COVID-19 and otologic surgery

Donald Tan; Kristen L. Yancey; Jacob B. Hunter

doi:10.1016/j.otot.2022.04.004

COVID-19 and otologic surgery

Donald Tan, Kristen L. Yancey, Jacob B. Hunter

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Abstract

In this article, we aim to summarize the impacts of COVID-19 on the practice of otologic surgery. Cadaveric studies have indicated COVID-19 viral particles are present in the middle ear mucosa of infected hosts. Otologic procedures can generate significant amounts of droplets due to reliance on high-speed drills. Multiple guidelines have been developed to improve patient and provider safety peri-operatively. Particle dispersion can be mitigated during microscopic mastoidectomy by utilizing barrier drape techniques. The barrier drape may similarly be applied to the surgical exoscope. Endoscopic techniques have theoretical improved safety benefits by minimizing the need for drilling. The discoveries and innovations borne of the COVID-19 pandemic will lay the groundwork for the practice of otology amidst future pandemics.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	96-102
Number of pages	7
Journal	Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Volume	33
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.otot.2022.04.004
State	Published - Jun 2022

Keywords

COVID-19
Cadaver
Ear
Endoscopy
Humans
Mastoidectomy
Middle
Mucous Membrane
Otolaryngology
Pandemics
SARS-CoV-2
Virion

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Surgery
Otorhinolaryngology

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