WHAT IS OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY?
Otorhinolaryngology is the medical specialty responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the ear, nose and throat. It includes a wide range of conditions, from common problems such as ear infections or sinusitis to loss of smell, nasal septum perforation, disorders and voice feminisation, hearing loss or balance disorders, as well as more complex diseases such as head and neck tumours.
At barnaclínic+, we approach each case from a global perspective, integrating clinical diagnosis, advanced tests and medical or surgical treatments according to each patient's needs.
ENT SPECIALISTS FROM HOSPITAL CLÍNIC DE BARCELONA
The barnaclínic+ Otorhinolaryngology Department is made up of specialists from Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, one of Europe’s leading centres. Our team combines clinical expertise, surgical activity and participation in research, allowing us to offer up-to-date treatments based on scientific evidence.
We work in a multidisciplinary way with other specialties to address both common conditions and complex processes, including advanced surgery and oncological treatment.
Are you experiencing problems with hearing, breathing or your voice?
Early diagnosis can make a difference.
HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?
Common problems we treat:
HEARING LOSS
BLOCKED EAR
OTITIS
TINNITUS
DIZZINESS OR VERTIGO
NASAL CONGESTION
SINUSITIS
SLEEP APNOEA
LOSS OF SMELL
DEVIATED OF PERFORATED NASAL SEPTUM
NASAL POLYPS
VOICE FEMINISATION
THROAT DISCOMFORT
VOICE CHANGE OR LOSS
LARYNGEAL TUMOUR
ORAL CAVITY, PHARYNGEAL OR SALIVARY GLAND TUMOUR
If you identify with any of these symptoms, we can help you find the cause.
HOW DO WE HELP YOU?
Our approach combines precise diagnosis and personalised treatment, which may be medical, functional or surgical.
DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES
- Consultation with an otorhinolaryngology specialist
- Audiometry and advanced hearing tests
- Nasal and laryngeal endoscopy
- Balance studies (vestibular system)
- Sleep studies
- Assessment of olfactory function
MEDICAL AND FUNCTIONAL TREATMENT
- Personalised pharmacological treatment
- Therapies for voice disorders
- Management of respiratory and sleep disorders
SURGICAL TREATMENT
- Nasal and paranasal sinus surgery (sinusitis, polyps, septum)
- Ear surgery (middle ear pathology, implants)
- Laryngeal and vocal cord surgery
- Wendler glottoplasty (voice feminisation)
- Sleep surgery (apnoea and snoring)
- Head and neck oncological surgery
ADVANCED TREATMENTS
- Treatments for recovery of smell (such as PRP)
- Advanced techniques in laryngeal surgery
- Personalised approaches for complex conditions
SPECIALIZED AREAS
At barnaclínic+, we approach otorhinolaryngology from a highly specialised perspective, with areas focused on specific conditions in order to offer more precise diagnoses and more effective treatments.
Hearing
Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss, tinnitus and ear diseases, using advanced technology and an approach tailored to each patient.
Rhinology (nose and paranasal sinuses)
Treatment of nasal conditions such as sinusitis, nasal obstruction or deviated or perforated septum, including the specialised management of loss of smell.
Laryngology and voice
Management of voice disorders, both functional and structural, including specific voice feminisation programmes with a multidisciplinary approach.
Vertigo and balance
Advanced assessment of the vestibular system for the precise diagnosis and treatment of dizziness, instability and vertigo.
Snoring and sleep apnoea
Diagnosis and treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders, with therapeutic options adapted to each patient.
Oncological ENT and head and neck surgery
Diagnosis and treatment of head and neck tumours, such as laryngeal, oral cavity, pharyngeal, salivary gland or paranasal sinus tumours, with a multidisciplinary approach focused on the best oncological and functional outcome.
WHY CHOOSE ENT AT BARNACLÍNIC+?
True specialisation and clinical expertise
Team made up of specialists from Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, with extensive experience in complex and oncological diseases of the ear, nose and throat.
Advanced diagnostic technology
We have state-of-the-art equipment to perform specific tests that enable fast and accurate diagnoses.
Innovative evidence-based treatments
We apply minimally invasive techniques and advanced therapies, always supported by scientific evidence.
Multidisciplinary approach
We collaborate with other specialists to comprehensively manage complex conditions.
Personalised care
Each patient receives a diagnostic and therapeutic plan tailored to their needs.
Highly specialised areas
Access to dedicated units for the treatment of conditions such as voice disorders, loss of smell, vertigo, sleep apnoea or even ENT and head and neck tumours.
National and international care
We treat patients from across Spain and abroad, with multilingual teams and streamlined management.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT ENT
¿When should you see an ENT specialist in Barcelona?
You should see an ENT specialist if you have persistent symptoms such as hearing loss, vertigo, nasal congestion, nasal septum perforation, snoring or voice changes. Early diagnosis helps identify the cause and apply the most appropriate treatment.
¿Where can I find a good ENT specialist in Barcelona?
It is important to attend a specialised centre with clinical expertise, advanced diagnostic technology and a multidisciplinary approach. At barnaclínic+, the team is made up of ENT specialists from Hospital Clínic de Barcelona.
¿How can I recover my lost sense of smell?
Recovery of the sense of smell depends on the cause. In persistent cases, there are advanced treatments such as PRP that may help stimulate the regeneration of the olfactory system.
¿Where can I treat loss of smell in Barcelona?
At specialised centres such as barnaclínic+, where a complete diagnosis is performed and advanced treatments for loss of smell are offered.
¿What is voice feminisation?
It is a set of treatments aimed at adapting the voice to gender identity, which may include speech therapy and surgery in selected cases.
¿Where can I undergo voice feminisation in Barcelona?
At barnaclínic+, voice feminisation can be performed through a multidisciplinary approach combining voice specialists and laryngeal surgery.
¿Which specialist treats vertigo?
The ENT specialist, through vestibular system studies to identify the cause and apply the appropriate treatment.
¿What treatment is available for snoring and sleep apnoea?
It depends on each case. It may include conservative measures, devices or surgery after a sleep study.
¿What is oncological otorhinolaryngology?
Oncological otorhinolaryngology is the specialised area focused on the diagnosis and treatment of head and neck tumours, such as those of the larynx, oral cavity, pharynx, salivary glands or paranasal sinuses. It requires a highly specialised multidisciplinary approach.
¿What tumours does an ENT specialist treat?
The ENT specialist can treat laryngeal tumours, throat tumours, tumours of the oral cavity, pharynx, salivary glands, nose and paranasal sinuses, always in coordination with oncology, radiotherapy and surgical teams.
¿What are the symptoms of throat or laryngeal cancer?
Some common symptoms are persistent hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, sore throat that does not improve, a lump in the neck, bleeding or difficulty breathing. If symptoms persist, it is important to consult a specialist.
¿Where can head and neck tumours be treated in Barcelona?
At specialised centres such as barnaclínic+, with specialists in ENT oncological surgery, advanced technology and a multidisciplinary approach focused on the best oncological and functional outcome.
¿What does ENT oncological surgery involve?
ENT oncological surgery includes procedures to remove head and neck tumours while preserving, whenever possible, essential functions such as voice, swallowing and breathing.
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