Ossification of the anterior longitudinal ligament observed during upper endoscopy for dysphagia

Yonenaga, Kazumichi; Maita, Hiroki; Yonehara, Yoshiyuki; Namaki, Shunsuke; Suenaga, Hideyuki; Takato, Tsuyoshi

doi:10.1016/s1348-8643(16)30001-5

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“…In particular, a fiberscope, in the hands of a physician or dentist, allows for relatively easy observation of the pharynx and larynx. [10][11] However, it is not realistic to use a cephalometer or a fiberscope in all patients undergoing screening.…”

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Association between the Mallampati score and maximal mouth opening in patients with obstructive sleep apnea

Yonenaga

Taga

Eno

et al. 2020

Oral Science International

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This study aimed to evaluate the association between the Mallampati score and other anatomical indicators, including maximal mouth opening and body mass index (BMI). We also evaluated the association between the Mallampati score and the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) to confirm the scores' validity in predicting obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Methods: We recruited patients with confirmed OSA who visited JR Tokyo General Hospital for oral appliance therapy between January 2016 and June 2019. The coefficients of determination were calculated by ordinary least square regression to evaluate the association between (a) the Mallampati score and maximal mouth opening, (b) AHI and BMI, and (c) the Mallampati score and AHI. Results:We included 82 patients with an average (standard deviation) Mallampati score of 2.2 (0.9) and mouth opening capacity of 48.7 (6.5) mm. The Mallampati score was inversely associated with maximal mouth opening (R 2 = 0.189, P < .01). A higher BMI was associated with a higher AHI (R 2 = 0.115, P < .01). No significant association was found between the Mallampati score and the AHI (R 2 = 0.01, P = .33). Conclusion:Although we were not able to confirm the association between the Mallampati score and the AHI that was reported previously, the Mallampati score was found to be inversely associated with the extent of mouth opening. K E Y W O R D S apnea-hypopnea index, body mass index, Mallampati score, maximal mouth opening, sleep apnea syndrome How to cite this article: Yonenaga K, Taga H, Eno Y, et al. Association between the Mallampati score and maximal mouth opening in patients with obstructive sleep apnea. Oral

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Association between the Mallampati score and maximal mouth opening in patients with obstructive sleep apnea

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Effect of xanthan gum‐thickened liquid aspiration on the lungs in a mouse model

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Minagi

Usami

et al. 2020

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Objectives/HypothesisTo modify liquid viscosity is a common practice used in patients with dysphagia to avoid aspiration. Although accidentally aspirating small amount occurs frequently in patient‐care settings, the effect of aspirating a small amount thickened fluids on lungs is not clear. The purpose of the present study was to investigate the effect of xanthan gum‐thickened liquid aspiration on the lungs.MethodsICR mice were randomly divided into three experimental groups: saline, low thickened saline, and high thickened saline. To induce aspiration, we administered each reagent through a single intratracheal instillation at a dose of 0.3 ml kg−1 body weight. The mice were euthanized at specific time points (at 1, 3, and 7 days), and the respiratory clearance of the aspirated materials and the effects of the aspiration on lung tissue, physiological function, inflammatory responses, and alveolar capillary barrier permeability were evaluated.ResultsThe results showed that when thickened saline was aspirated, the aspirated material did not spontaneously resolve for at least a week in the lungs, though saline did. In addition, thickened saline aspiration caused short‐term inflammatory responses and a prolonged increase in alveolar capillary barrier permeability. The alterations of the alveolar capillary barrier permeability remained significantly elevated at day 7 in high thickened saline compared with saline. There were no significant differences in the physiological and histological findings between the aspiration of saline and thickened saline.ConclusionsThese results suggest that xanthan gum‐thickened liquid aspiration can extend the duration of lung injury.

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Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis of the cervical spine causing dysphagia and airway obstruction: an updated systematic review

Harlianto¹,

Kuperus²,

Hoesein³

et al. 2022

The Spine Journal

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Ossification of the anterior longitudinal ligament observed during upper endoscopy for dysphagia

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Association between the Mallampati score and maximal mouth opening in patients with obstructive sleep apnea

Association between the Mallampati score and maximal mouth opening in patients with obstructive sleep apnea

Effect of xanthan gum‐thickened liquid aspiration on the lungs in a mouse model

Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis of the cervical spine causing dysphagia and airway obstruction: an updated systematic review

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