Polypotomy of the nose by shaving method

Nasal polyps are benign neoplasms on the mucous membrane of the nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses, which can be caused by both an allergic reaction and infectious agents (viruses, fungi), and as a result, lead to impaired nasal breathing.

In the case of multiple overgrowths, the pathology is called “mucosal polyposis”. Nasal polypotomy is used to treat it.

What is nasal polypotomy?

Polypotomy is a surgical procedure aimed at removing polyps of the nasal mucosa or paranasal sinuses. The amount of surgery depends on the anatomy, localization of polyps, and their number.

In what cases is it necessary to consult an otorhinolaryngologist?

If the following symptoms are present, nasal polyps may be suspected:

Difficulty nasal breathing;
colorless, viscous, or purulent nasal discharge;

headache;
frequent fatigue;

discomfort in the projection of the paranasal sinuses;
itchy nose or frequent sneezing;

violation of the sense of smell;
snoring or rhinophonia.

If you are worried about at least one of the above symptoms, this is a good reason to seek help from an otorhinolaryngologist at the Dobrobut MC clinic. If the pathology is not diagnosed in time, the polyp can cause the development of various complications.

When is polypotomy contraindicated?

exacerbation of various infectious and allergic diseases;
systemic diseases;

coagulopathy of a different nature, which can lead to uncontrolled bleeding;

pregnancy and the period of breastfeeding;
decompensated diseases.

What is shaver nasal polypotomy?

Our specialists at MC Dobrobut use the most advanced techniques to remove nasal polyps. When removing polyps by the shaver method, endoscopic equipment, and a special instrument - a shaver (microdebrider) are used, which consists of a pump and a cutting surface to remove polyps. This structure of the instrumentation allows you to remove (cut) polyps and simultaneously remove them from the nasal cavity or paranasal sinus. This operation has low trauma and high efficiency, which allows this technique to lead among the main methods of treating nasal polyps.

Shaver nasal polypotomy has several advantages and practically no disadvantages:

very high speed of the operation;
long-term remission of the disease (several years);
the ability to remove a huge formation of polyps.

How is a shaver nasal polypotomy performed in Kyiv?

Surgery in Ukraine is performed under general or local anesthesia. The duration of the operation is about 20-25 minutes.

For access, miniature incisions are used, which allow the endoscope to be inserted into the paranasal sinuses. For control during the operation, the surgeon uses an endoscope, which allows you to monitor the accuracy of the surgeon's movements and the safety of the operation in real-time on the monitor. Through additional access, a shaver (microdebrider) is introduced, which is used to cut and remove polyps from the cavity.

After the operation, hospitalization is not required, which allows you to leave the walls of our clinic on the day of the operation.

After the operation, the patient will feel significant improvements. In a week, normal breathing will return to him, in a month - completely the sense of smell.

How is rehabilitation performed after the removal of polyps by the shaver method?

The rehabilitation period is about a week. The patient returns to normal life after 2-3 days (the period during which postoperative mucosal edema falls). Physical activity on lines up to 1 month should be excluded.

Our specialists prescribe a course of topical steroids to prevent the recurrence of polyps on the mucous membrane.

The modern endoscopic technique of shaver removal of polyps is painless and safe manipulation used in the Dobrobut MC.

Why Dobrobut Medical Centers Network?

To remove polyps in the nose with a shaver at an affordable price in Kyiv, contact Dobrobut MC, because we have:

ENT doctors who have extensive clinical experience and are the best specialists in this area, both in Ukraine and abroad;

all tools and consumables are only disposable, from the best European and American manufacturers;

comfortable conditions of stay in the clinic.

How to sign up for a procedure at Dobrobut MC?

You can find out the details of the operation, the cost of the examination, and the cost of shaver polypotomy at the Dobrobut Medical Center in Kyiv, as well as sign up for the operation by filling out the feedback form on our website, or by calling the call center number.

If you have problems with nasal breathing, do not postpone your visit to the ENT until tomorrow, sign up for a consultation with our specialists at Dobrobut Medical Center today!

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