Role of laser myringotomy in a pediatric otolaryngology practice: initial experience

Udayan K. Shah M.D.

doi:10.1117/12.427823

21 May 2001 Role of laser myringotomy in a pediatric otolaryngology practice: initial experience

Udayan K. Shah M.D.

Proceedings Volume 4244, Lasers in Surgery: Advanced Characterization, Therapeutics, and Systems XI; (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.427823
Event: BiOS 2001 The International Symposium on Biomedical Optics, 2001, San Jose, CA, United States

Abstract

A new technology (OtoLAM) to fenestrate the tympanic membrane with the carbon dioxide laser (CO₂), in the office or the operating room, has been introduced over the last three years. While not new conceptually, this product offers the ability to easily create a precise window into the middle ear using a portable system. Controversy regarding the indications and benefits of this technique, amplified by the costs of the system and the marketing of the technology prior to extensive clinical testing, has plagued the clinical application of this technology. We report our experience over the past year with this system in a busy pediatric otolaryngology practice. Laser fenestration of the tympanic membrane has been useful for the insertion of tympanostomy tubes, and for the minimally invasive evaluation of the middle ear. Our small experience to date reveals that there is a limited role for laser tympanic membrane fenestration in a busy pediatric otolaryngology practice.

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Udayan K. Shah M.D. "Role of laser myringotomy in a pediatric otolaryngology practice: initial experience", Proc. SPIE 4244, Lasers in Surgery: Advanced Characterization, Therapeutics, and Systems XI, (21 May 2001); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.427823

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