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New laryngoscope for endoscopic arytenoidectomies
T Yilmaz1, N Süslü1, M D Bajin1
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery,Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine,Ankara,Turkey.
The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|October 16, 2014
Summary
A novel laryngoscope significantly reduces endoscopic arytenoidectomy duration. This surgical instrument improves the surgical field, facilitating posterior laryngeal operations.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Surgical Instrumentation
Background:
- Endoscopic arytenoidectomy requires anterior elevation of the intubation tube for an adequate surgical field.
- Conventional laryngoscopes present challenges in maintaining optimal surgical exposure during this procedure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and evaluate a new laryngoscope designed with a canal and ridge for improved surgical field visualization.
- To compare the efficacy of the new laryngoscope against a regular laryngoscope in endoscopic total arytenoidectomy.
Main Methods:
- A comparative study involving 20 patients undergoing endoscopic total arytenoidectomy.
- Ten patients were operated on using the novel laryngoscope, while the other ten used a standard laryngoscope.
Main Results:
- The median operative time was significantly reduced with the new laryngoscope (39 minutes) compared to the regular laryngoscope (49 minutes) (p < 0.05).
- The new laryngoscope facilitated the procedure by enlarging the surgical field.
Conclusions:
- The new laryngoscope effectively shortens the duration of endoscopic arytenoidectomy.
- This instrument offers enhanced visualization and ease of use, making it a potentially valuable tool for posterior endoscopic laryngeal surgeries.
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