International palate surgery questionnaire
Por:
Bahgat A, Alkan U, Carrasco Ilatas M, Dos Santos Sobreira Nunes H, Iannella G, Meccariello G, Cannavicci A, De Vito A, Vicini C, Lechien JR, Calvo-Henriquez C, Chiesa-Estomba C, Bianchi G and Cammaroto G
Publicada:
1 may 2023
Ahead of Print:
1 jun 2022
Resumen:
Background This international study aimed at determining current routine palate surgeries and surgical methods adopted by otolaryngologists who practice surgical management of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Methods An international online survey was developed with the collaboration of the YO-IFOS (Young Otolaryngologists-International Federation of Otorhinolaryngological Societies) to assess the current routines in palatal procedures. The surgeons were asked 33 multiple-choice questions.
Results A total of 141 sleep surgeons answered the questionnaire, of whom 27% were from Africa, 30% from Asia, 24% from Centre-South America, and 19% from Europe. According to otolaryngology surgical specialties, 51% were sleep surgeons, 31% general ENTs, 8% Rhinologists, 7% Head & Neck surgeons, 2% otologists, and 1% maxillofacial surgeons. Of the 141 respondents, 51% answered they were sleep specialists, whereas 49% were non-sleep specialists. According to specific medical degree, 38% were specialists, 33% were consultants, 25% were professors, and 4% were residents or trainees.
Conclusion This study gives an overview of the current surgical practice in OSA management in otolaryngology in different countries.
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