Top Tweets for #SurgicalInterventions

about 2 years ago

The Silent Battle Against Trachoma: WHO's Progress and the Road Ahead https://t.co/YlmGeFd1jU #trachoma #WHO #eyehealth #blindness #vision #ophthalmology #publichealth #diseaseprevention #infectiousdisease #globalhealth #surgicalinterventions #HealthcareForAll #SAFEstrategy @WHO

Kevin Pho, M.D.

@kevinmd

over 2 years ago

Unlocking the power of bariatric surgery in the fight against obesity https://t.co/QRsCgWSM8H #BariatricSurgery #ObesityTreatment #HealthcareApproach #CompassionateCare #MentalWellBeing #HolisticHealth #NoBlame #MedicalOptions #SurgicalInterventions

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George A. Rauscher @GeorgeARauscher

almost 3 years ago

The Human Frontal Sinus: We Need It! #forensic #forensicanthropology #frontalsinus #anatomy #physiology #clinicalresearch #surgicalinterventions #diagnostics #forensicidentification #forensicscience #skullanatomy #medicalresearch #vocalresonance #airconditioning #histology #cranialbones #forensicmedicine #respiratorysystem #forensicstudies #paranasalsinuses The frontal sinus is an intriguing anatomical structure with a complex physiological role that extends far beyond its simple existence as an air-filled cavity. Nestled within the frontal bone of the human skull, this sinus is part of the larger paranasal sinus system that also includes the maxillary, ethmoid, and sphenoid sinuses. Its functions range from air filtration and humidification to contributing to vocal resonance and even playing a role in individual identification in forensic contexts. This paper provides an in-depth exploration of the multifaceted importance of the frontal sinus. The frontal sinus is embedded within the frontal bone, one of the eight cranial bones that make up the human skull. The frontal bone itself is a flat bone consisting of three layers: the outer table, the diploë, and the inner table. The frontal sinus is located between the outer and inner tables of the frontal bone and varies significantly in size, shape, and extent of pneumatization among individuals. Histologically, the frontal sinus is lined with a mucous membrane consisting of pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium. This lining is interspersed with goblet cells that produce mucus and ciliated cells that propel the mucus towards the nasopharynx. This forms part of the body's natural defense mechanism, trapping and removing foreign particles and microorganisms from the airways. One of the primary roles of the frontal sinus is to condition the air we breathe. As air passes through the sinus, it is warmed and humidified, optimizing it for gas exchange when it reaches the alveoli in the lungs. This function is crucial for maintaining effective and efficient respiration. The frontal sinus also contributes to the quality and timbre of the human voice. The air-filled cavity acts as a resonating chamber, affecting the quality of sound produced during phonation. This is particularly important in the context of vocal identity and may even have implications in social and psychological aspects of human interaction. In a clinical setting, the frontal sinus often becomes a point of focus in the diagnosis and management of various conditions. Acute or chronic frontal sinusitis can manifest as severe headaches, facial pain, and even lead to complications like orbital cellulitis. Advanced imaging techniques, such as CT scans, are invaluable tools for detailed anatomical study and for identifying pathological changes. Surgical approaches like Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) are employed for treating chronic sinusitis and anatomical anomalies that impair sinus drainage. Detailed preoperative planning is imperative, and this requires an intimate understanding of the complicated anatomy of the frontal sinus. In forensic anthropology, the unique anatomical variations in the size and shape of the frontal sinus can serve as an identifier, almost akin to a fingerprint. It has been utilized in various scenarios for identification, from criminal investigations to archaeological studies. The frontal sinus is not merely an anatomical oddity; it is a critical structure with far-reaching physiological, clinical, and forensic implications. Its study is not only essential for understanding human anatomy but also for various applied sciences.

GeorgeARauscher's tweet photo. The Human Frontal Sinus: We Need It!

#forensic #forensicanthropology #frontalsinus #anatomy #physiology #clinicalresearch #surgicalinterventions #diagnostics #forensicidentification #forensicscience #skullanatomy #medicalresearch #vocalresonance #airconditioning #histology #cranialbones #forensicmedicine #respiratorysystem #forensicstudies #paranasalsinuses

The frontal sinus is an intriguing anatomical structure with a complex physiological role that extends far beyond its simple existence as an air-filled cavity. Nestled within the frontal bone of the human skull, this sinus is part of the larger paranasal sinus system that also includes the maxillary, ethmoid, and sphenoid sinuses. Its functions range from air filtration and humidification to contributing to vocal resonance and even playing a role in individual identification in forensic contexts. This paper provides an in-depth exploration of the multifaceted importance of the frontal sinus.

The frontal sinus is embedded within the frontal bone, one of the eight cranial bones that make up the human skull. The frontal bone itself is a flat bone consisting of three layers: the outer table, the diploë, and the inner table. The frontal sinus is located between the outer and inner tables of the frontal bone and varies significantly in size, shape, and extent of pneumatization among individuals.

Histologically, the frontal sinus is lined with a mucous membrane consisting of pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium. This lining is interspersed with goblet cells that produce mucus and ciliated cells that propel the mucus towards the nasopharynx. This forms part of the body's natural defense mechanism, trapping and removing foreign particles and microorganisms from the airways.

One of the primary roles of the frontal sinus is to condition the air we breathe. As air passes through the sinus, it is warmed and humidified, optimizing it for gas exchange when it reaches the alveoli in the lungs. This function is crucial for maintaining effective and efficient respiration.

The frontal sinus also contributes to the quality and timbre of the human voice. The air-filled cavity acts as a resonating chamber, affecting the quality of sound produced during phonation. This is particularly important in the context of vocal identity and may even have implications in social and psychological aspects of human interaction.

In a clinical setting, the frontal sinus often becomes a point of focus in the diagnosis and management of various conditions. Acute or chronic frontal sinusitis can manifest as severe headaches, facial pain, and even lead to complications like orbital cellulitis. Advanced imaging techniques, such as CT scans, are invaluable tools for detailed anatomical study and for identifying pathological changes.

Surgical approaches like Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) are employed for treating chronic sinusitis and anatomical anomalies that impair sinus drainage. Detailed preoperative planning is imperative, and this requires an intimate understanding of the complicated anatomy of the frontal sinus.

In forensic anthropology, the unique anatomical variations in the size and shape of the frontal sinus can serve as an identifier, almost akin to a fingerprint. It has been utilized in various scenarios for identification, from criminal investigations to archaeological studies.
The frontal sinus is not merely an anatomical oddity; it is a critical structure with far-reaching physiological, clinical, and forensic implications. Its study is not only essential for understanding human anatomy but also for various applied sciences.

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ORION Trial @ORION_Trial

almost 4 years ago

⭐️Who will be our star site this month?⭐️ #ORIONtrial #haemorrhoids #surgicalinterventions #RCT #clinicaltrial #radiofreqencyablation

Matt Lee @wannabehawkeye

almost 4 years ago

#mars in the middle, Orion bottom right #stargazing

Sheffield CTRU @CTRU_Sheffield

almost 4 years ago

This week on the #ORIONTrial testing #SurgicalInterventions for #haemorrhoids: The team welcomed @boltonnhsft to the study 👋🏻 A reminder to our 🔟 open sites to work on recruitment as we approach the end of October! 👀 keep an eye out for newsletter with important updates!

Proceedings of the IEEE @ProceedingsIEEE

about 4 years ago

"Nascent #surgicalrobotics technology will enable additional new #surgicalinterventions and expand into new surgical domains." Read our guest editors' introduction to the field and find out what's covered in our July special issue -https://t.co/sa6lx8XDyv