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RESEARCH ARTICLE

Nasal Polyposis-Surgical Treatment: How Successful?

Arvind Soni

Keywords : Nasal polyposis,FESS,Endoscopic sinus surgery,Powered instruments

Citation Information : Soni A. Nasal Polyposis-Surgical Treatment: How Successful?. Clin Rhinol An Int J 2010; 3 (3):149-151.

DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10013-1051

Published Online: 01-12-2010

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2010; The Author(s).


Abstract

Endoscopic sinus surgery is recommended when the medical treatment fails. To ensure a successful surgical outcome, one needs to have a good radiological back up in form of axial, coronal and sagittal reconstruction, hypotensive anethesia and powered instruments.


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