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Sternocleidomastoid muscle can have multiple attachments

Nayak SB, Soumya KV

Surg Radiol Anat, 2020 06;42(6):717.

PMID: 31984433 DOI: 10.1007/s00276-020-02418-6

Matched MeSH terms: Neck Muscles*

Typhoid spondylodiscitis of the cervical spine

Norisyam Y, Jayamalar T, Foo CH, Ohn KM

BMJ Case Rep, 2023 Dec 21;16(12).

PMID: 38129083 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2023-255033

Spinal infection comprises pyogenic and non-pyogenic spondylodiscitis. This condition may manifest with non-specific clinical symptoms, elevated infective parameters and imaging findings that are difficult to distinguish. The cornerstone of a definitive diagnosis and subsequent successful treatment lies in tissue analysis through culture and histopathological studies. In this context, we present a case of Salmonella pyogenic spondylodiscitis affecting the C5/C6 vertebrae, complicated by Salmonella bacteraemia and characterised by mechanical neck pain that curtails daily activities and overall functioning, although without neurological deficits. The uniqueness of this case stems from its occurrence in an immunocompetent individual from a non-endemic area, with no identifiable sources of Salmonella infection or preceding gastrointestinal symptoms.

Matched MeSH terms: Neck Pain

Fulltext C1 and C2 vertebrae osteomyelitis: A misleading presentation leading to a fatal outcome.

Radhiana, H., Win Mar Salmah, J.

International Medical Journal Malaysia, 2009;8(1):49-51.

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Cervical vertebral osteomyelitis is rare. While an early and correct diagnosis is critical to prevent catastrophic neurological injury, the diagnosis of cervical vertebral osteomyelitis is often difficult because of its rarity and variable symptoms. We present a case of C1 and C2 vertebrae osteomyelitis with a misleading presentation and its fatal outcome.

Matched MeSH terms: Neck

Letter to the Editor regarding "Comparison of cervical and ocular vestibular-evoked myogenic potential responses between tone burst versus chirp stimulation" by Aydin et al

Zakaria MN

Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol, 2023 May;280(5):2633-2634.

PMID: 36689022 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-023-07837-w

Matched MeSH terms: Neck

Submandibular nodal schwannoma: where did it come from?

Abdul Razak SF, Gendeh HS, Idris A

BMJ Case Rep, 2023 Aug 27;16(8).

PMID: 37640417 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2022-253868

SummarySchwannoma, a type of benign neurological tumour arising from Schwann cells, is commonly seen in the head and neck region. However, the incidence of cervical lymph node schwannoma is extremely rare, with only two cases reported in the literature. Schwannomatosis is a disease characterised by a constellation of multiple schwannomas seen in a patient, guided by at least one confirmational histological diagnosis. This is a case of a painless progressively enlarging submandibular swelling which is confirmed as a schwannoma based on histology. The patient is also diagnosed with schwannomatosis as the patient has multiple neurological tumours. Nodal schwannoma has a good prognosis and no documentation of recurrence in the literature. It may arise from sympathetic nerves located within the lymph node.

Matched MeSH terms: Neck

Fulltext Chiropractic care for patients with acute neck pain: results of a pragmatic practice-based feasibility study

Haneline MT, Cooperstein R

J Chiropr Med, 2009 Dec;8(4):143-55.

PMID: 19948305 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcm.2009.08.003

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to determine the feasibility of a chiropractic practice-based research network to investigate the treatment of acute neck pain (ANP) and to report resulting findings.
METHODS: Participating chiropractors recruited sequentially presenting ANP patients on their initial visit to the office. Patients were treated by the chiropractors using their usual methods. Data were prospectively collected by having patients complete the Neck Disability Index, Characteristic Pain Intensity score, and a patient satisfaction questionnaire. Questionnaires were completed during routine office visits at baseline and then at weeks 1, 2, 4, 8, and 26, either in the office or by mail.
RESULTS: Ten chiropractors supplied data on 99 patients. The number of cases contributed by each of the participating chiropractors ranged from 1 to 54, with a mean (SD) of 9.2 (10.5). Mean (SD) Neck Disability Index scores were 36 (17.9) at baseline and 9.8 (12.2) at the final evaluation; the Characteristic Pain Intensity scores were initially 55.3 (20.4) and were 24.5 (21.5) at the final evaluation. Transient minimal adverse effects were reported by chiropractors for only 7 (7.8%) patients. No serious adverse reactions were reported.
CONCLUSION: The practice-based research methodology used in this study appears to be a feasible way to investigate chiropractic care for ANP, and its methodologies could be used to plan future research.

Matched MeSH terms: Neck Pain*

Fulltext Rigid endoscope guided removal of penetrated embedded neck foreign body

Paul M, Kalimuthu S, Banu C, Marimuthu S

Trauma Case Rep, 2018 Dec;18:5-7.

PMID: 30505922 DOI: 10.1016/j.tcr.2018.11.002

Penetrative neck injury can cause potentially fatal damage to the neck. Removing those fully embedded small foreign bodies secondary to ballistic trauma can be technically challenging. Neck exploration under direct vision may cause more local tissue damage or dislodge the foreign body further. We discussed a case where a small foreign body embedded in the neck caused by ballistic trauma. Successful removal of the foreign body guided by rigid endoscope thru the neck wound was also discussed as a useful tool as it was not ferromagnetic and image intensifier was not available.

Matched MeSH terms: Neck; Neck Injuries

Fulltext "Free Hand" or Wire Guide: To the Editor

Sinha NK, Bhardwaj A

Clin Orthop Surg, 2019 12;11(4):495.

PMID: 31788175 DOI: 10.4055/cios.2019.11.4.495

Matched MeSH terms: Femoral Neck Fractures*

Transoral Surgical Excision Of A Parapharyngeal Space Tumour: Case Report And Literature Review

Awang NMSH, Haron A, Abdullah B

Gulf J Oncolog, 2021 Sep;1(37):85-90.

PMID: 35152200

BACKGROUND: The parapharyngeal tumour is a rare case of head and neck tumour. Benign and malignant tumours can arise from any of the structures contained within the parapharyngeal space. Pleomorphic adenoma is the most typical salivary gland tumour that is found in this space and surgical resection is the main treatment for this tumour. Since the modern era of the medicine, different kinds of diagnostic imaging and surgical approaches have been introduced to evaluate this tumour.

CASE PRESENTATION: We present a case report of a parapharyngeal space mass that was found to be pleomorphic adenoma of minor salivary gland, their clinical presentation, radiological imaging and literature review of the transoral surgical approaches for parapharyngeal tumour.

DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION: The transoral approach remains one of the classical and effective methods for the resection of the benign prestyloid parapharyngeal tumour. The surgeons need to have a good knowledge of diagnostic imaging and surgical techniques to determine which surgical procedure is the best for the patients in order to eradicate the diseases and minimize the complications ultimately.

Matched MeSH terms: Head and Neck Neoplasms*

Fulltext Bilateral isolated mylohyoid groove fracture progressing as submandibular abscess: an usual fracture pattern of mandible

Rajaran JR, Nazimi AJ

BMJ Case Rep, 2021 Mar 17;14(3).

PMID: 33731407 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2020-239542

The mylohyoid ridges or lines are pairs of anatomical bony structures located on the internal or lingual surface of mandible. They are the origin for the mylohyoid muscle. These bony structures are distinct in the mandibular molar region, well protected and gradually become undiscernible towards anterior mandible. Bilateral, isolated fracture of the mylohyoid ridges without concomitant mandibular fracture is rare and, to the best of the authors knowledge, was never previously described. This case report describes an isolated bilateral mylohyoid groove fracture, where one side of a necrotic bone fragment at the fracture site progress to became a nidus of infection, which later caused submandibular space abscess requiring emergency surgical intervention. Diagnosis, possible theory to explain the occurrence of isolated mylohyoid groove fracture and management of these condition are explained in this report.

Matched MeSH terms: Neck Muscles/surgery

Head and Neck Cancer

Ch'ng ES

N Engl J Med, 2020 May 14;382(20):e57.

PMID: 32402178 DOI: 10.1056/NEJMc2001370

Matched MeSH terms: Head and Neck Neoplasms*

Measurement properties of cervical joint position error in people with and without neck pain: a systematic review and narrative synthesis

AlDahas A, Heneghan NR, Althobaiti S, Deane JA, Rushton A, Falla D

BMC Musculoskelet Disord, 2024 Jan 10;25(1):44.

PMID: 38200520 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-023-07111-4

INTRODUCTION: Proprioception can be impaired in people with neck pain. The cervical joint position sense test, which measures joint position error (JPE), is the most common test used to assess neck proprioception. The aim of this systematic review was to assess the measurement properties of this test for the assessment of people with and without neck pain.

METHODS: This systematic review was registered prospectively on Prospero (CRD42020188715). It was designed using the COSMIN guidelines and reported in line with the PRISMA checklist. Two reviewers independently searched Medline, Embase, SportDiscus, and CINAHL Plus databases from inception to the 24th July 2022 with an update of the search conducted until 14th of October 2023. The COSMIN risk of bias checklist was used to assess the risk of bias in each study. The updated criteria for good measurement properties were used to rate individual studies and then the overall pooled results. The level of evidence was rated by two reviewers independently using a modified GRADE approach.

RESULTS: Fifteen studies were included in this review, 13 reporting absolute JPE and 2 reporting constant JPE. The measurement properties assessed were reliability, measurement error, and validity. The measurement of JPE showed sufficient reliability and validity, however, the level of evidence was low/very low for both measurement properties, apart from convergent validity of the constant JPE, which was high.

CONCLUSION: The measure of cervical JPE showed sufficient reliability and validity but with low/very low levels of evidence. Further studies are required to investigate the reliability and validity of this test as well as the responsiveness of the measure.

Matched MeSH terms: Neck*

Intermittent unilateral neck bulge on Valsalva manoeuvre in an adolescent

Saniasiaya J

BMJ Case Rep, 2023 Dec 28;16(12).

PMID: 38154861 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2023-255231

Matched MeSH terms: Neck*

Expression Profile of Circulating Exosomal microRNAs in Leukoplakia, Oral Submucous Fibrosis, and Combined Lesions of Leukoplakia and Oral Submucous Fibrosis

Yasothkumar D, Ramani P, Jayaraman S, Ramalingam K, Tilakaratne WM

Head Neck Pathol, 2024 Mar 27;18(1):28.

PMID: 38536520 DOI: 10.1007/s12105-024-01627-4

OBJECTIVES: This study aims to elucidate the expression of circulating exosomal miRNAs miRNA 21, miRNA 184, and miRNA 145 in the studied groups, including patients with (i) leukoplakia; (ii) oral submucous fibrosis; (iii) oral submucous fibrosis with leukoplakia; (iv) oral squamous cell carcinoma; and (v) healthy individuals.

STUDY DESIGN: An observational study was conducted among 54 patients who reported to the outpatient department of Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals. The patients were divided into three groups: Group I healthy individuals (n = 18), Group II: case group (leukoplakia, OSMF, and leukoplakia and OSMF) (n = 18), and Group III: OSCC (n = 18). Real-time polymerase chain reaction analysis was carried out to assess the expression profiles of miRNA 21, miRNA 184, and miRNA 145. The statistical analysis was calculated using SPSS software version 23.

RESULTS: All three miRNAs showed a statistically significant difference in the one-way ANOVA test between the case group (leukoplakia, OSMF, and leukoplakia and OSMF), healthy group, and OSCC group (p

Matched MeSH terms: Head and Neck Neoplasms*

Effects of using a document holder when typing on head excursion and neck muscle activity among computer users with and without neck pain

Subramaniam A, Singh DKA

Int J Occup Saf Ergon, 2021 Mar;27(1):48-54.

PMID: 30465482 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2018.1543101

Purpose. The aim of this study was to examine the effects of using a document holder while typing on head excursion and neck muscle activity among computer users with and without neck pain. Method. An experimental study including 52 individuals with (n = 26) and without (n = 26) neck pain was conducted. Head excursion and neck muscle activity were measured using an accelerometer and surface electromyography, respectively. Two-way analysis of variance was conducted to examine the effects of using a document holder between computer users with and without neck pain. Results. The results demonstrated a decrease in head excursion (p neck pain had significantly (p neck pain. Conclusion. The results of the study supported the use of a document holder to assist in decreasing head excursion and neck muscle activity. The use of a document holder while typing may be beneficial in preventing repetitive strain injuries among computer users.

Matched MeSH terms: Neck Muscles*; Neck Pain

Fulltext Cricotracheal separation: a case of delayed diagnosis and treatment

Hashima AR, Marina MB, Sani A

Med J Malaysia, 2011 Jun;66(2):144-5.

PMID: 22106697 MyJurnal

A motorcyclist was involved in a motor vehicle accident and presented with respiratory distress and neck swelling with surgical emphysema. He sustained gross tracheal injury, severe pneumothoraces and lung contusions. As intubation was successful, the tracheal injury was not addressed immediately in view of the other severe respiratory problems. Evidence of aspiration lead to further investigations which confirmed the diagnosis 22 days post trauma. Thyrotracheal anastomosis was carried out without stenting. A complete cricotracheal separation is a rare event and can be easily overlooked in the emergency department.

Matched MeSH terms: Neck Injuries/diagnosis*; Neck Injuries/etiology; Neck Injuries/therapy*

Migratory Fish Bone Presented With Extensive Surgical Subcutaneous Emphysema: A Case Report

Muhammad A, Tuang GJ, Zahedi FD, Nik Hussin NR

J Emerg Med, 2021 Jul;61(1):e4-e6.

PMID: 33863569 DOI: 10.1016/j.jemermed.2021.02.022

BACKGROUND: Fishbone ingestion represents a common cause for emergency department (ED) referral. In the majority of cases, an observed fishbone can be easily retrieved in the clinic setting. An impacted fishbone in the throat, albeit uncommon, carries potential risks of life-threatening events. Unusual complications caused by a migrated fishbone, including deep neck abscess, airway obstruction, and major vessels injury, are greatly influenced by the type of ingested fishbone and time between onset and presentation.

CASE REPORT: Here we report an unusual case of surgical subcutaneous emphysema after multiple attempts of purging to remove an ingested fishbone. WHY SHOULD AN EMERGENCY PHYSICIAN BE AWARE OF THIS?: Fishbone foreign body is a common presentation to the ED. A thorough history and examination for the migratory foreign body is essential, as the complications are consequential.

Matched MeSH terms: Neck

Fulltext Anger danger on the ear

Irfan Mohamad, Yaroko, Aliyu A., Fard, Kambiz Karimian

Archives of Orofacial Sciences, 2012;7(1):41-42.

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Assault injury can occur to any parts of the body. Usually the target area is the head, neck, chest and abdomen as they contain many major structures that are vital for life. However, movement of the victim few seconds before the instrument reach the body can redirect the impact to the less fatal part of the body. The outcome may be less fatal but can lead to cosmetically unacceptable condition. (Copied form article).

Matched MeSH terms: Neck

Fulltext The combined Platysma and Temporalis flap: an alternative method of reconstructing the cheek defect

Wan Mahadzir Mustafa, Khairulzaman Adnan

International Medical Journal Malaysia, 2017;16(21):59-59.

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: Reconstruction of the primary defect following resection of primary tumour is part of
the surgical treatment of head and neck cancer.The present paper reports a case of reconstruction
of medium size through and through defect of the cheek with the transverse platysma
myocutaneous flap combined with the temporalis flap. (Copied from article).

Matched MeSH terms: Head and Neck Neoplasms

Fulltext Radio-opacity of commonly consumed bony fish in Kelantan, Malaysia

Irfan M, Ahmad Helmy AK, Wan Shah Jihan WD

Med J Malaysia, 2012 Oct;67(5):491-3.

PMID: 23770865

Fish is one of the major sources of protein among Malaysians. This has made incidents of fish bones lodged in the throat fairly common clinical problems. Plain radiograph, which is the first line of imaging in such cases, has been reported to have low sensitivity. Besides the location, the degree of radio-opacity of the bone is another important factor and is species dependent. This study was undertaken to determine the radio-opacity of bones from commonly consumed fish in Malaysia. A total of 15 types of fish were identified, six of them were opaque even when embedded and three were visualized in the simulated airway. In terms of radio-opacity, the commonly consumed fish in Malaysia possessed opaque bones and this fact can help doctors identify the location of the foreign body in the throat.

Matched MeSH terms: Neck*

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