CELON System - Radio-Frequency-based Power-Control Unit for ENT Procedures

TREATMENT OF HABITUAL SNORING – SHORTENING OF UVULA / WEBBING

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05 | Treatment of the Uvula and Webbing

• Use the CelonProCut accessories to shorten the uvula and webbing.

• Firstly, take hold of the uvula with the CelonProCut gripping forceps, which also serve as a return electrode. Secondly, activate the foot switch. Then, the incision can start to be made with the CelonProCut electrode [Figure 07a/b].

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• It is recommended that the resection of excessive mucous membrane is performed as a rounded shape on both sides of the uvula. Make sure to leave at least 2 mm of mucous membrane in order to avoid damaging the muscle. An excess of mucous membrane also accelerates the wound healing and reduces postoperative pain.

• The next step is the resection of the tip of the uvula by using the CelonProCut accessories [Figure 08a/b].

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• The uvula musculature should be left in place. It is recommended that the reduction of the uvula and the soft-palate mucous membrane is carried out to the extent shown in this illustration [Figure 09a/b].

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06 | Therapeutic Effect

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07 | Postoperative Care

• To treat postoperative pain and swelling, ibuprofen or diclofenac is recommended, along with a proton pump inhibitor (such as pantozol) for longer-term analgesic issue.

• The pain may last eight to ten days. A repetition of this procedure is normally not necessary.

• Schedule a follow-up visit three days after the procedure and then again after three weeks.