How is Endoscopic Sinusitis Surgery Performed?
Before the operation, the person is given local or general anesthesia. It is an operation that usually takes 1-2 hours and does not involve any incisions. The procedure is carried out entirely through the nostrils.
With the endoscope with a light on its tip, the factors causing sinus congestion are eliminated. When necessary, the bony structures in the sinus are reduced with special devices. It is usually inflated by placing a balloon that provides width to the space between the sinus and nose with the endoscope. When sufficient width is achieved, the balloon is removed.
Who Can Have Endoscopic Sinusitis Surgery?
Before endoscopic sinusitis surgery, the medical history is examined by the doctor. At the same time, it is controlled which parts of the sinuses are affected by nasal endoscopy or computed tomography. Surgery may be recommended if the person has the following conditions:
- History of frequent sinus infections
- Presence of nasal polyps
- Congestion in the nose
- Nasal tumors
Points to Consider After Endoscopic Sinusitis Surgery?
Like any surgery, there are points to be considered after endoscopic sinusitis surgery. Bleeding for a few days after surgery is usually normal. When pain occurs, the pain is relieved with the drugs recommended by the doctor. The points to be considered after the surgery are as follows: The head should be kept high while lying down.
- Plenty of fluids should be consumed.
- It should not be in smoky and dusty environments for a while.
- Medications prescribed by the doctor should be used regularly.
- When light bleeding occurs, sit upright. If there is prolonged and continuous bleeding, the doctor should be contacted.
- The nose should be kept moist under the supervision of a doctor.
- The nose should not be blown for up to 1 week.
- You should avoid strenuous activities for a few weeks.
- If the person uses a regular medication or has a disease, the doctor who performed the procedure should be informed so that it does not cause complications.
- In case of unexpected complications developing after surgery, the doctor should be contacted.
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