Endoscopic sinus surgery

What is it?

Endoscopic sinus surgery is an invasive surgical procedure done for nasal and sinus related diseases.

What is the aim of the procedure?

The purpose of the procedure is to relieve the patient of his nasal and sinus diseases.

What is done during the procedure?

The procedure involves use of an endoscope which is introduced into nasal cavity through the nostrils and the sinus openings are widened. Diseased mucosa and tissues are removed.

The procedure will be carried out under general anaesthesia. If you have any anaesthetic concerns, please discuss with your anaesthetist.

What are the risks associated with the procedure?

• Bleeding from the nasal cavity.

• Infection of the operated site.

• Dryness of nose.

• Impairment of smell.

• Damage to the orbit leading to visual disturbances.

• Damage to the tear duct.

• Cerebrospinal fluid leak.

Post-operative care and follow-up:

Nasal pack will be placed for 1 – 2 days. You may have difficulty swallowing when the nasal pack is in the nose. It is necessary to use nasal spray and regularly perform nasal toileting to prevent crust formation.

You will be discharged the day following the surgery after removal of the nasal pack.

First follow up will be after a week. Followed by a follow up after 2 weeks