What is laryngoscopy?

Laryngoscopy is a medical procedure in which the doctor visually examines the larynx and the back of the neck. This can be done for various reasons. For example, it can be used to diagnose breathing, swallowing or voice problems. In addition, it can also be used to diagnose neck or ears problems. In general, the procedure can be performed in the doctor's office, but sometimes it can be performed during surgery.

There are two types of laryngoscopic tests: indirect and direct. Indirect laryngoscopy takes about five to ten minutes and includes the use of a mirror. The doctor takes the mirror and holds it on the back of the patient's neck and shines light to allow better vision. To help the doctor see the patient's vocal cords, the patient may be asked to make certain sounds. Indirect laryngoscopy may be unpleasant for the patient; The tongue is held and some people could make a gag.

Indirect laryngoscopy is useful, but with progress in technology facilitated direct laryngoscopy for doctors and less unpleasant forthe patient. For this reason, indirect laryngoscopy is not used as much as it was in the past. Direct laryngoscopy includes the use of flexible or rigid laryngoscope. Laryngoscope is a medical tool that is inserted through the nose or mouth and allows the doctor to get a better view of the neck. A flexible or fibrous optical laryngoscope could be used during surgery, while a strict laryngoscope could be used during surgery.

If necessary in surgery, it could also be to remove foreign objects or to collect tissue samples for testing also to remove foreign objects or to collect tissue samples. The patient slept in anesthesia while the doctor uses a rigid laryngoscope. Then the patient may have a sore throat if the doctor puts the tool in the throat to remove or seal the material. This surgery can take 15 to 30 minutes.

This medical procedure is associated with certain risks, including possible swelling or blocking the respiratory CEst. Bleeding or infection may also occur if the doctor has taken the tissue sample. Although bleeding is normal, if the doctor has actually taken the tissue sample, if the patient experiences excessive bleeding or bleeding that does not stop after 24 hours, he should seek medical attention. Another time to talk to a doctor may be if the patient has difficulty breathing or shows signs of infection.