Simple Summary Complete removal of the larynx (total laryngectomy) offers a curative
approach for advanced laryngeal and pharyngeal cancer. If the operation is performed after …

Objective To identify predictors of unplanned hospitalization and emergency department
(ED) use among head and neck oncology patients. Methods Peer reviewed publications …

Background Low skeletal muscle mass (SMM) is associated with postoperative
complications, prolonged hospital stay, and short overall survival (OS) in surgical oncology …

Importance Thirty-day hospital readmissions have substantial direct costs and are
increasingly used as a measure of quality care. However, data regarding the risk factors and …

Objective This research aimed to investigate the variations in clinical features and prognosis
of HABP caused by E. coli and K. pneumoniae. We also aimed to evaluate the risk variables …

Objectives Half of the patients presenting with head and neck tumor are malnourished at the
outset of treatment. Muscle mass loss (sarcopenia) seems to be critical. The aim of the …

Objective: Evaluate the impact of a patient phone calls and virtual wound checks within 72
hours of discharge on reducing emergency room (ER) visits and readmissions. Methods …

Objective To assess if there is increased risk of free flap failure in renal failure patients
undergoing head and neck reconstruction. We seek to primarily assess free flap outcomes …

Background Machine learning algorithms are promising tools for smoking status
classification in big patient data sets. Smoking is a risk factor for postoperative complications …

Objective Understanding factors that affect postoperative length of stay (LOS) may improve
patient recovery, hasten postoperative discharge, and minimize institutional costs. This study …