Research
The Role of Classification of Endoscopic Sinus Surgery in Surgical Planning
Endoscopic sinus surgery being an approach, there is no proper classification system to address the extent of surgery required for Sinonasal pathologies. The current study attempts to propose and evaluate the role and efficacy of a classification system for endoscopic sinus surgery in addressing various Sinonasal and skull base pathologies. Materials and methods: It's a prospective study that included 50 patients. We classified ESS into six types based on the extent of surgery. After thorough evaluation, depending on the extent of the disease, all 50 patients were planned and treated according to the classification. Patients were followed for one year.
The Current Role of Woodman’s Arytenoidectomy in Treating Bilateral Abductor Vocal Cord Palsy
Bilateral abductor vocal cord palsy is one of the most complex laryngeal condition which an otolaryngologist do encounter in their routine practice. Complexity because of the various etiological factors which can affect neurological component anywhere from cerebral cortex to superior mediastinum or local factors like cricoarytenoid fixation. The treatment option is to establish the airway without compromising the voice and lower airway protection from aspiration. Various surgical options have evolved in due course of time ranging from open procedures to laser endoscopic procedures. Objectives: Evaluating the role external arytenoidectomy (woodman’s) in the treatment of bilateral abductor vocal cord paralysis. Materials and methods: It’s a retrospective study including 15 cases of bilateral abductor vocal cord palsy of various etiologies varying from congenital to iatrogenic ones.
