In the last few decades, technology has come a long way in the field of ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgery. This has led to better results and better care for patients. Here are a few of the most important technological advances in ENT surgery:
Endoscopic Surgery:
Endoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a small, flexible tube with a camera and a light source to look inside the nose and sinuses and perform surgery. This technique has changed the way sinus surgery is done because it makes it easier to see and reach the sinuses. This leads to better results and shorter recovery times.
Robotic Surgery:
Robotic-assisted surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a robotic system to help the surgeon operate with more precision and control. Robotic-assisted surgery has been used in ENT surgery to do things like remove tumors from the throat and neck and do sinus surgery.
3D Printing:
3D printing has changed the way that medical devices and implants, such as those used in ENT surgery, are made. Implants can be made to fit each patient’s body in a way that makes them work better and causes fewer problems.
Laser Surgery:
Laser surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that cuts, burns, or vaporizes tissue with the help of a high-energy laser. Laser surgery is used in ENT surgery to do things like remove tumors and polyps and treat things like snoring and sleep apnea.
Navigation Systems:
Navigation systems use imaging and tracking technology that works in real time to help guide the surgeon while he or she is operating. In ENT surgery, these systems have been used to do things like remove tumors from the base of the skull and do sinus surgery.
Implantable Devices:
For some ENT problems, like hearing loss, tinnitus, and vertigo, implantable devices have been made. Implantable devices are used to treat hearing loss. Two examples are cochlear implants and hearing aids that are attached to the bone.
Virtual Reality:
Virtual reality has been used to simulate ENT surgeries, which gives surgeons a chance to practice and improve their skills before the real thing. This has made things better and cut down on problems.
Conclusion
In conclusion, technological advances have had a big effect on the field of ENT surgery, leading to better results, fewer problems, and better care for patients. As technology keeps getting better, it’s likely that ENT surgery will come up with even more new and interesting ideas.
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Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak has several decades of domain-specific experience under his belt. Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak has over 10 years of experience in his field. The clinician treats and manages a wide range of conditions such as Nasal Polyps, Radiation Necrosis in the Neck, Hyperthyroidism, Goiter
Some of the common conditions treated by the ENT surgeon are hearing loss, tonsillitis, and nasal polyps. The cochlear implant helps bypass the damaged ear and also stimulates the auditory nerve. “Tonsillectomy is the surgical removal of your tonsils and is performed if there is a frequent occurrence of tonsillitis.”
Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak
MBBS, MS ( ENT Specialist)Consultant ENT at Kailash Hospital, Greater Noida, U.P., India
ENT Surgeon – Sharda Hospital, Greater Noida
ENT Surgeon at Doxtreat Healthcare, Noida Sector- 20
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