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Stapled double head and neck drape for otological procedures

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  15 October 2013

N Amin ,
B Fu ,
J Rutka  and
P Das
N Amin*
Affiliation:
Department of Otorhinolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, UK
B Fu
Affiliation:
Department of Otorhinolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, UK
J Rutka
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University Health Network, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
P Das
Affiliation:
Department of Otorhinolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, UK
*
Address for correspondence: Mr Nikul Amin, 34 Wykeham Road, Kenton HA3 8LJ, UK E-mail: n.amin@doctors.org.uk
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Abstract

Introduction:

During otologic surgical procedures, there is often a dilemma when ensuring that hair is kept out of the surgical field. For a surgeon, the simplest and commonest technique is to liberally shave the head, but this can cause aesthetic concerns for the patient. Failure to keep the area hair-free can lead to a range of adverse surgical outcomes including wound infection and poor scar cosmesis. We describe a technique used in our department to effectively control hair during otologic surgical procedures, with no post-operative aesthetic concerns.

Methods:

The use of re-usable or disposable surgical drapes with disposable skin staples can effectively exclude hair from the operative field throughout the procedure, without fear of the drapes slipping or losing adhesiveness.

Results:

The authors have obtained good results both during and after surgery, using this quick and easily learnt method, with no cases of long-term skin damage or scarring.

Discussion:

We find this to be an effective method of hair and skin preparation for otologic surgical procedures, and suggest it to fellow otorhinolaryngologists as a helpful alternative technique.

Keywords

Otologic Surgical ProceduresSurgical DrapesSurgical Stapling
Type
Short Communications
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 127 , Issue 11 , November 2013 , pp. 1139 - 1140
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 2013 

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