Preliminary experience with exoscope in lacrimal surgery.

Preliminary experience with exoscope in lacrimal surgery.:

Preliminary experience with exoscope in lacrimal surgery.

Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2020 Sep 28;:

Authors: Pirola F, Spriano G, Malvezzi L

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (e-DCR) is the mainstay for lacrimal sac/duct conditions. The purpose is to investigate the role of the exoscope as assisting tool in e-DCR.

METHODS: Primary endpoint were symptoms resolution (epiphora/dacryocystitis) and time for surgery. Qualitative features of the exoscope were analyzed: a questionnaire administered to the surgical team allowed to evaluate the perceived quality of this technology.

CONCLUSIONS: The exoscope is a new tool that may support e-DCR. It has comparable results on symptoms outcomes and time for surgery than classic e-DCR. This new technology was accepted by all team members and showed great teaching potential.



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