Hydraulic dissection technique during endoscopic sinus surgery using a novel balloon sinus dilation device.

ABSTRACT:

Background

More than a decade after its introduction, some rhinologic surgeons have incorporated the technique of balloon sinus dilation (BSD) technology into "hybrid" endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) procedures. A novel BSD device which can be placed over standard surgical instruments, including surgical navigation instruments, has recently been introduced. We present a case series in which this device was used as a hydraulic dissection tool to aid safe efficient surgery in difficult-to-access locations of the paranasal sinuses during hybrid ESS procedures.

Objective

Highlight the potential role of hydraulic dissection techniques during ESS utilizing BSD.

Methods

Retrospective case series of patients who underwent ESS performed in part with a novel BSD device.

Resul

SUBMITTER: Schmale IL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8513423 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature