Sinus Surgery
What is Sinus Surgery?
Sinus surgery is often performed when medications are ineffective
in treating chronic sinus infections.
Surgery is usually performed in order to enlarge the openings
that drain the sinuses, thereby improving function and decreasing
the risk of infection.
Reasons for Sinus Surgery
For most people, sinus infections respond well to home treatments,
such as room humidifiers, and medications such as antibiotics,
decongestants, nasal steroids and antihistamines. But for individuals
who suffer from recurrent sinus infections or persistent infections
that are unresponsive to medication, sinus surgery is sometimes
the only option.
Types of Sinus Surgery
Our ENT physicians are board certified specialists and are experts
in the treatment of chronic sinus conditions. Before performing
any sinus surgery, the doctor will order a CAT scan (if you
haven't had one previously) to confirm the diagnosis and to examine
the sinuses.
Sinus surgery can be performed in various ways,
all relatively non-invasive and usually performed on an out-patient
basis. Surgeries include:
What To Expect
Most sinus surgeries are performed on an outpatient basis, involve
a local or general anesthetic, and are completed in 1-2 hours.
Bruising and swelling following surgery depend upon how extensive
the operation, but is typically minimal, especially with the endoscopic
procedures.
