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Rigid endoscopy in the out-patient clinic

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  10 April 2015

R Costello  and
H B Whittet
R Costello*
Affiliation:
ENT Department, Singleton Hospital, Swansea, Wales, UK
H B Whittet
Affiliation:
ENT Department, Singleton Hospital, Swansea, Wales, UK
*
Address for correspondence: Mr R Costello, ENT Department, Singleton Hospital, Sketty Lane, Swansea, Wales, UK E-mail: RhodriCostello@doctors.net.uk
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Abstract

Objective:

This paper presents an efficient and ergonomic system for performing rigid endoscopic examination in the out-patient clinic setting. The set-up encourages user comfort, and facilitates clear images of the nasal mucosa, nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses.

Equipment:

This consisted of anti-fog solution, a 5 ml syringe, a cardboard receiver and gauze.

Conclusion:

By using disposable equipment we encourage good infection control practices. We recommend that users of rigid endoscopes in the out-patient setting consider setting up for each patient in this manner.

Keywords

Nasal CavityNoseNasal Mucosa
Type
Short Communications
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 129 , Issue 5 , May 2015 , pp. 502 - 503
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 2015 

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