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Sialendoscopy procedures under local anaesthesia (LA) or LA with sedation (LAS) are well-tolerated and minimally invasive. Most patients report low discomfort and would undergo the procedure again if needed.

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  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Pain Management

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  • Sialendoscopy is a minimally invasive technique for diagnosing and treating salivary gland disorders.
  • Evaluating patient experience is crucial for optimizing minimally invasive procedures like sialendoscopy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate patient experience and compliance during sialendoscopy performed under local anaesthesia (LA) or local anaesthesia with sedation (LAS).

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study involving 89 patients undergoing diagnostic or interventional sialendoscopy under LA/LAS.
  • Patient-reported experiences were collected via a questionnaire, supplemented by data from medical records.

Main Results:

  • 85% of patients reported mild or no discomfort during the procedure, and 89% reported mild or no pain.
  • Post-operative pain was mild or none for 87% of patients.
  • 97% of patients would agree to undergo sialendoscopy again if necessary.

Conclusions:

  • Sialendoscopy under LA/LAS is generally well-tolerated with low patient-reported discomfort.
  • It is a patient-friendly, minimally invasive, and gland-preserving procedure suitable for day surgery.
  • Patient compliance and willingness for future procedures are high.