Flexible disposable endoscopes - time saver in laser tonsillectomy under local anaesthetic spray.

Mike Dilkes ENT Surgeon MSFRCS
May 11, 2021
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I'm finding these really useful in Zoom consultations for tonsil problems. It allows me to assess whether it is worth the patient making the trip to London for a local anaesthetic spray laser tonsillectomy or whether we need to book a hospital for a general anaesthetic procedure. Saves a lot of time.

7 Comments

alisonmj2

Jul 05, 2022

How big are these flexible endoscope Mike? & can they be easily sourced? Alison

Mike Dilkes ENT Surgeon MSFRCS

Jul 06, 2022

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Yes we just put them in the list to you, no charge. They are disposable bore scopes but perfectly safe as usb powered. Similar in size to a normal nasoenedoscope. For an appointment just call HealthHub on 02078709166. Mike Dilkes

Mike Dilkes ENT Surgeon MSFRCS

May 11, 2021

Quite right. Call HealthHub on 02078709161 and arrange a Zoom with dispose flexible scope sent to you in advance?

Nabz J

May 11, 2021

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Thanks, that’s great!

Lisa Coates

May 11, 2021

I found it incredibly useful on my recent consultation with you, it saved me an 8 hour trip to have a consultation, I am now booked in for my procedure which I know will definitely be happening on the day because you have already seen my throat thanks to this handy instrument

Nabz J

May 11, 2021

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Hi Mike, could I please arrange a zoom apt as I have a consultation booked in a few weeks and would rather save (or not) the travelling required? (Nabila Jones)