In this episode, Dr. Raj Sindwani, rhinologist at the Cleveland Clinic, joins host Dr. Gopi Shah to discuss advanced navigation systems, such as virtual reality (VR), to improve functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS).

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SYNPOSIS

First, Dr. Sindwani shares how he combines pre-operative imaging data and navigation to plan successful surgeries. Then, he delves into features available in newer navigation systems, including target/anti-target technology, which notifies surgeons as their instruments approach critical structures. He covers topics relevant to navigation in clinical practice, including reimbursement, patient counseling, and troubleshooting in the OR. The episode concludes with a short conversation on the future of navigation-assisted FESS.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - When to Use Navigation

10:42 - Harnessing Augmented Reality for Better Surgical Planning

20:43 - Registering Landmarks with Navigation

22:27 - How Navigation Systems Enhance Surgical Education

27:53 - Navigation in Office-Based Procedures

35:05 - Troubleshooting Problems with Navigation Systems

42:25 - The Future of Navigation-Assisted FESS

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RESOURCES

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Dr. Sindwani’s Cleveland Clinic Profile:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff/14102-raj-sindwani