Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

Advanced Treatment for Sinus Conditions

The sinuses are spaces filled with air and placed behind the eyes, nasal bones, forehead, and cheek. Endoscopic sinus surgery is one of the many types of sinus surgeries.

What is endoscopic sinus surgery?

Endoscopic sinus surgery indicates treating sinus issues by using an endoscope and removing the blockages in the sinus. An endoscope is a rigid, thin tube with light and a camera. This kind of surgery also includes the removal of tumors and polyps.

Endoscopic sinus surgery can be done for many reasons such as the following:

Boost the sense of smell
Treat nasal polyposis
Heal chronic sinus inflammations
Relieve sinusitis symptoms
Treat inverted papilloma
Maintain airflow through the nose
Decrease the severity of sinus infections
Treat eye socket injuries

There are several other diseases concerning the sinuses in which an endoscopic sinus surgery might be performed.

What is functional endoscopic sinus surgery?

One of the main types of endoscopic sinus surgery is functional endoscopic sinus surgery. It is significant since it is invasive minimally. The reason why it is called “functional” is that it restores how the sinuses work during the operation.

What symptoms require endoscopic sinus surgery

So, when do you have to go to the doctor for an endoscopic sinus surgery? There are several symptoms an endoscopic sinus surgery might be required such as the following:

Nasal blockage
Chronic sinus infections (sinusitis)
Lack of the sense of smell
Nasal and sinus tumors
Difficulty breathing
Nasal congestion

If you experience these symptoms, please consult your healthcare provider.

Preparation before endoscopic sinus surgery

After the doctor decides whether the patient needs endoscopic sinus surgery or not, the preparation process begins. Some of the tests might be requested from the patient to determine the situation including a nasal endoscopy or a CT (computed tomography) scan.

Additionally, the doctor performs a preoperative physical exam besides other lab tests to examine the patient’s general medical condition.

Before the surgery, patients should be careful about the instructions that will be given by their healthcare provider. These instructions may include the following:

Not taking aspirin
Stopping smoking
Not eating or drinking the day before
Taking specific medicines

Follow the instructions that your doctor has given you to experience a smooth surgery.

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How is endoscopic sinus surgery performed?

The endoscopic sinus surgery process includes the following steps:
The surgeon inserts the endoscope through the nostril to have a vision of the sinus tissues.
After that, the surgeon removes the sinus blockage including nasal polyps and scar tissue, and opens the sinuses.
Also, septums can be straightened if they are deviated and cause breathing problems.
According to need, turbinate size can be reduced too.

Most of the patients get better enough to return home in a few hours after the operation.

Endoscopic sinus surgery is only done through the nostrils, so it doesn’t cause any scars.

Recovery from endoscopic sinus surgery

After the endoscopic sinus surgery, full recovery might take up to 6 weeks. However, you should follow what your doctor advised you to do such as sinus irrigation and using nasal saline spray.

The patients also should be careful while they are

blowing their nose,
lifting heavy things,
using specific medications and steroid nasal sprays.

What to expect after endoscopic sinus surgery

During the recovery time, patients might face some endoscopic sinus surgery side effects such as

Infection
Bleeding
CSF (cerebrospinal fluid) leak
Changes in smell and breathing
Vision changes

Candidates:	People who have problems with their sinuses
Procedure:	Treating sinus issues by using an endoscope
Duration:	Up to 2 hours
Stay:	None
Anesthesia:	General

Recovery:	2-6 weeks
Side Effects:	Bleeding, infection
Exercise:	After at least 10 days
Scars:	None
Pain:	Mild pain

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Why should you choose Turkey for endoscopic sinus surgery?

Turkey is a popular destination with its medical tourism which has been growing throughout the years. One of the outstanding features of Turkey as a medical destination is that it has an orderly health system compared to other countries such as the US, the UK, and European countries. Highly skilled surgeons and their teams create a friendly environment around the healthcare facilities and all throughout your medical journey. Turkey ensures that your health will be a priority in this process.

Endoscopic sinus surgery costs in Turkey

Endoscopic sinus surgery costs depend on various things including additional treatments, the location of the clinic, and patients’ specific needs. However, due to currency, Turkey stands out with its affordable prices.

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How long does endoscopic sinus surgery take?

The endoscopic sinus surgery takes about 2 hours.

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Is endoscopic sinus surgery worth it?

Yes, it can help you eliminate issues related to the sinuses without leaving any scars.

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Is endoscopic sinus surgery painful?

Some mild pain might experienced after the surgery.

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Is endoscopic sinus surgery safe?

Yes, endoscopic sinus surgery is considered safe besides some minor side effects such as bleeding and infection.

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Is endoscopic sinus surgery a major surgery?

Endoscopic sinus surgery is not considered to be a major surgery since it includes minimal invasion.