Surgical Advances in Otologic Procedures Innovations in Microsurgery, Endoscopic Techniques and Robotic-Assisted Ear Surgery

Dr. Mansi Sharma, Anita Rani, Dipesh Kumar

Otologic Surgery; Ear Microsurgery; Endoscopic Ear Surgery; Robotic Ear Surgery; Otology Innovations; Surgical Otolaryngology.

Otologic surgery has undergone substantial transformation over the past century, evolving from conventional open surgical approaches to advanced microsurgical and minimally invasive techniques. Technological advancements such as surgical microscopy, endoscopic visualisation, powered instrumentation, image-guided navigation, and robotic-assisted surgical systems have enhanced surgical precision, reduced complications, and improved patient outcomes. This cross-sectional analytical study examines recent surgical innovations in otologic procedures and evaluates the clinical outcomes associated with modern surgical techniques among 158 patients. Endoscopic ear surgery and image-guided microsurgical techniques demonstrate improved surgical visualisation, reduced operative trauma, and faster postoperative recovery. Image-guided and robotic-assisted surgery demonstrated the highest hearing improvement scores (F=7.32, p=0.001). Continued research and technological development are expected to further improve surgical outcomes and patient care in the field of otology.

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