Otorhinolaryngologic surgical procedures, also known as ENT surgical procedures, refer to a range of surgical interventions conducted to treat disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures. This specialized field of surgery encompasses various medical conditions that affect these regions and require surgical intervention for diagnosis, treatment, or management.
Otorhinolaryngologic surgical procedures are performed by otolaryngologists, or ENT surgeons, who are trained to address conditions such as chronic sinusitis, tonsillitis, nasal polyps, deviated septum, hearing loss, ear infections, vocal cord disorders, head and neck tumors, and various other disorders affecting the nose, throat, and ears.
These surgical procedures may include but are not limited to tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, sinus surgery, septoplasty, myringoplasty, tympanoplasty, cochlear implant surgery, rhinoplasty, laryngectomy, tracheostomy, and various forms of reconstructive surgery in the head and neck region.
Otorhinolaryngologic surgical procedures aim to restore the normal functionality and alleviate the symptoms associated with the disorders affecting the ear, nose, and throat. They can range from minimally invasive procedures performed with endoscopes to more complex surgeries requiring extensive incisions.
These procedures may involve the removal of infected or damaged tissues, reconstruction of anatomical structures, or implantation of medical devices to enhance hearing, breathing, or vocal capabilities.
Otorhinolaryngologic surgical procedures are typically conducted under general anesthesia in a hospital setting, although some minor procedures may be performed in an outpatient clinic. The specific procedure chosen depends on the nature and severity of the condition, as determined by the otolaryngologist's diagnosis and assessment.
