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2. Balloon Eustachian tuboplasty - Wikipedia

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   Balloon Eustachian tuboplasty (BET) [1] is a minimally invasive procedure for the causal treatment of Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD), an often-chronic disorder in which the regulation of middle ear pressure and the removal of secretions are impaired. The dysfunction often causes significant discomfort in affected patients and can trigger ...

3. Why do my ears feel clogged? 5 Things you can do right now. - AOL

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   For those with Eustachian tube dysfunction, their ear has a hard time equalizing the pressure. ... If you think you might have fluid in your ear, it is important to see a doctor so that they can ...

4. List of instruments used in otorhinolaryngology, head and ...

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   in unconscious patient (single cuff is sufficient); used in permanent tracheostomy (with two cuffs); has a balloon (cuff) that is inflated to occlude the airway around the tube to prevent aspiration of fluids into the lungs •Jackson's: metal double tube and a pilot Retractor's (single or double hook) to retract tissues Tracheal hooks (blunt ...

5. Eustachian tube dysfunction - Wikipedia

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   Dilatation of the eustachian tube using balloon catheter has gained attention as a method of treating eustachian tube obstruction. There are two methods of performing this procedure depending on the route of the catheter introduction and the area of the Eustachian tube to be dilated. [13] [14] [15]

6. Endoscopic ear surgery - Wikipedia

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   Using 30 degrees endoscope to look into the bony Eustachian tube on a right ear. * indicates opening of the cartilaginous tube. ca: carotid artery. ttm: Tensor Tympani Muscle. prs: Protympanic spine. sbtr: Subtubal Recess. The Eustachian tube plays the primary role in the pathophysiology of disorders of the middle ear. Access to the proximal ...

7. Patulous Eustachian tube - Wikipedia

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   Patulous Eustachian tube is a physical disorder. The exact causes may vary depending on the person and are often unknown. [5] Weight loss is a commonly cited cause of the disorder due to the nature of the Eustachian tube itself and is associated with approximately one-third of reported cases. [6]