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European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology
Published in: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology 6/2021

01-06-2021 | Endoscopy | Short Communication

COVID-19 and ear endoscopy in otologic practices

Authors: Stephane Ayache, Walter Kutz, Brandon Isaacson, Mohamed Badr-El-Dine, Joao Flavio Nogueira, Daniele Marchioni, Livio Presutti

Published in: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology | Issue 6/2021

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Abstract

Purpose

Otolaryngologists have had to postpone the majority of surgical procedures in the current COVID-19 pandemic. Airborne transmission, beyond the projection of droplets from upper airways, expose healthcare workers to a risk of viral infection. Aerosol generating procedures (AGP) increase the risk of viral transmission to staff within the operating room.

Methods

Surgery of middle ear and mastoid is also considered an AGP, particularly mastoidectomy performed using a high-speed drill. The authors report their experience in endoscopic ear surgery as an alternative technique to reduce AGP in otologic procedures.

Results

Transcanal endoscopic ear surgery is a reliable technique used to manage many otologic conditions.

Conclusion

The endoscopic approach may reduce the risk of viral transmission to operating room staff by reducing the need for mastoidectomy.
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Metadata
Title
COVID-19 and ear endoscopy in otologic practices
Authors
Stephane Ayache
Walter Kutz
Brandon Isaacson
Mohamed Badr-El-Dine
Joao Flavio Nogueira
Daniele Marchioni
Livio Presutti
Publication date
01-06-2021
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology / Issue 6/2021
Print ISSN: 0937-4477
Electronic ISSN: 1434-4726
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00405-020-06309-9

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