Endoscopic Micro Ear Surgery

What is Endoscopic Ear Surgery?

Endoscopic ear surgery is a cutting-edge technique offered at Kanag ENT Superspeciality Hospital in Meerut. Unlike traditional methods that require incisions and bone removal behind the ear, this minimally-invasive approach uses a small telescope called an endoscope. The endoscope provides a wide view of the ear structures and allows the surgery to be performed through the ear canal, often eliminating the need for larger incisions and extensive dissection.

Benefits of Endoscopic Ear Surgery

• Minimally-Invasive: The procedure typically requires only a small incision in the ear canal, reducing the need for larger cuts and bone removal.
• Enhanced View: The endoscope offers a detailed, panoramic view of the ear, allowing surgeons to see up to thirty times closer than with a microscope.
• Less Pain: Patients often experience less postoperative pain due to fewer and smaller incisions.

How the Endoscope Works

An endoscope is a narrow tube with a lens at the tip, which can be placed very close to the target area. This detailed view helps surgeons navigate around structures without making large incisions or drilling away bone. Angled lenses on the endoscope allow surgeons to see around corners, enhancing the precision of the surgery.

Combining Techniques

Sometimes, the endoscope is used along with a microscope. For example, after removing a growth called a cholesteatoma, a surgeon may use an endoscope to ensure no pieces are left behind. This combination provides the benefits of both tools, optimizing the surgery's effectiveness.

Research and Applications

Kanag ENT Superspeciality Hospital is researching the best uses for endoscopic ear surgery. Currently, it is effective for:

• Repairing eardrum perforations
• Removing cholesteatomas limited to the middle ear
• Correcting issues with the ossicles (middle ear bones) causing conductive hearing loss