Image-Guided Sinus Surgery in Los Angeles

Surgeon for Sinus Conditions in Torrance and Santa Monica

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Overview

What is Image-Guided Sinus Surgery?

Image-guided sinus surgery leverages an innovative image-guided system — The Stryker ENT navigation system powered by Scopis software. This system provides Dr. Daneshrad with detailed, real-time 3D, and augmented reality visuals of the sinus cavities during sinus procedures. Using the Stryker ENT navigation system, doctors can perform safe and precise surgeries, operating with the maximum data concerning each patient's unique anatomy. With this system, surgeons can visualize the location of the instrument tip relative to the structure of the patient’s sinuses with extreme precision.

Image-guided surgery with Stryker ENT navigation system may be recommended instead of endoscopic sinus surgery for a number of medical conditions, including revision sinus surgery, surgery to correct deformed sinus anatomy, surgery to remove a large number of polyps and surgery to remove damaged tissue in hard to see recesses of the sinuses. The enhanced visualization provided by the Scopis system assists the surgeon in avoiding nearby anatomical organs and structures, such as the brain, the carotid artery, and the eye sockets. This is a great advantage since preventing injuries to these areas is always of grave concern.

Offering the most reliable accuracy of any device, this system has customizable, procedure-specific settings and automated instrument verification. It is useful for everything from the simplest to the most complex types of image-guided sinus surgery.

Technology

What Is the Stryker ENT Navigation System?

The Stryker ENT Navigation System powered by Scopis software offers advanced image-guided surgical technology that supports precision and efficiency during ENT procedures. This state-of-the-art system provides real-time visualization of the surgical instruments relative to critical anatomical structures like the carotid artery and optic nerve. At the Daneshrad Clinic, we rely on the Stryker system to give Dr. Daneshrad unparalleled insights into the unique sinus anatomy of each patient. By enabling highly accurate, image-guided surgery, the Stryker ENT Navigation System enhances the safety, precision, and effectiveness of every procedure. Additionally, this technology supports minimally invasive approaches, resulting in reduced discomfort and faster recoveries for our patients.

How Does the Stryker ENT Navigation System Work?

The Stryker ENT Navigation System utilizes cutting-edge technology to improve surgical accuracy. It employs advanced tracking systems integrated with Scopis software to pinpoint the exact location and orientation of surgical instruments. The system incorporates electromagnetic tracking through sensors embedded in the instruments and a reference sensor placed on the patient. This enables precise localization of tools during surgery and real-time updates displayed on the endoscope or surgical microscope.

At the heart of the Stryker system is its augmented reality functionality, which overlays the planned surgical pathway onto live endoscopic images. This unique feature allows Dr. Daneshrad to navigate even the most intricate sinus cavities confidently. The system integrates seamlessly with preoperative imaging, such as CT or MRI scans, to plan the procedure while also offering the capability to record video sequences and capture images during surgery. This powerful combination of features ensures a more accurate, selective, and minimally invasive surgical experience.

What Sinus Surgeries Is the Stryker ENT Navigation System Used For?

The Stryker ENT Navigation System is designed to support conventional ENT-guided surgery, including adenoid removal, frontal sinusotomy, operations involving unconventional sinus anatomy, partial removal of the orbital lamina, and resections of the ethmoid and sphenoid bone.

The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) endorses the use of image-guided surgery for procedures to treat conditions such as the following:

Revision sinus surgery
Distorted sinus anatomy
Extensive sino-nasal polyposis
Pathology involving the frontal, posterior ethmoid, and sphenoid sinus
Disease abutting the skull base, orbit, optic nerve, or carotid artery
CSF rhinorrhea or conditions involving a skull defect
Benign and malignant sino-nasal neoplasms

benefits

Benefits of the Stryker ENT Navigation System in Sinus Surgery

The Stryker ENT Navigation System offers significant benefits during sinus surgery by providing detailed, real-time imagery to guide the procedure. These benefits include:

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Reduces the risk of contact with nearby anatomical structures such as the brain, carotid artery, optic nerve, and eye sockets, enhancing patient safety.

Provides detailed imagery through CT or MRI scans, creating a 3D map of the surgical area before the procedure begins.

Enables Dr. Daneshrad to perform less invasive procedures, reducing post-surgical pain and faster recovery times for patients.

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FAQs About Image-Guided Sinus Surgery

Answers to common questions about Image-Guided Sinus Surgery for treating sinus conditions.

Why Daneshrad

Find the Best Image-Guided Sinus Surgeon in Los Angeles

Renowned as one of the top sinus surgeons in Torrance, Santa Monica, and Los Angeles, Dr. Daneshrad specializes in advanced image-guided sinus surgery, delivering lasting relief for patients with chronic sinusitis. His expertise, combined with our cutting-edge technology, ensures precise and effective treatment. Our caring team offers personalized care at two convenient locations, serving patients throughout Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Torrance, and nearby communities, including Venice, Marina del Rey, Pacific Palisades, and Malibu.