Force effects on anatomical structures in transoral surgery − videolaryngoscopic prototype vs. conventional direct microlaryngoscopy

Direct microlaryngoscopy is a frequently performed procedure in otorhinolaryngology, whereby considerable force is exerted on the patients’ teeth, as well as oropharyngeal and laryngeal structures. Especially in cases of a challenging exposure of the anterior commissure, the cervical spine needs to...

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Main Authors: Schild Leon R., Lemke Dominik, Boehm Felix, Greve Jens, Dürselen Lutz, Scheithauer Marc O., Hoffmann Thomas K., Schuler Patrick J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: De Gruyter 2020-09-01
Series:Current Directions in Biomedical Engineering
Subjects:
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1515/cdbme-2020-0021