Research to be presented tomorrow at the 2015 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPOSM of the American Academy of Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) spans across the otolaryngology specialty. A few highlights include:
Trends in the Incidence of Oropharyngeal Cancers in the U.S.
Oropharyngeal cancer is increasing among younger, white men in the U.S., despite a reduction in tobacco usage.
Abstract: http://oto.sagepub.com/content/153/1_suppl/P45.full#sec-27
Face-Mask Nebulized Antibiotics for Sinusitis in Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis patients use antibiotic nebulizers to control bacteria in the lungs. A simple change to delivering the antibiotics via a facemask could also benefit their sinuses.
Abstract: http://oto.sagepub.com/content/153/1_suppl/P135.full#sec-14
Severity of Sinusitis Symptoms Correlate with Tobacco Smoke Exposure
Tobacco exposure makes sinusitis symptoms even worse.
Abstract: http://oto.sagepub.com/content/153/1_suppl/P135.full#sec-28
Personality Characteristics Associated with Chronic Tinnitus
An individual's personality may influence his or her perception of tinnitus.
Abstract: http://oto.sagepub.com/content/153/1_suppl/P91.full#sec-53
Tobacco Smoke Exposure and Eustachian Tube Disorders in U.S. Children
Is secondhand smoke exposure associated with Eustachian tube disorders in teens?
Abstract: http://oto.sagepub.com/content/153/1_suppl/P135.full#sec-32
A full searchable schedule for the Annual Meeting is online at http://www.entannualmeeting.org. Abstracts of all the research to be presented are available at http://oto.sagepub.com/content/153/1_suppl.toc.
Information for the Media
The AAO-HNSF offers press registration, newsroom workspace, and interview facilitation for credentialed members of the news media. Research abstracts are available in advance of the meeting but in-depth content and quotes collected from author interviews are embargoed until the date and time of presentation at the Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO. Interested news media may request author interviews by contacting newsroom@entnet.org. Additional information can be found online at http://www.entnet.org/content/press-information.
The Newsroom, located across the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Sky Bridge in Room Arts District 7 of the Omni Hotel, will be open 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, and 8:00 am to 12:00 pm on Wednesday.
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About the AAO-HNS/F
The American Academy of Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery, one of the oldest medical associations in the nation, represents about 12,000 physicians and allied health professionals who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. The Academy serves its members by facilitating the advancement of the science and art of medicine related to otolaryngology and by representing the specialty in governmental and socioeconomic issues. The AAO-HNS Foundation works to advance the art, science, and ethical practice of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery through education, research, and lifelong learning. The organization's vision: "Empowering otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeons to deliver the best patient care."