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Catheterization of branchial sinus tracts. A new method
J I Feldman1, D B Kearns, S M Pransky
1Department of Surgery, University of California San Diego 92103.
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|September 1, 1990
Summary
Complete surgical removal of branchial cleft abnormalities prevents recurrence. A novel technique using the Fogarty embolectomy catheter simplifies the difficult task of excising associated sinus tracts and fistulae.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Branchial cleft abnormalities require complete surgical extirpation to prevent disease recurrence.
- Identifying and excising associated sinus tracts and fistulae presents a significant surgical challenge.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a simple and effective technique for the localization and excision of sinus tracts and fistulae associated with branchial cleft abnormalities.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the Fogarty embolectomy catheter as a tool for managing difficult dissections.
- Described a technique for employing the catheter in the surgical extirpation process.
Main Results:
- The Fogarty embolectomy catheter facilitates the localization and excision of challenging sinus tracts and fistulae.
- This technique offers a straightforward approach to a complex surgical maneuver.
Conclusions:
- The described technique using the Fogarty embolectomy catheter is an effective method for improving surgical outcomes in branchial cleft abnormality treatment.
- Simplifying the excision of sinus tracts and fistulae aids in achieving complete surgical extirpation and reducing recurrence.