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Rakhshandeh Alipanahi1, Mirrahim Sayyahmelli, Sima Sayyahmelli
1Ophthalmology Department, Nikookari Hospital, Tabriz, Iran.
JPMA. the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
|December 30, 2011
Summary
Functional endoscopic sinus surgery effectively treats chronic sinus disease. Ocular complications occurred in 13.1% of patients, with most cases resolving post-surgery.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Ophthalmology
Background:
- Chronic sinus disease often requires surgical intervention.
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) is a common treatment for refractory chronic sinus diseases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the incidence and types of ocular complications following functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS).
- To assess the effectiveness of FESS in managing chronic sinus diseases.
Main Methods:
- A prospective, descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted.
- 53 patients undergoing FESS for chronic sinus diseases were evaluated.
- Otolaryngology and Ocular examinations were performed pre- and post-operatively.
Main Results:
- Ocular complications were observed in 7 (13.1%) of 53 FESS procedures.
- The most common complications were lid swelling and conjunctival injection (11.3%), followed by cellulitis (1.9%).
- A statistically significant difference in postoperative complications was noted between patients with and without nasal polyposis (p = 0.001).
Conclusions:
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery is an effective treatment for chronic sinus diseases.
- While ocular complications can occur, they are generally manageable and do not significantly impact overall treatment success.
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