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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Medical Technology

Background:

  • Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) is a minimally invasive approach for chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) unresponsive to medical therapy.
  • Technological innovations have significantly improved the efficacy and safety of FESS.
  • Current endoscopic techniques extend to managing sinus and anterior skull base neoplasms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight recent technological, material, and surgical advancements in endoscopic sinus and skull base procedures.
  • To illustrate how these innovations improve patient care by minimizing morbidity and complications.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on technological advancements in endoscopic sinus and skull base surgery.
  • Discussion of new materials and surgical techniques.
  • Emphasis on image-guided surgical navigation and improved optics/lighting.

Main Results:

  • Technological advances, including improved optics, lighting, instrumentation, and image guidance, have expanded the capabilities of endoscopic sinus surgery.
  • These advancements have reduced the limitations of traditional endoscopic procedures.
  • Evolved techniques now effectively manage benign and malignant neoplasms in the sinuses and anterior skull base.

Conclusions:

  • Modern endoscopic sinus and skull base surgery, driven by technological progress, offers significant symptomatic improvement for patients.
  • These advancements are crucial for minimizing patient morbidity and surgical complications.
  • The evolution of endoscopic techniques provides enhanced management options for complex sinonasal and skull base pathologies.