Functional Endoscopic sinus surgery is a minimally invasive surgery for sinusitis. Restoring the normal function sinus ventilation are the main aim of sinus surgery.Removing the damaged or infected sinus tissue and there by improving the natural sinus drainage problem.
Who are the real candidate for sinus surgery?
The most suitable candidates for this procedure have recurrent acute or chronic infective sinusitis and an improvement in symptoms of upto 90% may be expected following the procedure.
Causes of Sinusitis
- Allergic Reactions
- Nasal Infections
- Nasal polyps(Growth of nasal tissue that will block the nasal passages)
- Dental Infections
- Blood borne infections
- Tonsillitis and Adenoiditis
- Truema
- Respiratory infections
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Done with rigid endoscopes and long handled forceps working through the nose to widen the natural sinus ostia and to facilitate the natural sinus drainage patterns
- Polyps and other small intranasal growth can be removed endoscopically
The purpose of the FESS(Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery) is to restore the normal drainage of the sinuses.
Advantages of Sinus Surgery
- It is a safe and minimally invasive procedure, usually no cuts, blood loss
- It does not disturb healthy tissue of the nose
- It is performed in less time with better results
- No visible signs that surgery has been performed
- Quick recovery and return to normal life
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