dysphagia
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Speech and Swallowing Impairments in Herpes Zoster: A Case Report
Abstract: Herpes zoster (HZ), caused by reactivation of varicella-zoster virus, can extend beyond dermatological manifestations to involve cranial nerves, resulting in complex speech and swallowing deficits. This case report presents a 54-year-old male with herpes zoster–related cranial neuropathy, who developed unilateral vocal fold paralysis, dysphonia, and dysphagia. Comprehensive assessment included perceptual, acoustic, endoscopic, and patient-reported outcome measures. Perceptual voice evaluation revealed severe dysphonia with breathiness, asthenia, strain, and reduced loudness, confirmed …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 Read article
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Restoring Swallowing Freedom: A Triumph Over Achalasia Cardia Type III- A Case Report
Abstract: This case report explores the rare occurrence of achalasia cardia in a 24-year-old male in India, highlighting the unique challenges in diagnosis and treatment. The atypical demographic and the efficacy of laparoscopic Heller's myotomy with Dor's fundoplication underscore the importance of reporting such cases. The background reveals an unusual presentation of achalasia cardia in a 24-year-old male at Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, justifying its documentation due to the infrequency of this …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Bypass Operation by Single-Style Esophageal Plasty Using Small Intestines for Patients with End-Stage Esophageal Cancer which was Impossible to be Cured Radically
Abstract: The purpose of the present study was to figure out the possibility of the bypass operation in esophageal cancer which is impossible to be cured radically and its effect on the survival rate and quality of life of the patients. In recent years, the incidence of esophageal cancer has been increasing thus there are many problems occurring in keeping the quality of life. Especially gastrostomy is done in order to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article