Day in the life of Peds ENT
So today was my second day in my ENT surgery rotation and I want to talk about it. So today I was in the OR just like I was in my first day but today I was focused on more pediatric ear, nose, and throat cases.
The first two cases I saw, were placing ear tubes. Basically what this meant was at the surgeon put the child to sleep and then cut a little hole in their eardrum and place a tube there. The tube they will be placed for few months.
Some of the indications of getting an ear tube is if a child has recurrent ear infections, this can help. It also helps with the child has some hearing loss when they’re young. It’s really important that children are able to hear while they’re young because it’s needed for them to develop speech correctly.
The next case I saw was a trauma case. Unfortunately, this child had fell and hit her throat. This caused her airway to be shut, and she couldn’t breathe. They went in with a scope, and then placed a stent to keep the airway open.
The last I saw was some nose reconstruction case on a two month year-old baby in order to help him breathe better
There was a lot of variety that I saw today and the residence and fellows that I work with were extremely nice and taught me a lot!
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During my second day in the ENT surgery rotation, I was immersed in several pediatric cases that showcased the exciting and critical work in this specialty. One of the first procedures involved placing ear tubes in young patients. Ear tubes are commonly used to help children with recurrent ear infections and hearing loss, which are crucial factors in their speech development. It's fascinating to see how targeted surgical interventions can provide significant benefits to children at such an early age. Moreover, I encountered a trauma case where a child had suffered an injury to the throat, leading to severe airway obstruction. The surgical team expertly dealt with the situation by using a scope to place a stent, ensuring that the child's airway remained open. This type of surgery highlights the importance of quick thinking and skill in emergency situations within ENT. The day concluded with a delicate nose reconstruction surgery on a two-month-old baby. This highlights how pediatric ENT specialists address congenital issues that can affect a child's ability to breathe effectively. Overall, the diversity in cases makes each day unique and reinforces the collaborative learning environment with residents and fellows who are incredibly supportive and eager to share their knowledge, making for an enriching experience.
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