OTCOSCOPE- The Complete Guide(2022)

WHAT IS OTOSCOPE

Otoscopy is a clinical procedure in which they are examined by looking at the structure of the ears.During this test, the structure of the ear is seen by an instrument called Otoscope.In particular, the outer ear, middle ear and eardrum are seen through Otoscope. What is the problem with the inner parts of your ear or the eardrum, all this is done through the otoscope.

Let us first tell you about the importance of autoscopy.

The otoscope helps you diagnose the many cushions in your ear. Like:

Acute otitis media

Tympanic membrane perforation.

Cholesteatoma.

TYPES OF OTOSCOPE

The Otoscope is divided into three types:

• Pocket Otoscope
• Full otoscope
• Video otoscope

POCKET OTOSCOPE

Pocket otoscopes were specially designed to be kept in the pocket, due to which they also have less weight.  But people rarely buy them.

FULL OTOSCOPE

Full type otoscope size is a bit big and weight has few brothers.  They are better than pocket otoscopes. Many good brands sell them, many brands and models of these are available.

VIDEO OTOSCOPE

In Video Autoscope it is connected to the computer. With which we can watch the inside part of the ear through the computer in the form of a video.In this we can also share the video by email. This is called a digital autoscope.

HOW TO PERFORM OTOSCOPY

Before doing otoscopy, it is very important to take care of the right device and the comfort of the patient.

The ear canal of young children is still small. A small speculum should be selected for the study.

At the time of examination, special care should also be taken of the patient’s sitting position.

Although it is recommended to hold a pen for autoscopy, you can do it however you are comfortable holding it that way.

When you are checking the left ear, then there should be auto-scope in the left hand and autoscope should be in the right hand if you are checking the right ear.

Autoscopying the ears of childrens is difficult and requires great care. Small children’s ear canal is still small, when putting the speculum in their ear, they themselves should be more careful.

Now what should we take care of that no harm should be done to his ear. The patient should also keep his car in the right direction and not go looking for more.  Otherwise it may cause injury to you. Therefore, a careful Otoscopy can also give good results.

PARTS OF OTOSCOPE

Let’s know about some parts of Otoscopy and then it is fitted with a single light and a lens is attached so that we can see the structure of the ears in enough light and large view. We cannot see this structure due to the ear canal or being very thin. The Otoscope has two parts: Head and Handle!

HEAD

It has a handle to hold the Otoscope, through which we and those who hold it can easily examine the mine. Different types of otoscopes have different designs of handles that help in holding them.

HANDLE

To see the inside of the ear, we use its head.  Speculum is used for this. There are many different sizes of speculums.  Some sizes are small and some sizes are big.  For younger children a smaller size speculum is inserted into the ear and for adults a larger speculum is inserted into the ear.It is only through the speculum that we can easily see the structure inside the ear.

RISKS IN OTOSCOPY

• A typical part of an autoscopy may be for the doctor to observe!
• Inspect the external auditory canal- some hair often with yellow to brown cerumen.
• Evaluate tympanic membrane:
• Color- red, white, yellow
• Translucent- transparent or opaque
• Position of the drum- retracted, natural, bulging.

RESULTS OF OTOSCOPY

NORMAL FINDINGS

Ear canal has hair follicles, yellow to brown cerumen

ABNORMAL FINDINGS

When inspecting external auditory canal-

• Otitis Externa When inspecting external auditory canal: Tenderness or pulling auricle or canal is swollen, narrowed, moiset, with pus it can be named otitis externa.
• Yellow to brown sticky to hard cerumen and obscuring eardrum by ear wax or foregin body in the canal.

Abnormalities in ear drum-

• Acute otitis media- Color of the eardrum is red and has a loss of landmarks.
• Bulging of eardrum is indicative of acute otitis media.
• Retracted eardrum is indicative of Tympanosclerosis.
• Hole in the tympanic membrane is abnormal and it is called perforation

SEFTY MEASURE WHILE USE THE OTOSCOPE

• Check the ear of patients
• Listen for the patients complaints
• Trying putting the otoscope gradually into the ear, while looking through.
• Take care you do not shake or get hit by someone while performing the Otoscopy.
• Wash your hands and wear a mask for otoscopic examinations.
• Clean speculum before and after the use of Otoscopy as the infection one patient can infect others.

BEST OTSCOPY OPERATING KIT IN 2021

Cynamed 2-in-1 ear scope set–

multifunction otoscope for ear, nose & eyes examination, kit for home and medical students, sight chart, replacement tips and carry case.

Cynamed mini otoscope-

Portable ear light and exam kit for home and professional use, 3x magnifying fiber optic scope tips, bulb and carrying case- pocket diagnostic equipment

Cynamed otoscope set-

 Fiber optic, double handle, multifunction ear scope for ear and eye examinations includes hard cases.

New otoscope set ENT-

Medical diagnostic surgical instrument plus 2 free replacement bulbs cynamed.

TOP 5 OTOSCOPE MODELS

Heina Beta 400 LED OTOSCOPE F.O.

• NTRODUCTION:-
• This oto ophthalmoscope is a premium quality ear canal camera. This otoscope set is manufactured by using quality assured material and advanced techniques, which make them up to the standard in this highly challenging field. You can use this best ear camera in hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. The materials utilized to manufacture this otoscope light are sourced from the most reliable and official vendors, chosen after performing detailed market surveys.
• HEINE BETA 400 LED F.O. OTOSCOPE:-
• The otoscope was intended with an all-metal housing and a scratch-resistant glass window that ensures maintenance-free use throughout its lifetime. LED with almost infinite working hours (up to 100,000 hours). No need to substitute bulbs at all. Lifetime maintenance-free.
• LED in HQ: the latest LED illumination standard that defines optimum light intensity, homogeneity and color rendering for the most precise diagnosis.
• Red is red, blue is blue.
• Integrated port of insufflation provides without air leakage tympanic mobility testing.

price rqnge: 55,000-60,000

FEATURES:-

• Illumination possibilities
• LED HQ
• 4.2 x Magnification
• All-metal housing

Welch Allyn Elite Otoscope Ophthalmoscope Set – 3.5V

• The set includes:
• – Coaxial Ophthalmoscope (#11720)
• – Diagnostic Otoscope with Throat Illuminator (# 20000)
• – 60-Minute C-Cell Power Handle; Non-rechargeable. C-Cell Batteries not included
• – Soft Storage Case
• – The Welch Allyn 3.5V Elite Diagnostic OTO Ophthalmoscope Set features Coaxial Vision System which facilitates ophthalmoscopy by enabling easier entry into the eye, a larger field of view and reduced glare compared to standard ophthalmoscopes
• – The diagnostic Otoscope is available with halogen HPX (High-Pressure Xenon) lamp illumination which is used for true tissue color and long-lasting performance
• – The device has a detachable head to use for throat illuminator or all-purpose penlight
• – Its smooth, non-abrasive knurled finished handle ensures a non-slip grip
• – The device comes with a soft storage case

price range:30,000-32,000

FEATURES:

• The device has a detachable head to use for throat illuminator or all-purpose penlight
• 60-Minute C-Cell Power Handle; Non-rechargeable. C-Cell Batteries not included
• – Soft Storage Case

Welch Allyn MacroView 3.5V Halogen HPX Fiber-Optic Otoscope with Nickel Cadmium Handle

• The Set Contains:
• – Halogen HPX Fiber-Optic Otoscope
• – Reusable Ear Specula
• – Battery Handle
• – Battery
• – Charger
• – Hard Case
• – The Welch Allyn MacroView 3.5V Halogen HPX Fiber-Optic Otoscope comes with a 1 year manufacturers warranty
• – The Welch Allyn MacroView 3.5V Halogen HPX Fiber-Optic Otoscope delivers almost twice the field of view at higher magnification compared to standard otoscopes, making it easier to visualize the auditory canal and tympanic membrane
• – The Otoscope allows for better visualization to help enhance learning, decision-making and patient outcomes
• – The Otoscope has the ability to adjust focus for variable ear canal length or farsighted eyes
• – The Fiber optics produce cool light with no reflections, no obstruction
• – The Otoscope is equipped with a Tip grip for secure fastening and ejection of ear specula
• – The gross weight of the Otoscope is 0.15 kg

price range: 32,000-34,000

FEATURES:

• Fiber-optic light transmission provides cool, distal light for improved comfort
• Halogen HPX lamp provides light output for true tissue color
• Provides consistent, long-lasting illumination
• Optional cobalt blue filter

Welch Allyn 3.5V Otoscope Ophthalmoscope Set

• Standard Ophthalmoscope (#11710)
• – Diagnostic Otoscope with Throat Illuminator (# 20000)
• – 60-Minute C-Cell Power Handle; Non-Rechargeable. C-Cell batteries not included
• – 28 Focusing Lenses
• – Soft Storage Case
• – The Welch Allyn Otoscope Ophthalmoscope Set – 3.5V features with 6 apertures including micro, small and large spot size, fixation target, slit aperture and red-free filter
• – The set comes with 28 focusing lenses with a range of -25 to +40 diopters
• – The diagnostic Otoscope is available with halogen HPX (High-Pressure Xenon) lamp illumination which is used for true tissue color and long-lasting performance
• – The device has a detachable Otoscope head to use for throat illuminator or all-purpose penlight
• – Its smooth, non-abrasive knurled finished handle ensures a non-slip grip
• – The device comes with a soft storage case

price range:25,000-27,000

FEATURES:

• Ophthalmoscope
• Halogen HPX lamp illumination for true tissue color.
• 18 unique aperture/filter combinations for greater versatility.
• Polarizing filter virtually eliminates corneal reflection.
• Detect corneal abrasions with the cobalt blue filter.
• Compatible with all existing Welch Allyn 3.5 V power sources.

Heine Beta LED F.O. Otoscope Set

• he otoscope has been designed with an all-metal housing and a scratch-resistant glass window, which guarantees a lifetime of maintenance-free use. LEDs with virtually unlimited working hours (up to 100,000 hours). No need to replace bulbs.
• Maintenance-free for a lifetime. 3x magnifying. More details on anatomical structures and easy recognition of foreign bodies. Illumina Optic Fiber Ensures homogeneous, very bright illumination and an unobstructed view of the ear canal and tympanum.
• LED in HQ: the new LED lighting standard defining optimal light intensity, homogeneity and color rendering for the most accurate diagnosis. Red’s red, blue’s blue. Color temperature: 3,500 K, Color Rendering Index (CRI) > 97, Red Color Special Index (R9) > 93 at maximum scale 100. 100.
• Special optical interface to precisely integrates LED illumination with the optical system to ensure brightness (77,000 lux with tip), homogeneous light during examinations. Exclusive continuous brightness control between 100% and 3% (patent pending) with one-finger operation. The viewing window is permanently attached, with swivels for instrument use and complete cleaning of the instrument head. The integrated insufflation port offers tympanic mobility tests without air leakage. With BETA Rechargeable Handles and EN100 and EN200 Wall Transformers, the full functionality of the BETA400 LED is guaranteed.

price range: 38,000-40,000

FEATURES:

• With BETA4 USB rechargeable handle
• 3 x magnification
• All-metal housing

TOP 10 OTOSCOPE PRICE

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