Extra capsular dissection (ECD) is an acknowledged minimally invasive method of managing benign parotid tumours and is based on principals completely different to traditional parotid surgery.
Axel’s approach to ECD is supported by a novel imaging method which enables to anticipate the location of the facial nerve prior to surgery which helps to avoid complications.
Benign parotid tumours can be removed safely by a much smaller operation than traditional parotidectomy.
Almost all salivary stones can be safely extracted from the parotid and submandibular glands, so saving these glands from removal.
Strictures cause salivary obstruction and can be treated by stretching the ducts with tiny balloons or dilators thus avoiding surgery.
In nearly all cases, a simple ranula can be cured by a strategically placed suture under local anaesthetic.