Franklin Wu

Dr. Franklin Wu


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Academic Career Length

4Years (2023-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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21 September 2023 in Sinusitis
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CDCamron Davies
Camron Davies
FWFranklin Wu
Franklin Wu
EHEmily Y Huang
Emily Y Huang
MTMasayoshi Takashima
Masayoshi Takashima
Nicholas RowanNicholas Rowan
Nicholas Rowan
OAOmar Gasudraz Ahmed
Omar Gasudraz Ahmed
Central compartment atopic disease (CCAD) is a distinct phenotype within chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) with a pathophysiology that bridges the gap between allergy and CRSwNP, an association that was previously ambiguous. Understanding this endotype and its link to allergic disease is crucial for improved CCAD management. Using a systematic search and an independent dual-reviewer evaluation and data extraction process, this scoping review examines the clinical features, management options, and treatment outcomes of CCAD. Central compartment (CC) polypoid changes of the MT predominantly correlate with allergic rhinitis, increased septal inflammation, oblique MT orientation, and decreased nasal cavity opacification and Lund–Mackay scores compared to other CRSwNP subtypes. CCAD patients also exhibit higher rates of asthma, allergen sensitization, and hyposmia or anosmia. Surgical outcomes, including revision rate and SNOT-22 improvement, are favorable in CCAD as well. In conclusion, CCAD primarily affects atopic individuals and is managed using endoscopic sinus surgery combined with treating the underlying allergy. Continued research is needed to further refine understanding and develop optimal treatment strategies of this emerging CRS subtype.

26 November 2024
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KLKenny Lin
Kenny Lin
FWFranklin Wu
Franklin Wu
DGDaniel Gorelik
Daniel Gorelik
GMGul Moonis
Gul Moonis
LLLawrence R. Lustig
Lawrence R. Lustig