Exoscope-Assisted Surgery in Otorhinolaryngology

Offering a practical, clinically focused approach to the use of the three-dimensional exoscope in the field of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, Exoscope Assisted Surgery in Otorhinolaryngology is an up-to-date, expert guide to the optimal use of this new technology. Written by surgeons with extensive experience in this fast-changing area, this title is an excellent resource for otolaryngologists and oral and maxillofacial surgeons who need a better understanding of the advantages of exoscope technology and its use in various surgical procedures. 

Table of Contents:

    Exoscopic technology explained. Description in details of technological principles and potential clinical applications of exoscopes

    Exoscope vs Microscope in first-time users. Description of experiments performed in the clinical lab by students with the aim of comparing microscope and exoscope in first-time users

    Pre Clinical application of exoscopes in microlaryngeal surgery using the ARTip cruise system. Experiments performed in a dry lab to test micro laryngeal surgery using the exoscope and a new robotic arm.

    The Exoscope in Microlaryngeal surgery. Results on case series

    Laser assisted endoscopic Laryngeal surgery. Clinical results of laryngeal surgery performed using the Co2 laser and Exoscope technology.

    Exoscope-assisted oral and oropharyngeal surgery. Transoral surgery application of exoscopes

    The exoscope in substitution of the microscope in ear surgery. Exoscope application in the commonest ear surgery procedures.

    Lateral skull base surgery using the exoscope. Exoscope clinical experiences in lateral skull base surgery.

    Exoscope and Microscope in Ear Surgery. Exploring advantages and disadvantages of exoscopes compared to microscopes.

    Exoscope assisted dacryocystorhinostomy. How exoscope can integrate and facilitate endoscopic dacryocystorhinolstomy.

    Exoscope application in free flap harvesting. Exoscope as a teaching tool in free flap surgery.

    The exoscope in substitution of the microscope in microvascular anastomosis for head and neck reconstruction.

Armando DeVirgilio, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy PhD in Advanced Technology in Surgery at ?sapienza’ University of Rome Italy Fellow in Head and Neck and Robotic Surgery at Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea Fellow in Head and Neck and Robotic Surgery at Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan Fellow in Head and Neck Surgery and Reconstruction at Rajavithi Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand and Giuseppe Spriano, MD, Professor and Chief of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy Chairman World Congress International Academy of Oral Oncology (IAOO) 2019 Chairman World Congress International Federations of Head and Neck Oncological Societies (IFHNOS) 2022