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.
Preliminary experience with exoscope in lacrimal surgery
Spriano, Giuseppe;
2021-01-01
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.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
