Endoscopic Sinusitis Surgery: Modern Approaches and Simultaneous Interventions
Sinusitis is a disease that develops with inflammation in the nasal and surrounding sinus cavities, reducing quality of life, and when it becomes chronic, may require surgical treatment. Especially when chronic sinusitis treatment with medications is insufficient, endoscopic sinusitis surgery is one of the most effective options.
As Prof. Dr. Gediz Murat Serin, I have been performing sinus surgeries for many years, combining modern technologies with current surgical techniques to achieve both safe and lasting results.
What is Endoscopic Sinus Surgery?
Endoscopic sinus surgery is a closed surgical method performed by entering through the nose with high-resolution endoscopes, where the natural openings or doors of the sinuses are widened, inflamed tissues are cleaned, and both ventilation and easy drainage of the sinuses are ensured.
Through this method:
- No external incision is made in the facial area.
- Functional and permanent healing is achieved.
- The recovery process is faster and more comfortable.
The most important point in chronic sinusitis treatment is correct patient selection and surgical planning.
Sinuses Are Not Completely Removed in Sinusitis Surgery
Expressions frequently mentioned by patients such as “They completely removed my sinusitis” or “They took out my sinuses” are not correct.
In endoscopic sinusitis surgery, sinuses are never removed; only inflamed tissues are cleaned and the natural openings of the sinuses are widened. This way, sinus ventilation is ensured and the possibility of inflammation recurring is reduced.
So surgery is performed not to destroy the sinuses, but to ensure they function healthily.
Balloon Sinuplasty: Not a Treatment by Itself
Balloon sinuplasty is an auxiliary tool used to widen sinus openings, especially in anatomically narrow areas like the frontal sinus. It is not a surgical technique or an alternative to endoscopic sinus surgery. In this method, a special balloon catheter is placed at the sinus opening and inflated to widen the opening.
However, it should be known that:
- Balloon sinuplasty is not a surgical method by itself.
- It is applied with endoscopic sinus surgery.
- It is not for every sinus, but specifically tools used to open frontal sinuses. For success, surgeon’s experience and correct indication are very important.
Navigation-Assisted Sinus Surgery
Navigation-assisted sinus surgery, like a GPS system, shows the surgeon’s position with millimetric precision during the operation.
Advantages:
- Minimizes serious risks such as brain, eye and vascular injuries.
- Increases surgical safety in complex anatomies.
Still, technology is only an assistant; the real success depends on the surgeon’s anatomical knowledge and experience.
Simultaneous Interventions During Surgery
Chronic sinusitis is usually seen together with other structural problems in the nose. During endoscopic sinusitis surgery, the following procedures can be performed in the same session:
- Correction of septum deviation (nasal curvature)
- Reduction of concha bullosa
- Application of radiofrequency to inferior turbinates
- Rhinoplasty (aesthetic nose surgery) in suitable patients
This way, both breathing problems and aesthetic problems can be solved in a single operation.
Equipment and Hospital Selection
For a successful endoscopic sinusitis surgery, not only the surgeon’s experience, but also:
- The quality of endoscope and camera systems used
- The condition of surgical instruments
- The experience of the surgical team
are very important.
Modern Sinusitis Treatment with Prof. Dr. Gediz Murat Serin
I aim to offer each patient a safe and personalized surgical approach with the most current techniques. I achieve high success rates in chronic sinusitis treatment with modern methods such as navigation-assisted sinus surgery, balloon sinuplasty and simultaneous nasal surgeries.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1-) How long does endoscopic sinusitis surgery take?
The surgery duration generally varies between 1–3 hours depending on the extent of sinusitis and simultaneous procedures to be performed.
2-) What is the recovery process after endoscopic sinus surgery?
Patients can usually return to their daily lives within a few days.
Complete recovery and healing of nasal tissues may take several weeks.
3-) What is the difference between balloon sinuplasty and classic sinus surgery?
Balloon sinuplasty is an auxiliary tool used to widen the sinus opening and is not sufficient alone in all patients. Classic endoscopic surgery includes cleaning of inflamed tissues and opening of all sinuses.
4-) Can aesthetic nose surgery be performed simultaneously with sinusitis surgery?
Yes. In suitable patients, rhinoplasty and endoscopic sinusitis surgery can be performed in the same session. This way, both functional and aesthetic problems are solved with a single operation.
5-) Is endoscopic sinusitis surgery risky?
With modern techniques, navigation-assisted sinus surgery and an experienced surgeon, the risk of serious complications is quite low. The most important factors are the surgeon’s experience and hospital infrastructure.
“Endoscopic sinusitis surgery with Prof. Dr. Gediz Murat Serin, balloon sinuplasty and navigation-assisted surgery provide modern solutions in chronic sinusitis treatment.”
