Objectives: To analyze the impact on the quality of life of patients with prominent ears that underwent otoplasty. Methods: 27 patients over 15 years old were included. During the preoperative evaluation a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) was applied in order to measure satisfaction with physical appearance. After two months postoperative VAS and Glasgow Benefit Inventory (GBI) were used to evaluate patients’ qualit...
Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease (LPR) is an extraesophageal manifestation of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Despite the high prevalence and impact, there is no consensus concerning its pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment. OBJECTIVE: This study aims to evaluate the effect of acid solutions associated with pepsin and/or bile acid on the transepithelial electrical resistance (TEER), transepithelial ...