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Slide Tracheoplasty
Summary: Slide tracheoplasty is a complex surgery widening the tracheal airway by cutting and suturing. In Malaysia, it’s mainly done by experienced pediatric surgeons like Dr. Zakaria at Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara. For detailed explanations, refer to the systematic review paper and a YouTube video demonstrating the procedure.
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Microtia Reconstruction – Nagata Technique
Dear all, Today, I would like to discuss a specialized topic in otology, specifically focusing on the plastic reconstructive surgery of microtia. This condition affects many patients, characterized by the presence of a deformed unilateral ear often accompanied by conductive hearing loss. In some cases, individuals may experience delayed speech, particularly when both ears are…
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New role at Columbia Setapak
I am pleased to announce my recent appointment as a visiting consultant in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) at Columbia Setapak. I continue to fulfill my responsibilities as a visiting ENT consultant at Klinik ANDA Wangsa Melawati every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm.
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I’m back 🙂
Dear readers, I regret not keeping this health blog updated over the last two months due to health and work-related reasons. As we enter the new year of 2024, I am committed to making an effort to share more valuable ENT-related content with all of you. Regards
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PITA (Partial intracapsular tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy)/Tonsillotomy
Today, we will discuss the risks associated with PITA and its suitability as a daycare procedure. What is partial tonsillectomy, and what are its indications? Partial tonsillectomy (PT) is one of the most common operations in pediatric otolaryngology. It is variously described as tonsillotomy, intra-capsular tonsillectomy and subcapsular tonsillectomy. All terms refer to the technique…

































