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What is the treatment modality of Chronic sinusitis
and Nasal polyps?
Management of either chronic sinusitis or nasal polyps
follow similar principles. The first step is to identify any reversible process
that may affect the mucosa of the nose or PNS. These are generally some
allergens. Hence antiallergic and decongestant treatment is the first line of
therapy.
Chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps have to be tackled
surgically. Earlier, in chronic sinusits, the sinuses were tackled through an
external route. This caused increased morbidity to the patient and the
recurrence rate was higher. Also, in cases of nasal polyps intranasal
polypectomy with the aid of a headlight was performed which was associated with
a very high recurrence rate. Today, with the introduction of rigid endoscopes
the entire modality of treatment for sinus diseases and nasal polyps has been
revolutionized.
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