Does endoscopic stapedotomy increase hearing restoration rates comparing to microscopic? A systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionAs of yet, endoscopic surgery does not seem to confer benefit on audiological improvement comparing to conventional microscopic, however, it leads to less scutum drilling and fewer postoperative dysgeusia cases. High-quality, large-sample studies need to be performed in the future. (Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology)

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