14th Functional Endoscopic Sinus & Skull Base Surgery Course (part of ENT Instructional Week 2010)
This comprehensive course on techniques of endoscopic sinus surgery is for both beginners and surgeons who have some experience in endoscopic surgery. Through didactic sessions, cadaver dissections and live surgery demonstrations, this course will focus on delegates acquiring a sound knowledge of the anatomy of the nose and the paranasal sinuses, understanding the indications and techniques, and learning to avoid complications of endoscopic sinus surgery. [PLEASE NOTE: This course DOES NOT count towards Australia & NZ SET course requirements]
| What |
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| When |
Jul 31, 2010
to Aug 02, 2010 |
| Where | Singapore |
| Contact Name | Ms Jessica Leong / Mrs Yap Hanning |
| Contact Phone | Tel: +65 6321 4071 / 6321 4078 Fax: +65 6223 9789 / 6226 0356 |
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Objectives
| The surgeon enrolled in this course should, upon completion, be able
to: Understand the detailed anatomy of the nose and paranasal sinuses Interpret the CT scan of the sinuses in a systematic manner Understand the radiological anatomy of the paranasal sinuses Understand the basic requirements for endoscopic sinus surgery Understand the operation theatre set-up Perform basis sinus surgery procedures Understand uses of the instruments and correct handling of the endoscopes Understand the principles of advanced techniques Perform advanced techniques with experience |
Lectures
| Using interactive multimedia presentations, the morning sessions of the course will discuss: Detailed anatomy of the nose and paranasal sinuses Step-by-step dissection of the lateral nasal wall as relevant to the endoscopic sinus surgeon to complement the participant's understanding of endoscopic anatomy Technique for systematic interpretation of the CT scans of the paranasal sinuses to assist the delegates in understanding the radiological anatomy Pathophysiology of sinusitis, polyps and fungal sinusitis Indications, preoperative preparation, postoperative care for endoscopic sinus surgery Basic principles of endoscopic sinus surgery Surgery of the frontal recess, sphenoid sinus, orbit and skullbase Digitised video clips of intraoperative situations and solutions Safety in endoscopic sinus surgery Complications and their management |
Cadaver Dissection
The afternoon sessions on both days will be hands-on cadaver dissection. Dissection of the lateral nasal wall and endoscopic dissection will be demonstrated. Fresh frozen cadaver specimens, endoscopes, dissection instruments and video monitors will be provided.
