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¹Städtisches Klinikum Karlsruhe, HNO-Klinik, Germany. thildenbrand@gmx.net

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Area of Science:

Otolaryngology
Respiratory Medicine
Evidence-Based Medicine

Background:

Nasal douching is a recommended treatment for various nasal and paranasal sinus conditions.
Saline nasal douching is effective for chronic rhinosinusitis and post-sinus surgery care.
Otolaryngologic societies endorse nasal douching for specific conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

To systematically review the efficacy of nasal douching in acute rhinosinusitis.
To assess its role in preventing recurrent upper respiratory tract infections.
To evaluate potential adverse effects of long-term regular use.

Main Methods:

Systematic literature review.
Analysis of evidence regarding efficacy in acute rhinosinusitis.
Assessment of safety and infection rates with prolonged use.

Main Results:

Limited effect of saline nasal douching in adults with acute rhinosinusitis (Ia).
Effective in children with acute rhinosinusitis alongside standard medication (Ib).
Can prevent recurrent infections (IIb); no evidence of adverse effects from daily long-term use.

Conclusions:

Nasal douching with saline is recommended for adults with acute rhinosinusitis (A).
Recommended as adjunctive therapy for children with acute rhinosinusitis (A).
Recommended for preventing recurrent infections (B).