3. Contra-Indications For Irrigation
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Posted on 25-01-2023 09:20 AM
Microsuction may also be considered where there is an inability to co-operate with
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irrigation and/or the use of oil or ear drops or where there have been repeated unsuccessful attempts at ear irrigation.
Referrals for microsuction should detail the prior primary care management. Referrals submitted without this information will be returned. Individual practice policies for contraindications to ear wax removal will be overridden by this crg criteria unless the clinician gives sufficient clinical information for an informed decision to be made at triage.
Examination of the ear and use of the otoscope the normal tympanic membrane and common ear problems reasons for carrying out ear irrigation contraindications to ear irrigation potential problems and how to address them relevant policies and procedures assessment of and communication with patients obtaining informed consent infection control, safe disposal and cleaning of equipment practical workshop.
1. It Is Safer Than Ear Syringing
More gentle, effective and safer than previous ‘syringing’
low-pressure water at body temperature (37°c) flushes out larger quantities of wax in the ear canal
all three methods of ear wax removal are now available at all leightons opticians & hearing care branches.
2. It Is The Quickest Wax Removal Method
One ear £45. 00 | both ears £70. 00 microsuction is the safest and most comfortable method of ear wax removal. It is a non-invasive earwax removal method that extracts wax and debris from obstructing the ear canal. Microsuction involves using a binaural microscope to examine the ear which will safely aid the removal of wax. The wax and debris are removed by a gentle suction device. This treatment includes a free follow-up appointment if required. Treatment is usually completed within 20–30 minutes.
Ear syringing is a safe procedure, but we recommend it for the removal of soft ear wax only. If the ear wax is hard, there is a risk of perforating the eardrum. In this instance, we will recommend another ear wax removal method, such as ear instrumentation, which uses specially designed tools to remove wax manually. Ear syringing is also inadvisable if you have previously had complications following this procedure. We will also advise against this method of ear wax removal if you have had ear surgery in the past, if you currently have an ear infection or if you have a burst eardrum.
Ear irrigation basin for use with otoclear spraywash, waterpik and other liquid ear irrigation systems. These fit neatly and comfortably under your patients ear to collect water and debris from your water methods of ear wax removal.