An instrument used to expand the sinus openings of a patient's nose is a sinus dilation device
The sinuses are the hollow sacks in the head
that secrete mucus and provide resonance to the voice. The mucus secreted by
the sinuses keeps the nasal cavity from drying out and works by trapping
foreign particles that enter the nasal passage and make their way to the lungs.
The sinuses have an opening that allows mucus to drain from and flow into the
nasal passage; however, in some cases, the sinus opening becomes blocked, and
mucus remains logged into the sinus, causing headache, congestion, and inflammation;
it also increases the risk of infection; this condition is known as sinusitis.
During
sinus surgery, sinus
dilation devices expand the sinus opening of the nose, thereby treating
the drainage problem associated with nasal sinuses Sinus dilation devices also
include endoscopes and handheld devices used for visualization and support
during sinus dilation procedures.
Balloon
Sinus Dilation is a safe and effective treatment for persons with symptomatic
sinusitis who are not trying to respond well to prescription drugs and are
seeking relief from unpleasant and painful sinusitis symptoms. It is less
invasive than traditional sinus surgery and effective at treating chronic
sinusitis symptoms. In addition, unlike traditional sinus surgery, balloon
sinus dilation devices allow patients to resume normal activities quickly. The
removal of bones or tissue from the nose is not part of the balloon sinus
dilation devices procedure.
Sinusitis is classified into three types based on the duration of the
symptoms: acute, sub-acute, and chronic. The treatment of sinusitis is
determined by the duration of the infection. Treatment options such as drugs,
surgery, and physical therapy are available to relieve the patient's symptoms.
In chronic cases where the sinuses remain blocked for an extended period of
time, doctors may recommend surgery. Rhinoplasty surgery is a procedure in
which surgeons dilate the sinuses to relieve mucus and reduce sinus pressure.
Balloon
sinuplasty is a novel in-office procedure in which your Houston ENT doctor
inserts a small catheter into your sinuses and inflates it. This catheter
gently nudges your sinuses, opening them up and providing long-lasting relief.
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