Abstract
The “Cochrane Corner” is a quarterly section in the Journal that highlights systematic reviews relevant to otolaryngology–head and neck surgery, with invited commentary to aid clinical decision making. This installment features an updated Cochrane Review titled “Sublingual Immunotherapy for Allergic Rhinitis,” which strengthens conclusions of the original 2003 review that sublingual immunotherapy is a safe and effective treatment strategy.
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