ENT Surgery
Laser-assisted, precision surgery for ear, nose and throat conditions — backed by a dedicated operating microscope and Medtronic surgical navigation.
ENT Surgery at Mangala Hospital
Mangala Hospital's ENT surgical team treats the full range of ear, nose and throat conditions, from routine tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy to advanced micro-surgery of the ear and laser-based sinus and airway procedures — an all-inclusive, one-stop approach to ENT and head-and-neck care that has been part of the hospital since its early years.
Micro-ear surgery is performed using a dedicated Karl Zeiss ENT operating microscope, and nasal and sinus work is carried out under a three-chip endoscopic camera with Xenon light source — the combination that first brought Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) to Dakshina Kannada district. A 25-watt diode laser and 30-watt CO2 laser system, also introduced to the district for the first time by Mangala Hospital, extend the range of conditions that can be treated with precision and minimal blood loss.
The department was also among the first in Mangalore to bring the Medtronic STEALTH S8 Neuro-ENT surgical navigation system into routine use, inaugurated in January 2023 — a multidisciplinary technology, shared with Neurosurgery, that guides instruments through the sensitive skull-base region between the brain and the nasal and sinus cavities during complex transnasal procedures.
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Karl Zeiss Operating Microscope
A dedicated micro-ear surgery microscope for stapedectomy, myringoplasty and other precision ear procedures.
First FESS Facility in the District
Nasal endoscopy with 3-chip camera and Xenon light brought Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery to Dakshina Kannada for the first time.
Dual Laser Platform
25W diode and 30W CO2 laser systems, introduced to Mangalore & DK District for the first time, for precise, low-blood-loss surgery.
Medtronic STEALTH S8 Navigation
The first multidisciplinary surgical navigation system of its kind in Mangalore, shared with Neurosurgery for skull-base procedures.
Laser DCR for Blocked Tear Ducts
A bloodless, outpatient alternative to traditional tear-duct surgery, offered here since it was first introduced in Mangalore.
24x7 ENT Emergency Cover
Foreign bodies, epistaxis and airway emergencies managed round the clock through our Casualty department.
From Micro-Ear Surgery to Skull-Base Navigation
Microscopic Ear Surgery
Using a dedicated Karl Zeiss ENT operating microscope with an advanced optical system, the department performs stapedectomy for otosclerosis, myringoplasty for perforated eardrums, and other micro-ear procedures with the magnification and precision these delicate operations demand — aiming to restore hearing and resolve chronic ear infection with a single, well-planned surgery.
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
FESS uses a nasal endoscope with a three-chip camera and Xenon light source, displayed on an LCD monitor, to clear diseased sinus tissue and polyps while preserving healthy structures — a first-of-its-kind facility for the district when introduced. A micro-debrider assists in more efficient, precise tissue removal, and Laser DCR is offered as a bloodless, outpatient option for a blocked tear duct.
Laser Surgery for the Ear, Nose & Throat
A 25-watt diode laser and 30-watt CO2 laser system — introduced to Mangalore and Dakshina Kannada District for the first time by Mangala Hospital — are used across allergic rhinitis and nasal polyps, tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, uvulopalatoplasty for snoring, and lesions of the larynx and oral cavity. Laser technique offers precision, minimal surgical time, less blood loss and, for laryngeal work, can avoid the need for a tracheostomy beforehand.
Medtronic STEALTH S8 Neuro-ENT Navigation
The Medtronic STEALTH S8 system combines optical and electromagnetic guidance with real-time imaging to help the surgical team navigate the sensitive skull-base region safely during complex transnasal procedures — including pituitary tumours, skull-base tumours, CSF rhinorrhoea and orbital tumours — bringing multidisciplinary surgical navigation to Mangalore and working closely with our Neurosurgery department.
Your Care Journey, Step by Step
Consultation & Examination
Ear, nose and throat examination, including endoscopy where needed, to reach a clear diagnosis.
Hearing & Imaging Tests
Audiometry, endoscopy or CT imaging as required to plan treatment precisely.
Treatment or Surgery
Medical management, laser therapy or micro/endoscopic surgery, chosen to match your condition.
Recovery & Review
Post-procedure care and a follow-up visit to confirm healing and hearing or breathing outcomes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If nasal blockage, facial pain or reduced sense of smell lasts more than 2-3 weeks, recurs frequently, or doesn't improve with basic medication, it's worth an ENT evaluation to check for chronic sinusitis, polyps or a structural cause.
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery is performed entirely through the nostrils using an endoscope, with no external incision. It is generally well tolerated, with most patients going home within a day or two.
Laser DCR treats a blocked tear duct that causes constant watering of the eye, by creating a new drainage channel between the tear sac and the nasal cavity using a laser — done as a bloodless, outpatient procedure without any external scar.
Yes, for select patients whose snoring is caused by excess soft-palate tissue, uvulopalatoplasty using laser can reduce or resolve snoring; your ENT surgeon will assess whether this is the right option for you.
Ear pain with fever, discharge or hearing difficulty in a child should be assessed promptly — untreated middle-ear infections can occasionally lead to complications, and early treatment gives the best outcome.
Yes, we accept cashless and reimbursement claims from all major mediclaim providers and TPAs. See our Insurance page for the full list, or check with our billing desk for your specific policy.