ENDOSCOPY AND ENDOSCOPIC PROCEDURES: MANAGEMENT, TECHNOLOGIES AND METHODS FOR IMPROVEMENT

ENDOSCOPY AND ENDOSCOPIC PROCEDURES: MANAGEMENT, TECHNOLOGIES AND METHODS FOR IMPROVEMENT

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Contents

Preface

Chapter I: Videonasopharyngoscopy of the Velopharyngeal Sphincter during Speech and Swallowing

Abstract

Introduction

Brief Historical View of Endoscopy

Esophageal and Laryngeal Endoscopy

Transnasoendoscopy of the Velopharyngeal Sphincter

Clinical Use of Videonasopharyngoscopy (VNP)

Past, Present and Future of Transnasoendoscopy

Anatomy and Physiology of the Velopharyngeal Sphincter

Levator veli palatini

Tensor veli palatini

Musculus uvulae

Palatopharyngeus

Salpyngopharyngeus

Palatoglossus

Adenoid

Velopharyngeal Motion

Velopharyngeal Insufficiency

Videonasopharyngoscopy

Conclusion

References

Chapter II: Fetal Airway Endoscopy in EXIT (Ex Utero Intrapartum Treatment)

Abstract

Introduction

Background

Imaging of Fetal Airway and Indications for Exit

Extrinsic Fetal Airway Obstruction

Intrinsic Fetal Airway Obstruction

Exit to Manage the Airway

Planning the Exit

The Map of the Operating Room

Algorytm to Manage the Airway

Simulation of Exit

Summary of Exit

References

Chapter III: Diagnostic and Operative Endoscopy in Otorhinolaryngology: Traditional and Emerging Techniques

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Endoscopic Applications in ENT

Nasal Cavity

Endoscopic Surgery for Sinonasal Disease

Endoscopic Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)

Nasopharynx - Oropharynx

Esophagus

Trachea – Bronchi

Larynx

Thyroid - Neck

Salivary Glands

Ear

Conclusion

References

Index