rhinitis‐specific or general health instruments have not delineated. Objective We analysed psychometric properties a disease‐specific instrument, Rhinoconjunctivitis Quality‐of‐Life Questionnaire (RQLQ) and Medical Outcome Short‐Form 36 (SF‐36) as they are employed in combination persistent AR clinical practice. Method data...
Endoscopic sinus surgery represents a cornerstone in the professional development of otorhinolaryngology trainees. Mastery these surgical skills requires an understanding paranasal and skull-base anatomy. The frontal is associated with wide range variation complex anatomical configuration, thus important challenge for all trainees performing endoscopic surgery.Forty-five 20 medical school students from 5 academic institutions were enrolled randomized into 1 2 groups. Each subject underwent...
Background The frontal sinus is considered the most challenging to address surgically. There are no current classifications of degree surgical complexity different configurations. aim this study develop a classification system recess surgery based on preoperative computed tomography (CT) scans. Methods Authors were asked submit system. These circulated all authors. Selection final 3 was majority consensus. compared further for time‐taken, ease‐of‐use, and interrater agreement. assessed by...
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), was declared a global pandemic World Health Organization (WHO) on 11 March 2020. 1 As otolaryngologists (ENT surgeons) manage various conditions involving upper airway, they are at particular risk of contracting disease, especially during performance procedures nose, mouth, pharynx and larynx.We wish to share policies personal protective equipment (PPE) instituted Department...
Abstract Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of bipolar radiofrequency volumetric tissue reduction, using Sutter ® technology, in treatment snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnoea. Design: Prospective, non-randomised trial. Methods: Fifty-two patients with simple apnoea underwent palate reduction under local anaesthesia. Results: All were Friedman stage II III, tonsil sizes graded as zero, one or two, a mean body mass index 22.6, age 36.2 years. Seventy-seven per cent reported improvement...
Abstract Background Nasopharyngectomy is emerging as an important treatment option for salvaging locally recurrent nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC). After nasopharyngectomy, resurfacing the nasopharynx and covering internal carotid artery to minimize risk of infection, osteoradionecrosis, rupture. Previous authors have advocated use free grafts skin mucosa this purpose but also described significant rates partial total graft failure. Methods We believe that best most reliable way resurface...
Introduction: Central to the management of a patient with thyroid nodule is evaluation risk malignancy. Postoperative morbidity, though rare, remains concern because its impact on quality life patient. Materials and Methods: A retrospective audit 91 consecutive patients who underwent surgery for nodules, at Department Otolaryngology, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, between January 1995 December 2000. Results: The sensitivity specificity fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) were 60% 100%,...
Mucosal haemangiomas are unusual and typically involve frequently traumatised areas such as the lip, buccal mucosa lateral borders of tongue. Uvular haemangioma is rare to our knowledge, has never been reported cause obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). We report an case uvular causing loud habitual snoring symptoms suggestive OSA. This illustrates a OSA demonstrates efficacy surgery for obvious lesions pharynx.