In-office procedures

Which is FALSE about vocal fold injection medialization?

• Ideal for treating glottic gap <5mm

• May reduce the need for future laryngeal framework surgeries

• Is not ideal for treating posterior glottic gap

• Can help reduce rate of PNA and length of hospital stay

Which of the following devices has the most evidence behind it?

• ClariFix

• VivAer

• Latera

• RhinAer

Which is true regarding KTP laser?

• It is primarily absorbed by water molecules

• Its wavelength is 585 nm

• It is more destructive than CO2 laser

• It can be used to treat leukoplakia and Reinker's edema

Balloon dilation is effective in _________ sinusitis.

• Maxillary

• Ethmoid

• Sphenoid

• Frontal

Where could you find a posterior tongue tie? (multiple answers)

• A

• B

• C

• D

Which of the following is NOT a canal repositioning maneuver?

• Semont

• Lempert

• Chester

• Gufoni

Which would be appropriate to treat with RFA?

• Predominantly cystic nodule

• Toxic autonomously functioning nodule

• Nodule with microcalcifications and irregular margins

• Hypoechoic nodule; taller than wide

Eustachian balloon dilation is best in:

• Children with recurrent otitis media

• Adults with Eustachian tube dysfunction

• Adults with recurrent barochallenge

• Adults with persistent serous effusions

What is the difference between Botox and Dysport?

• Dysport binds to VAMP instead of SNAP-25

• Dysport binds to post-synaptic receptors to prevent block of ACh signaling

• Dysport uses a different carrier molecule for toxin transportation

• Dysport is more concentrated than Botox  

Which of the following is FALSE about intratympanic dexamethasone for Ménière's disease:

• May slightly reduce recurrence of vertigo in the short term

• May improve hearing outcomes

• May increase the risk of tympanic membrane perforation

• May be more effective when delivered as a hydrogel