Speleotomy

Speleotomy is a surgical operation in which the wall of the body cavity of the body is dissected in order to gain access to the internal organs. It is used in various fields of medicine, including ophthalmology, otolaryngology, neurosurgery and others.

Speleotomy can be performed either open or endoscopically. In an open speleotomy, an incision is made in the skin, muscle, and fascia to gain access to internal structures. Endoscopic speleotomy is performed through small incisions or punctures, which avoids major tissue damage and reduces the risk of complications.

In ophthalmology, speleotomy is used to access the eyeball, cornea or retina. This may be necessary during eye surgery, such as cataract removal or glaucoma treatment.

Otolaryngologists use speleotomy for ear, nose, or throat surgery. This includes removing tumors, correcting defects, and restoring airway patency.

Neurosurgeons perform a speleotomy to access the brain or spinal cord. This may be needed to treat tumors, infections, or other diseases.

Speleotomy is also used in other areas of medicine to access organs and tissues, for example, to perform biopsies, remove cysts, or implant prostheses.

Although speleotomy is a safe procedure, it may have some risks. This can include bleeding, infection, and damage to nerves and other structures. Therefore, before performing the operation, it is necessary to carefully assess all the risks and choose the optimal access method.

Speleotomy or involuntary surgical dissection of the nasal cavity is an independent intervention in the nasal cavity in order to restore the functionality of the nasal cavity without first dissecting it. Involuntary surgery is performed solely for medical reasons