BackTable ENT & Allergy

Ep. 216 Navigation in Sinus and Skull Base Surgery with Dr. Arif Janjua

01 Apr 2025

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Getting lost on a road trip is one thing, but the stakes are much higher in skull base surgery. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Arif Janjua, rhinologist and fellowship director at the University of British Columbia, delves into the intricacies and advancements in navigation for sinus and skull base surgery. --- This podcast is supported by: Medtronic ENT https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/healthcare-professionals/specialties/ear-nose-throat.html --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Janjua touches on his role in the Seattle Science Foundation, emphasizing continuous education and hands-on practice for surgeons. He emphasizes the importance of accuracy in patient tracking and registration, sharing techniques for optimizing navigation system setups by using a combination of tracing and touch points for precise registration. The doctors discuss the advantages of integrating navigation systems with specific instruments like microdebriders and suctions for improved surgical outcomes. Dr. Janjua also shares his preferred navigation tech, how he utilizes specific features in his surgical practice, and what’s on the horizon in sinus and skull base surgery. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 04:03 - Understanding Navigation in Sinus Surgery 07:41 - Navigating Instruments and Tools 21:58 - Challenges with Staff Training 22:43 - Choosing and Using Navigation Systems 24:25 - Advancements in Navigation Technology 32:30 - The Future of Navigation Technology 35:03 - Final Thoughts and Contact Information --- RESOURCES Medtronic ENT - Sponsor https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/healthcare-professionals/products.html Dr. Arif Janjua https://surgery.med.ubc.ca/people/ajanjua/

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Ep. 216 Navigation in Sinus and Skull Base Surgery with Dr. Arif Janjua

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13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

2ª PARTE | 06 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 22 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 04 MAR 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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