Platinotomy

Platinatomy is an operation to cut or remove part of the base of the stapes. It is performed when the bases are too thick or widened and do not allow the hindfoot socket to be positioned correctly. In addition, this procedure may be necessary to correct joint or tendon problems that are preventing the socket from being positioned correctly.

Platinotomy is an important part of orthopedics and traumatology. This operation is performed both on patients with congenital pathologies of the hindfoot, and after injuries, fractures and tendon sprains. On average, patients experience short-term pain in the area of ​​the operation and periodic chronic pain in the joints of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. However, it works effectively in treatment and provides the possibility of a normal life for the patient.

When performing a platinotomy, various methods are used, including:

1. Small incision - a small incision is made in the area where the thigh meets the lower leg. After this, the connective tissues (ligaments of the sole) are exposed. Areas where there are pathological deposits or vascular changes are identified and dissected. The resulting defect is then closed with various grafts. 2. Laser platinotomy - involves cutting tissue using a laser, which allows you to achieve a more precise edge of the soft tissue defect with minimal trauma. Also, such an incision allows minimal trauma to the tissue and prevents the possibility of infectious complications. 3. Endoscopic platinum

Platinotomy is a surgical operation for paralysis of the glossopharyngeal nerve (VI nerve), which in turn is formed from branches of the glossopharyngeal nerves and can be affected by an inflammatory process, such as a sore throat or an allergic reaction. The operation involves dissection and plastic surgery of tissue, i.e. increasing the length of the process of the hyoid bone to raise the base of the stapes into the pharynx. The vessels and muscles in this area usually recover well on their own.