Fluid Mechanics: Open Access

Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Medical Centre Maribor, Maribor, Slovenia

Publications

• Opinion   
  Laser-Assisted Methods for Classic and Reverse Stapedotomy: Understanding the Impact on Hearing and Balance via Fluid Mechanics
  Author(s): Sachs Yin*
  
  Stapedotomy, a surgical procedure aimed at improving hearing in individuals suffering from otosclerosis, has been a cornerstone in otologic surgery for decades. The procedure involves the creation of a small hole in the stapes bone (one of the tiny bones in the middle ear) to allow sound vibrations to pass more effectively to the inner ear. Traditionally, this procedure has been performed using conventional surgical tools, but advances in laser technology have led to the development of laser-assisted stapedotomy. This approach offers greater precision and reduced trauma compared to conventional methods, but it also introduces new considerations, especially in terms of how laser energy affects the delicate structures of the ear and the overall balance system. In this article, we explore the mechanics of laser-assisted stapedotomy, comparing it with the classic and reverse stapedotomy t.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2476-2296.2024.11.357

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