Image-guided endoscopic sinus surgery

This paper has described a new technique of image guided endoscopic sinus surgery. Being able to define the exact location within the sinus using CT scan while in surgery with the patient has the potential to enhance the procedure's utility and decrease the overall potential complication rate. Use of this technology, however, is not a substitute for a thorough knowledge of the anatomy of the paranasal sinuses or experience in performing endoscopic sinus procedures. Further evaluation of this image-guided technology and experience with it will further define usage parameters in the future.