Saki Takihata
Saki Takihata, MD, is an otolaryngologist at the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, National Defense Medical College, Japan. Her clinical and research interests focus on otologic surgery, particularly transcanal endoscopic ear surgery (TEES) . She has published peer-reviewed articles on surgical anatomy and complications in middle ear surgery, including chorda tympani nerve injury. Dr. Takihata is actively involved in both clinical practice and academic research.
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Transcanal endoscopic ear surgery (TEES) provides excellent visualization of the middle ear and has become increasingly adopted in otologic surgery. However, its technical characteristics, including one-handed manipulation and limited control of bleeding, may present challenges during delicate procedures such as cholesteatoma surgery and chorda tympani nerve (CTN) preservation. This proposal discusses the advantages and limitations of TEES compared with microscopic ear surgery (MES), with particular emphasis on surgical education and CTN preservation. We aim to provide practical strategies for teaching TEES and optimizing surgical safety while maximizing the benefits of endoscopic visualization.