International Conference on Pathology
_{(Oral & Maxillofacial)} July 27-28, 2020 Madrid, Spain

Biography:

Amber Valentine Forston is a Speech-Language Pathologist who graduated from the University of Kentucky with her MS in Communication Disorders.  She is a Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.  She recently received her credentials to become a Certified Neonatal Therapist (CNT).  She worked for Baptist Health Systems, Inc for 8 years before moving to Florida where she worked for Wolfsons Children’s Hospital and Mayo Florida.  She is now back in Kentucky working for Baptist Health Lexington.  She has experience in adults and pediatrics with feeding and swallowing difficulties including:  bedside swallow evaluations, Modified Barium Swallow studies, FEES, and pediatric feeding evaluations including NICU.  She has experience with head and neck cancer patient including evaluation and treatment of swallowing difficulties, PMV use, and voice after total laryngectomy including TEP.  She has provided guest lectures for the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville on feeding and swallowing topics. She has presented at the hospital level, local, state, national, and international levels on pediatric feeding/swallowing and breastfeeding.

Abstract:

Patients with head and neck cancer often times develop signs and symptoms of dysphagia in their course of diagnosis and treatment. As speech pathologists, beginning the process of evaluation and treatment prior to beginning of radiation treatment provides the best outcomes for patients to maintain most efficient swallowing function. During this presentation, it will be discussed methods of evaluation options for dysphagia prior to and during course of treatment. We will also discuss treatment options and other dysphagia management techniques for this patient population.  

 

Learner Outcomes/Objectives: 1. Learner will identify evaluation methods for diagnosis of dysphagia.

2. Learner will compare treatment options for patients with head and neck cancer who develop dysphagia.

3. Learner will determine options for follow up care/treatment for this patient population.

 

Biography:

Dr Adam Shathur completed his undergraduate Bachelor of Dentistry (BDS) with Honours at Cardiff University in 2018 then went on to complete his Member of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS) qualification in 2019. He is currently working as a Dental Core Trainee in the Maxillofacial Department at St. George’s Hospital in South-West London.

Abstract:

Odontogenic keratocysts (OKC) are a commonly occurring, benign cystic intraossesous lesion, thought to arise from the cell rests of the dental lamina. Most instances of OKC are commonly found in the posterior aspect of the mandible. In rare instances there have been reported cases of OKCs arising in the peripheral gingiva, but these cases are few and far between. Rarer still are the few documented cases of OKCs arising in other soft tissues of the mouth. There are many divided opinions on the diagnosis of these lesions and whether they are truly odontogenic in origin given their location when they are enucleated from a soft tissue area. We present the very first reported case of a patient who presented to our outpatient department whom we diagnosed and treated for a peripheral OKC located in the retromolar trigone mucosa.

Biography:

Almuhanna, Mohammed Ali D.M.D a recent gradute in 2019 from university of Debrecen in Hungary.

 

Abstract:

Infective Endocarditis (IE) is an inflammation of the inner layer of the heart known as the endocardium. It is usually caused by bacteria that form vegetations on the surface of the soft tissues of the heart. The most common bacteria genii which are associated with initiating and propagating the disease are Streptococcus and Staphylococcus. In most cases, these vegetations can develop and go on to cause destruction of the valvular structures of the heart, leading to more severe and potentially life-threatening complications. These vegetations can not only affect the heart musculature, but also the valves too. These vegetations can not only destroy tissues but also break off into smaller pieces and lead to local or systemic emboli.

The treatment for IE is usually life-long and often needs surgical intervention. Because of this, it is more beneficial to the patient if we are able to identify those individuals who are at a high risk, diagnose the condition early and provide effective treatment in advance. It is also important to understand that adequate diagnosis and prophylaxis is vital in avoiding any long-term damage to the heart tissues.

Biography:

Ayman K. Zaghal , Nasser Institute Hospital for Research and Treatment, Cairo

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