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What is a videotoscopy?

In this article we will explain the videotoscopy test, the objectives of this test, its advantages and disadvantages.

Video otoscopy is a medical procedure used to examine the inside of the ear canal and tympanic membrane. It is performed using an instrument called an otoscope, which has a video camera on the end.

During the procedure, the otoscope is carefully inserted into the patient's ear canal. The video camera on the end of the otoscope transmits real-time images of the inside of the ear to the video monitor, allowing the physician to view the ear canal and tympanic membrane in great detail.

Videotoscopy is a painless, non-invasive procedure used to detect a variety of hearing problems, such as ear infections, ear canal obstructions and other ear problems. It can also be used to evaluate the effectiveness of a treatment for an existing hearing condition.

In summary, video-oscopy is an important tool for the evaluation and treatment of hearing problems, as it allows a clear and detailed visualization of the interior of the ear canal and tympanic membrane.

Objective of videotoscopy?

Videotoscopy is a diagnostic and evaluation technique of the ear that uses an otoscope with a video camera to examine a person's ear canal and middle ear. The objectives of video otoscopy are as follows:

  1. Evaluate the condition of the external ear: Videotoscopy allows the physician to evaluate the condition of the external ear canal, detect possible obstructions, infections, inflammation or other abnormalities.

  2. Evaluate the condition of the eardrum: Videotoscopy also allows the physician to evaluate the condition of the eardrum, detect possible perforations, lesions, infections or fluid accumulations behind the eardrum.

  3. Identify the cause of the symptoms: Videotoscopy is a useful tool to identify the cause of the patient's symptoms, such as ear pain, hearing loss, tinnitus or discharge from the ear.

  4. Monitoring the disease: Videotoscopy can also be used to monitor the disease, to evaluate the success of the treatment or to detect any changes in the patient's condition.

  5. Provide a clear picture to the patient: By utilizing a video camera, video photoscopy allows the patient to see what is happening in their ear canal and middle ear, which can improve understanding of their condition and compliance with treatment.

In summary, the goals of video microscopy are to evaluate the condition of the external auditory canal and middle ear, identify the cause of the symptoms, follow up the disease and provide a clear picture to the patient.

Advantage of videotoscopy?

Video otoscopy is a technique used in medicine to examine a person's ear canal and middle ear using an otoscope with a video camera. This technique offers several advantages over conventional otoscopy, including the following:

  1. Greater diagnostic accuracy: Video otoscopy allows clearer and more detailed visualization of the ear canal and middle ear, enabling the physician to detect even small abnormalities or lesions that might have gone undetected with conventional otoscopy.

  2. Improved documentation capabilities: Videotoscopy allows real-time image and video capture of the ear canal and middle ear, making it easier to document and track changes in the patient's condition over time.

  3. Increased patient comfort: Video otoscopy is less invasive than conventional otoscopy, which means it is more comfortable for the patient. In addition, the use of a patient video camera allows the patient to see what is happening in real time, which can help reduce anxiety and stress.

  4. Improved patient education: By being able to see in real time what is happening in their ear canal and middle ear, patients can better understand their condition and recommended treatments, which can improve their compliance and treatment outcomes.

In summary, video-oscopy is a useful and effective technique that offers several advantages in the diagnosis and treatment of hearing and middle ear problems.

Disadvantages of videotoscopy?

Video otoscopy is a technique used in medicine to examine a person's ear canal and middle ear using an otoscope with a video camera. This technique offers several advantages over conventional otoscopy, including the following:

  1. Greater diagnostic accuracy: Video otoscopy allows clearer and more detailed visualization of the ear canal and middle ear, enabling the physician to detect even small abnormalities or lesions that might have gone undetected with conventional otoscopy.

  2. Improved documentation capabilities: Videotoscopy allows real-time image and video capture of the ear canal and middle ear, making it easier to document and track changes in the patient's condition over time.

  3. Increased patient comfort: Video otoscopy is less invasive than conventional otoscopy, which means it is more comfortable for the patient. In addition, the use of a patient video camera allows the patient to see what is happening in real time, which can help reduce anxiety and stress.

  4. Improved patient education: By being able to see in real time what is happening in their ear canal and middle ear, patients can better understand their condition and recommended treatments, which can improve their compliance and treatment outcomes.

In summary, video-oscopy is a useful and effective technique that offers several advantages in the diagnosis and treatment of hearing and middle ear problems.

CONCLUSION

The center in La Cala de Mijas is equipped with the latest technologies and innovations in the sector, with two soundproof booths and an innovative 360 room for diagnostic tests,unique in Malaga and unique in Andalusia. Thanks to its state-of-the-art equipment, patients can test their hearing from any angle and simulating different situations, such as conversational or noisy spaces.

They have also incorporated an Otoscan hearing scanner, which helps to provide hearing aids to all people suffering from hearing loss. With a maximum level of fitting thanks to the depth and accuracy of the tympanic impressions, reducing the number of adjustments needed due to a bad impression. 

In addition, because the image of the ear canal is placed in a virtual space, people can have their hearing aids in record time.At the first signs of hearing loss, it is vital to go to specialists such as Sontec Hearing CentersThey assess and treat each case individually and seek the best solutions.

From Sontec Hearing Centerswe want to help you in the work of awareness of hearing care and its relationship with health in general, therefore, we have generated this article. As part of our work methodology, our centers offer a free in-depth hearing evaluation, from which we recommend the best solution to the problem according to the needs of each individual.

To this end, we have highly qualified audiologists and audiology professionals, registered in Spain and the United Kingdom, who take care of all the hearing health needs of their clients.

We also work together with the Junta de Andalucía and the Andalusian Health Service, as well as with several organizations based in the United Kingdom.

For more information, please contact any of our hearing centers:

Sontec La Cala de Mijas 

Plaza del Bulevar, 26 B, 29649 Mijas | +34 952-467-675

Sontec Fuengirola

Calle Hermanos Pinzón 4, Edificio Florida II, Local 9ºA, 29640 Fuengirola | +34 952 667 402

info@sontec.es | https://sontec.es

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