THE USE OF SURGICAL TELESCOPE IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERIES
The minimally invasive procedure performs many conditions of diagnosing and treating with the help of a surgical telescope. There are two main types of surgical scope (Rigid & Flexible). Flexible endoscopes are needed to thoroughly examine the depths of tubular structures that turn corners (e.g.intestine, bronchial tree, and male canine urethra), but rigid endoscopes are more convenient for examining nontubular structures such as the abdominal cavity, thoracic cavity, or joint spaces, etc. A surgical telescope helps in providing a clear visualization of the infected area which is inside the body. Rigid endoscopes are made of metal tubes that contain a series of high-resolution optical glass rod lenses, and the light channel to allow visualization out of the axis of the telescope and increase the FOV (Field of view) by rotating the instrument. Direct visualization of a diseased area inside the body can be achieved by using a telescope through a small incision in the skin. Rigid endoscopes are commonly used in urology, gynecology, ENT, arthroscopy, endoscopic spine surgery, and general surgery.
IMPORTANCE
Endoscopic technology allows direct, optically controlled access to numerous internal organs without open surgical intervention. The use of endoscopy units has been increasing day by day because of providing the support of the imaging system through a clear image. The endoscope is often fitted with one or more extra channels through which operating instruments may be passed such as electrosurgery probes, manipulating, grasping, crushing forceps, etc. With the versatile telescopes, a full range of endoscopic applications are (Laparoscope, Arthroscope, Hysteroscope, Cystoscope, Rhinoscope, Nephroscope, Encephaloscope, Laryngoscope, etc)
TYPES OF SURGICAL TELESCOPES
- Mini Laparoscope / Laparoscope
- Thorascope
- Cystoscope
- Hysteroscope
- Ureterorenoscope – Direct View
- Ureterorenoscope – Offset Eyeview
- Ureterorenoscope – Tilted Eyepiece
- Mini Arthroscope / Arthroscope
- Otoscope
- Sinuscope
- Laryngoscope
- Bronchoscope
The viewing angle with length and diameter of a telescope is an important consideration it affects both orientation and visual access. The range of viewing angles is.
- Forward – Viewing angle (0 Degree Telescope)
- Forward Oblique angles (12, 30, 45 Degree Telescope)
- Acute Angles (70, 90, 120 Degree Telescope)
The range of diameter starting from 1.6mm to 10mm with a length of 50mm to 341mm. The choice of telescope largely depends on the procedure being performed and the experience of the endoscopist.
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