Endoscopy of the inner ear.
Endoscopic surgery of the inner ear may be a useful, minimally invasive approach to remove pathologic lesions and yet retain inner ear function. Several different endoscopic inner ear surgical entry sites and strategies that may help to preserve otologic function are described. These endoscopic surgical method alternatives are based on temporal bone studies, prior literature, and clinical patient experiences. Endoscopic inner ear surgery is a challenging, but potentially very useful method to address inner ear problems.
Fritsch
Michael H
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Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Indiana University Medical Center, 702 Barnhill Drive, Suite 0860, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA. mfritsch@iupui.edu
D007758:Ear, Inner / Q000601:surgery*; D004724:Endoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007759:Labyrinth Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D013506:Otologic Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods*