Mark L. Urken

THANC (Thyroid, Head and Neck Cancer) Foundation

Affiliated withTHANC (Thyroid, Head and Neck Cancer) Foundation Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

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JoVE Journal Publications

ArticleTotal : 1	Year
Publication title	2025

Other Publications

Article	Year
Extrathyroidal extension predicts extranodal extension in patients with positive lymph nodes: an important association that may affect clinical management. Thyroid : official journal of the American Thyroid Association\| PubMed ID: 24443878	2014
A survey of variables used by speech-language pathologists to assess function and predict functional recovery in oral cancer patients. Dysphagia\| PubMed ID: 24609610	2014
Very delayed cervical lymph node metastases from hyalinizing clear cell carcinoma: report of 2 cases. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 24824438	2015
Striving toward standardization of reporting of ultrasound features of thyroid nodules and lymph nodes: a multidisciplinary consensus statement. Thyroid : official journal of the American Thyroid Association\| PubMed ID: 24967994	2014
Reconstruction of expanding tracheoesophageal fistulae in post-radiation therapy patients who undergo total laryngectomy with a bipaddled radial forearm free flap: Report of 8 cases. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 25545827	2016
Pediatric odontogenic fibromyxoma of the mandible: Case report and review of the literature. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 25898806	2016
Oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma metastatic to central compartment (level 6) lymph nodes. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 26490846	2016
Staged laryngeal reconstruction with a prefabricated flap for radiation recurrent glottic carcinoma. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 26541762	2016
ACTIVE SURVEILLANCE FOR PAPILLARY THYROID MICROCARCINOMA: NEW CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM. Endocrine practice : official journal of the American College of Endocrinology and the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists\| PubMed ID: 26799628	2016
The Impact of Metastatic Lymph Nodes on Risk Stratification in Differentiated Thyroid Cancer: Have We Reached a Higher Level of Understanding? Thyroid : official journal of the American Thyroid Association\| PubMed ID: 26892765	2016
Inter-Observer Variation in the Pathologic Identification of Minimal Extrathyroidal Extension in Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma. Thyroid : official journal of the American Thyroid Association\| PubMed ID: 26953223	2016
Testing with feedback improves recall of information in informed consent: A proof of concept study. Patient education and counseling\| PubMed ID: 27021781	2016
Improving the adoption of thyroid cancer clinical practice guidelines. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 27074952	2016
Management of a nonhealing forehead wound with a novel frontalis-pericranial flap and a full-thickness skin graft. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 27075214	2016
Challenges of Active Surveillance Protocols for Low-Risk Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma in the United States. Thyroid : official journal of the American Thyroid Association\| PubMed ID: 27079527	2016
Inter-Observer Variation in the Pathologic Identification of Extranodal Extension in Nodal Metastasis from Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma. Thyroid : official journal of the American Thyroid Association\| PubMed ID: 27089928	2016
Safety of transoral surgery for oropharyngeal malignancies: An analysis of the ACS NSQIP. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 27242214	2016
The Ethical Implications of the Reclassification of Noninvasive Follicular Variant Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma. Thyroid : official journal of the American Thyroid Association\| PubMed ID: 27480127	2016
Soft palate reconstruction using a combination of a turn-in flap and a radial forearm flap. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 28052425	2017
Systematic review of site distribution of bone metastases in differentiated thyroid cancer. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 28079945	2017
Intermittent facial spasms as the presenting sign of a recurrent pleomorphic adenoma. World journal of clinical oncology\| PubMed ID: 28246588	2017
Central compartment management in patients with papillary thyroid cancer presenting with metastatic disease to the lateral neck: Anatomic pathways of lymphatic spread. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 28252836	2017
Primary mucosal melanoma of the palatine tonsil: Report of a case and review of the literature. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 28449824	2017
Evaluation of ultrasound reporting for thyroid cancer diagnosis and surveillance. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 28560738	2017
Total lower lip and chin reconstruction with radial forearm free flap: A novel approach. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 28734457	2017
Metastatic squamous cell carcinoma to the superior cervical ganglion mimicking a retropharyngeal lymph node. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 28844495	2017
The folded postauricular flap: A novel approach to reconstruction of large full thickness defects of the conchal bowl. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 28942231	2017
Pathologic Reporting of Tall-Cell Variant of Papillary Thyroid Cancer: Have We Reached a Consensus? Thyroid : official journal of the American Thyroid Association\| PubMed ID: 29020884	2017
The Prevalence of Extranodal Extension in Papillary Thyroid Cancer Based on the Size of the Metastatic Node: Adverse Histologic Features Are Not Limited to Larger Lymph Nodes. Endocrine pathology\| PubMed ID: 29396810	2018
Septic arthritis of the sternoclavicular joint: A unique late complication after tracheostomy. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 29776683	2018
Enhanced interdisciplinary communication: development of an interactive thyroid nodule/cancer disease map. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 30194697	2019
Objective and subjective hyposalivation after treatment for head and neck cancer: Long-term outcomes. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 30325025	2018
Aggressive-Appearing Intratracheal Mass in an Older Woman. JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery\| PubMed ID: 30422150	2019
Osteoradionecrosis of the hyoid bone complicated by pharyngocutaneous fistula: A case report and literature review. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 30558897	2019
Combined mandibular and maxillary reconstruction: Managing sinus secretions and preventing infection. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 30667067	2019
A rare invasion route for differentiated thyroid carcinoma: The tracheoesophageal common party wall. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 30860597	2019
Vagal schwannomas of the head and neck: A comprehensive review and a novel approach to preserving vocal cord innervation and function. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 30957342	2019
A novel approach to neurologic function sparing surgical management of vagal schwannomas: Continuous intraoperative nerve monitoring of the laryngeal adductor reflex. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 31058386	2019
Effects of jaw exercise intervention timing on outcomes following oral and oropharyngeal cancer surgery: Pilot study. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 31407421	2019
Differential Diagnosis Under the Microscope: Crystalloid Granuloma of the Parotid Gland. Ear, nose, & throat journal\| PubMed ID: 31581833	2021
A novel radial forearm free flap design to treat pharyngoesophageal stenosis in combination with the posterior wall of the trachea. Journal of surgical oncology\| PubMed ID: 31733073	2019
Ten patients with high-grade transformation of acinic cell carcinomas: Expression profiling of β-catenin and cyclin D1 is useful. Pathology, research and practice\| PubMed ID: 31812438	2020
Management of orbital complications in palatomaxillary reconstruction: A review of preemptive and corrective measures. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 31837075	2020
Reconstructive and prosthodontic outcomes after multiple palatomaxillary reconstructions. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 31886884	2020
Treatment Decisions in Thyroid Microcarcinomas: Identifying Gaps in Knowledge to Empower Our Patients. Thyroid : official journal of the American Thyroid Association\| PubMed ID: 31964277	2020
Incongruent radiographic indication of calvarial metastatic diploic space invasion with absent histologic findings in a patient with basal cell carcinoma of the scalp. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 32011047	2020
Positive Lymph Node Counts in American Thyroid Association Low-Risk Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma Patients. World journal of surgery\| PubMed ID: 32055968	2020
Harder than just hitting a bulls-eye: treatment for hypothyroidism in children might have more than just one target. Endocrine\| PubMed ID: 32162183	2020
The use of negative pressure wound therapy in the primary setting for high-risk head and neck surgery. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 32299639	2020
Stair-step tracheal repair: Surgical technique. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 32348004	2020
Multifocal Parotid Oncocytic Cystadenomatosis: A Rare Process that Can Mimic Malignancy. Head and neck pathology\| PubMed ID: 32410133	2021
Images in cytology: Fine needle aspiration cytology of BRAF positive anaplastic thyroid carcinoma. Diagnostic cytopathology\| PubMed ID: 32681762	2021
Oral squamous carcinoma: Aggressive tumor pattern of invasion predicts direct mandible invasion. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 32710523	2020
Radiation necrosis of the pharyngeal soft tissue: Unique clinical entity reconstructed with a previously unreported composite brachioradialis and flexor digitorum superficialis radial forear... Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 32783228	2020
Reply to "Function preservation for resection of vagal schwannoma of the head and neck: Are we talking about the same technique?". Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 32881114	2020
Atypical metastasis of nasopharyngeal cancer: noncontiguous spread to the ipsilateral ear. Clinical imaging\| PubMed ID: 33217673	2021
Rare case of metastatic liposarcoma to the thyroid gland and a review of the literature of metastatic sarcomas to the thyroid. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 33220159	2021
Metastatic thyroid carcinoma to the parapharyngeal and retropharyngeal spaces: Systematic review with seven newly reported cases describing an uncommon presentation of a common disease. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 33295689	2021
Extraskeletal Ewing sarcoma of the buccal space. Clinical imaging\| PubMed ID: 33360836	2021
Unusual location of a second branchial cleft cyst presenting in the suprasternal notch. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 33533131	2021
First reported PET positive, FDG avid free flap pedicle ossification and review of the literature. Clinical imaging\| PubMed ID: 33866112	2021
Diagnosis and management of pharyngoesophageal stenosis: A comprehensive approach to prophylactic, endoscopic, and reconstructive treatment options. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 33894689	2021
Fine needle aspiration cytology of metastatic myxoid liposarcoma to the thyroid. Diagnostic cytopathology\| PubMed ID: 33979041	2021
Reconstruction of the external auditory canal: The tragal flap revisited and review of contemporary reconstructive techniques. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 34102581	2021
Rare case of anaplastic plasmacytoma in the sinonasal tract. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 34272912	2021
The anatomical basis for preserving the blood supply to the parathyroids during thyroid surgery, and a review of current technologic advances. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 34375794	2022
Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of the Gingiva: A Case Report and Literature Review. The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology\| PubMed ID: 34706573	2022
Cuneiform (cuniculatum) variant of oral squamous cell carcinoma revisited: Presentation of two cases and literature review of a rare entity. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 35064717	2022
A novel method of hard palate reconstruction utilizing a combination of the buccal fat pad and palatal island flap. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 35188301	2022
Oncocytoid Variant of High-Grade Salivary Duct Carcinoma: A Potential Diagnostic Pitfall. A Report on Two Patients. Head and neck pathology\| PubMed ID: 35257323	2022
A novel technique for management of stenosis of the postlaryngectomy stoma with preservation of a functional tracheoesophageal puncture following tracheal resection. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 35388943	2022
An unusual case of retropharyngeal ectopic parathyroid adenoma. Ear, nose, & throat journal\| PubMed ID: 35538678	2025
Novel technique to prevent or correct open-mouth deformity after bilateral mandibular resection: Use of tensor fascia lata slings. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 35638703	2022
Tall cell variant papillary thyroid carcinoma impacts disease-free survival at the 10 % cut-point on multivariate analysis. Pathology, research and practice\| PubMed ID: 35834884	2022
Utilizing 3D head and neck specimen scanning for intraoperative margin discussions: Proof of concept of our novel approach. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 36065715	2023
Staged Head and Neck Reconstruction: Heresy or a Reasoned Approach in a Select Group of Patients? Craniomaxillofacial trauma & reconstruction\| PubMed ID: 36081675	2022
Radical shift in the communication paradigm in head and neck frozen section analysis: Intraoperative three-dimensional specimen scanning. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 36377564	2023
Psychological adjustment to initial treatment for low-risk thyroid cancer: Preliminary study. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 36495223	2023
Extratumoral invasion: A unique phenomenon of aggressive recurrent oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 36603379	2023
WPOI-5: Accurately Identified at Intraoperative Consultation and Predictive of Occult Cervical Metastases. Head and neck pathology\| PubMed ID: 36849672	2023
Obtaining Access to Tumors of the Conchal Bowl and External Auditory Canal Via Postauricular Sulcus Incision. Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.]\| PubMed ID: 36857161	2023
How I Do It: Sternocleidomastoid Flap Augmentation of Tracheal Repair After Resection for Invasive Thyroid Cancer. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 37067021	2023
Synchronous thyroid cancer and malignant struma ovarii: concordant mutations and microRNA profile, discordant loss of heterozygosity loci. Diagnostic pathology\| PubMed ID: 37072862	2023
A staged approach to oromandibular reconstruction using the iliac crest free flap in the setting of bilateral failed fibula free flaps. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 37255301	2023
Frozen Section Analysis in Head and Neck Surgical Pathology: A Narrative Review of the Past, Present, and Future of Intraoperative Pathologic Consultation. Oral oncology\| PubMed ID: 37285683	2023
Frozen Section Timeout: Pilot Study to Reconcile Margins Using 3D Resected Specimen and Defect Scans. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 37466312	2024
Report of a vagal paraganglioma at the cervicothoracic junction. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 37548094	2023
Intraoperative three-dimensional scanning of head and neck surgical defects: Enhanced communication and documentation of harvested supplemental margins. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 37638591	2023
Thyroid cancer necrosis not evident on imaging: A cautionary case series on poorly differentiated thyroid carcinoma diagnosed only on final pathology. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 37729774	2024
iPad Annotation of 3D Surgical Models Using Procreate®: Novel Documentation of Supplemental Margins. The Laryngoscope\| PubMed ID: 37921378	2024
Metastatic merkel cell carcinoma to the thyroid gland: Case report and review of the literature. American journal of otolaryngology\| PubMed ID: 38604100	2024
Improving Interdisciplinary Communication and Pathology Reporting for Head and Neck Cancer Resections: 3D Visualizations and Margin Reconciliation. Head and neck pathology\| PubMed ID: 39153096	2024
Radiation-Induced Pharyngeal Necrosis and Cervical Spine Osteoradionecrosis in Patients With Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 39512218	2025
Modified Technique for Difficult Secondary Tracheoesophageal Puncture. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 39790090	2025
An anatomic checklist for accurate staging of grossly invasive thyroid cancer. European thyroid journal\| PubMed ID: 39946546	2025
Free Flap Surgery and Oncologic Care of the Pregnant Head and Neck Cancer Patient. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 40145333	2025
Undescended Ectopic Parathyroid Adenoma Within Ectopic Cervical Thymus in the Carotid Sheath. Head & neck\| PubMed ID: 40444454	2025
Identifying and closing information gaps in head and neck cancer surgery. Seminars in oncology\| PubMed ID: 40505388	2025
MarginView3D: A Novel Software Enabling Comprehensive Three-Dimensional Surgical Pathology Documentation for Improved Intra- and Postoperative Cancer Care. Annals of surgical oncology\| PubMed ID: 40616761	2025