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Surgical microscopy offers a clear, shared view during cleft lip and palate repair, comparable in time to surgical loupes. This method enhances team communication and surgical precision for better outcomes.

Keywords:
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Area of Science:

  • Cleft lip and palate surgery
  • Surgical technology
  • Microsurgery

Background:

  • Cleft lip and palate repair demands a precise, confined surgical field.
  • Surgical loupes provide magnification but may necessitate additional lighting for deep procedures.
  • Surgical microscopes offer adjustable magnification and a shared, clear view for the entire surgical team.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the efficacy and team experience of surgical microscopy versus surgical loupes in cleft lip and palate repair.
  • To evaluate operating time, complication rates, and staff feedback for both surgical methods.

Main Methods:

  • A comparative study of 18 cleft operations using either surgical loupes or microscopy.
  • Staff nurse questionnaires assessed procedure aspects and areas for improvement.
  • Statistical analysis of operating times, complication rates, and questionnaire scores.

Main Results:

  • Operating time with microscopy was not significantly longer than with surgical loupes.
  • Microscopy facilitated clear sharing of the surgical field via monitors, improving equipment transfer.
  • Preoperative microscope setup did not impede staff nurse duties.

Conclusions:

  • Surgical microscopy is a valuable tool in cleft lip and palate operations.
  • The shared visualization and magnification control enhance surgical precision and team collaboration.