This is one of the largest series of consecutive tracheotomies compiled. We found a relatively low overall complication and mortality rate compared with other large series. Tracheal stenosis was the most common complication in contrast to other series. Our opinion is that this may reflect tracheal damage originally caused by prolonged intubation before the tracheotomy. We believe that all other complications of tracheotomy may be prevented or minimized by careful surgical technique and postoperative tracheotomy care.

BACKGROUND The objective of this study is to compare and evaluate the results of Bilateral Inferior Turbinectomy (BIT) and Submucosal Diathermy (SMD) in case of bilateral hypertrophied inferior turbinates with nasal obstruction.

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