To evaluate long-term results after at least 10 years of follow-up for a common method of ear surgery for managing cholesteatomas. Methods: This retrospective study was performed by assessing the medical records of adult patients who underwent canal-wall-down mastoidectomy for management of cholesteatomas.

This method was effective in maintaining gas exchange in the presence of micro-laryngeal surgery for low-BMI patients. It provided a nice visible surgical field, avoiding the use of combustible material inside the larynx or trachea.

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To compare outcomes between conventional external dacrocystorhinostomy (ext DCR) and endonasal laser-assisted DCR (ELADCR). Design: Prospective randomized trial. Patients: The study included 210 consecutive patients (244 eyes) referred to hospital eye and ear, nose, and throat clinics. Main Outcome Measures: Success rates and complications of ext DCR and ELADCR were compared after lacrimal ducts requiring DCR were randomly chosen and divided into 2 groups (ext DCR and ELADCR). Results: The success rate was statistically equal in both groups (92.4% for ext DCR and 94.2% for ELADCR); however, morbidity (eg, intraoperative hemorrhage and wound scar) and operation time were less in the ELADCR group. Conclusion: Preoperative patient consultation for selection of the surgical modality may help select the procedure of choice for each patient with regard to aesthetics, anesthesia, operation time, and costs.

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