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  Juniper Publishers-Open Access  Journal of Head Neck & Spine Surgery Unilateral Bleeding Polyp in a Child: Lobular Capillary Hemangioma Authored by Sourabha Kumar Patro Abstract Epistaxis, though being common, always attracts special attention from medical professionals due to the nature of bleeding involved in the process. Children presenting with unilateral epistaxis warn otolaryngologists as the cause can vary from nasal foreign bodies to life threatening hemangiomas and angiofibromas. We present a rare case of lobular capillary hemangioma originating from nasal septum in a child who presented with episodes of profuse bleed. Early diagnosis and management with total excision was awarding. The occurrence is rare, however it should be in the differential diagnoses of unilateral nasal bleed in outpatient and emergency settings and strong suspicion is warranted. Keywords: Unilateral bleeding polyp in children; Nasal bleeding polyp; Unilateral nasal bleed; Lob

  Juniper Publishers-Open Access  Journal of Head Neck & Spine Surgery Ameloblastic Carcinoma - Secondary Type, A Rare Case Report and Distinction from Malignant Ameloblastoma Authored by   Sauvik Singha  Abstract Ameloblastic Carcinoma (AC) primarily is an aggressive odontogenic tumour, which histologically consist of features of both ameloblastoma and carcinoma. This requires more aggressive surgical approach then its benign counterpart. Malignant Ameloblastoma (MA) microscopically appears benign but shows metastasis. The authors reported an extremely rare secondary type of Mandibular Ameloblastic Carcinoma of a 50 year old Indian male with a complaint of swelling, trismus, significant bone resorption with tooth mobility. This article discussed about the clinical features, radiographic features, management, and histological characteristics of AC and its distinction from MA. Introduction Ameloblastic Carcinoma(AC) is a rare mali

Juniper Publishers-Open Access  Journal of                 Head Neck & Spine Surgery Mucosal Immunology of Human Head Authored by Ibrahim M S Shnawa Abstract The theme for the immune system of human head is of tripartite nature. The common mucosal immune compartment, the mononuclear phagocyte cell system and the transudate cellular and humoral factors of the systemic immunity. These compartments were covering; natural, cross-road adaptive immune events outcomes. Among which, the common mucosal immune system, which can be mapped into; Cranial- Oral and nasal associate lymphoid tissue, conjunctiva and lachrymal associated lymphoid tissue ,Eustachian tube associate lymphoid tissue, nasopharyngeal associated lymphoid tissue as well as facial skin associated lymphoid tissue. In addition to the mononuclear phagocyte cell system and the natural immune barriers. Keywords: Compartment; Cross-road; Cranial; Head; Immune; Lachrymal; Mucosal; Nasal; Oral

  Juniper Publishers-Open Access  Journal of                 Head Neck & Spine Surgery Rehabilitation of Mid Facial Tissue Defects Due to Gun Shot Injury- A Case Report Authored by V Gopalakrishnan Abstract The extensive damage of the tissues of face and oro-facial region possesses great challenge for the treating dental surgeon to rehabilitate towards near perfect condition physiologically, functionally and esthetically [ 1 , 2 ]. The initial analysis towards the extent of damage is difficult to assess and later due to increase in chances of infection, ischemia and necrosis there are reduced chances towards faster healing, which complicates the reconstruction/rehabilitation part. The rehabilitation of the defects usually involves initial stabilization, definitive reconstruction and later secondary reconstruction by surgical or prosthodontical techniques of restoring the lost tissues/defects. The latest surgical protocol implies the immediate surgical reconstruction as

       Juniper Publishers-Open Access  Journal of                         Head Neck & Spine Surgery Tuberculous Otitis Media with Facial Palsy in Pulmonary Tuberculosis Treated Patient Authored by Abdur Rahman Abstract Tuberculous otitis media is relatively rare and often masquerade as other common otological conditions resulting in delay of diagnosis and complications of disease. It is usually characterized by painless chronic ear discharge with multiple tympanic membrane perforation and presence of abundant granulation tissues in the middle ear on examination. We report the case of a 35 year old man who presented with symptoms of acute otitis media secondary to tuberculosis.. Keywords: Otitis media; Tuberculosis; Tympanic membrane Introduction Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection remains among the most insidious diseases worldwide [ 1 ]. Regarding extra- pulmonary M. tuberculosis infection, 95% of cases involve the he

Juniper Publishers-Open Access  Journal of                 Head Neck & Spine Surgery   KEY3 Laser Treatment Applications in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery   Authored by LJ Walsh Abstract The KEY3 is an advanced Er:YAGlaser system with an inbuilt fluorescence diagnostic system. The laser can be operated manually or with the aid of fluorescence guidance. The latter can be used for “autopilot” guidance of laser surgical procedures. The laser wavelength of 2.94μm is effective for ablating soft tissues as well as bone and tooth structure. Keywords: Clinical oral surgery; Er:YAG ablation; KEY3 laser system; Surgical laser applications Mini Review The KEY3 Laser (KaVo, Biberach, Germany) is an Er:YAG laser system with a wide range of clinical applications in dentistry [ 1 - 3 ]. The laser incorporates an Indium Gallium Arsenide Phosphate visible red diode laser which emits at 655 nm, as an excitation source for fluorescence dia

  Juniper Publishers-Open Access  Journal of                  Head Neck & Spine Surgery Tuberculosis of Cervical Spine  Authored by Amir FZ Abstract Tuberculosis (TB) of spine is part of an extrapulmonary tuberculosis manifestation and is the most common form of skeletal tuberculosis. It affects mostly at the thoracic and lumbar region owing to its blood supply but uncommonly spreads to the cervical spine. This article describes a 67-year-old lady who presented with neck pain secondary to TB of cervical spine. Keywords: Tuberculosis; Spine; Cervical Introduction Cervical TB spine is particularly rare, representing 3-5% of all spinal TB cases [ 1 ]. Mainstay treatments are usually chemotherapy with long duration of anti-tuberculosis medication. Only limited cases are indicated for surgery in which anterior approach to cervical is more favorable [ 2 ]. Case Report We introduce a c