MEDICAL SURGICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGIES - The new technologies of head and neck surgery
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Basic knowledge of head and neck anatomy and pathophysiology, acquired in previous courses.
Oral exam covering all topics discussed. Assessment criteria: completeness and accuracy of knowledge, ability to present clearly and logically, appropriate use of technical-scientific terminology, ability to integrate theory and clinical practice. Final grade expressed in thirtieths.
The course provides an up-to-date overview of major innovative technologies applied to head and neck surgery, with a focus on planning tools, intraoperative guidance systems, biocompatible materials, and prosthetic solutions. The aim is to equip students with the theoretical skills needed to understand the principles, indications, and limitations of such technologies, fostering a critical approach to their clinical application.
- Neuronavigation in ENT surgery - Intraoperative cranial nerve monitoring in neck surgery - External approaches to the frontal sinus and CAD/CAM reconstruction - Innovative surgical materials in ENT: bioengineering and clinical applications - Mandibular defect reconstruction - Visualisation systems in ENT surgery - Technology of hearing prostheses
1. Neuronavigation in ENT surgery: principles, applications, limitations and advantages. 2. Intraoperative cranial nerve monitoring: relevant anatomy and physiology, techniques and equipment. 3. External approaches to the frontal sinus: indications, techniques, materials and CAD/CAM technology. 4. Innovative surgical materials: types of bioengineered materials and clinical applications in ENT. 5. Mandibular defect reconstruction: microsurgical techniques, grafts and customised plates. 6. Visualisation systems in ENT: high-definition endoscopy, 3D systems and augmented reality. 7. Hearing prostheses: principles of operation, types and indications.
Lectures with multimedia support (images, surgical videos, presentations). Clinical case discussions to foster practical application of knowledge. Analysis of scientific articles and international guidelines.
Office hours by appointment via e-mail (paolo.battaglia@uninsubria.it). Slides and materials available on the e-learning platform.