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Submited on: 08 Nov 2010 06:21:10 PM GMT
Published on: 10 Nov 2010 06:46:10 PM GMT
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In the conclusion bit, it may be repetetive but I think it would be wise to explore the pre-operative albumin status in this group of patients.
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I have about 8 years experience as a doctor in head and neck and Otolaryngology.
- How to cite: Kamani T .is Low Albumin Associated with post-operative pharyngo-cutaneous fistula?[Review of the article 'Is Low Albumin Associated With Post-operative Pharyngo-cutaneous Fistula? ' by Sharp J].WebmedCentral 2014;2(2):WMCRW00450
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Good overall review with relevant statistics.
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Consultant Head and Neck Surgeon
- How to cite: Warner G .Is low albumin associated with post operative pharyngo-cutaneous fistula?[Review of the article 'Is Low Albumin Associated With Post-operative Pharyngo-cutaneous Fistula? ' by Sharp J].WebmedCentral 2014;2(1):WMCRW00349
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This article highlights the complexity of pharyngo-cutaneous fistula and that is cannot be attributed to one specific indicator.
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I am a head and Neck Specialist Dietitian with 20+ years experience
- How to cite: Donaldson M .Review of article Is Low Albumin Associated With Post- operative Pharyngo-cutaneous Fistula?[Review of the article 'Is Low Albumin Associated With Post-operative Pharyngo-cutaneous Fistula? ' by Sharp J].WebmedCentral 2014;2(1):WMCRW00348
The authors aim to demonstrate if there is an association between low albumin and a pharyngocutaneous fistula.
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Yes- It would be an excellent seminar for healthcare professionals providing head and neck care.
Low albumin is associated with poor outcomes in critically ill patients. Pharyngocutaneous fistula is a complication of a laryngectomy. The authors' results suggest that low albumin may be neither associated with nor a contributing cause of a pharyngocutaneous fistula.
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