ENT

About the specialty

Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) treats diseases of the ear, nose, throat, larynx and neck.

After reviewing the file, the ENT specialist proposes the appropriate examination and treatment. Polycrabat Sevamed coordinates consultations, tests and, if needed, surgery.

Main conditions treated

• Hearing loss and tinnitus
• Ear infections
• Sinusitis and nasal obstruction
• Tonsillitis and adenoids
• Voice and swallowing disorders
• Neck lumps

Tests, techniques and procedures

The techniques used and their indication are decided by the doctor, case by case. As a general guide:

• ENT examination and nasal endoscopy
• Audiometry
• CT scan of the sinuses or temporal bones
• ENT surgery depending on the indication

The patient pathway

1. 01
   Consultation and assessmentReview of the file, symptoms and tests already performed.
2. 02
   Referral to a specialistChoice of the most appropriate discipline and doctor.
3. 03
   Additional testsLaboratory tests, imaging or investigations depending on the medical indication.
4. 04
   Treatment and careTreatment plan defined by the medical team.
5. 05
   Hospital stay if necessaryStay and monitoring when the patient’s condition requires it.
6. 06
   Follow-up and referring doctorRelevant information is sent to the doctor in the home country.

A multidisciplinary approach

The ENT specialist works with the maxillofacial surgeon, the pulmonologist, the oncologist and the paediatric team.

See also

• Maxillofacial surgery→
• Pulmonology→
• Paediatrics→
• Medical imaging & radiology→

International patients

Polycrabat Sevamed supports patients coming from abroad: file review, referral to a specialist, scheduling appointments, hospitalisation, coordination of the medical stay and continuity with the doctor in the home country.