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Quality-of-life outcomes after osteoplastic frontal sinus obliteration
R Alsarraf1, J d Kriet, E A Weymuller
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, USA.
Summary
Osteoplastic frontal sinus obliteration shows mixed results for chronic sinusitis patients. While many report satisfaction and fewer clinic visits, nearly half still find non-surgical options more effective, with some needing further surgery.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Surgical Outcomes
Background:
- Frontal sinusitis treatment is debated.
- Limited data exists on patient quality of life after osteoplastic frontal sinus obliteration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate patient outcomes and quality of life following osteoplastic frontal sinus obliteration.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review and questionnaire of 39 patients.
- Data collected from patients treated between 1991 and 1994.
Main Results:
- Most patients were satisfied and reported improved Chronic Sinusitis Survey scores.
- Decreased clinic visits and antibiotic use were noted.
- However, 50% favored non-surgical treatments, 30% required re-operation, indicating potential ineffectiveness for refractory disease.
Conclusions:
- Osteoplastic frontal sinus obliteration yields mixed outcomes for chronic sinusitis.
- Despite some persistent symptoms and need for further treatment, a significant reduction in lost work/activity days was observed.