Catheter-Based Dilation of the Sinus Ostia: Initial Safety and Feasibility Analysis in a Cadaver Model

Bolger, William E.; Vaughan, Winston C.

doi:10.2500/ajr.2006.20.2868

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“…More supportive statements followed along with publication of research studies demonstrating safety, feasibility, and efficacy in the dilation of sinus ostia and outflow tracts. Bolger and Vaughan [12] first performed these procedures in a cadaver model. Brown and Bolger [13] followed this with a successful safety and feasibility study in 10 FESS candidates.…”

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Balloon Sinuplasty Versus Surgical Management of Chronic Rhinosinusitis

Stewart¹,

Vaughan²

2010

Curr Allergy Asthma Rep

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The first US Food and Drug Administration-approved dilating balloon catheter system for obstructed paranasal sinus drainage pathways was introduced in September 2005. It was discussed as an alternative treatment option for traditional endoscopic sinus surgery for those suffering from chronic rhinosinusitis. Widespread patient interest has ensued, although controversy regarding application of this device continues. Many otolaryngologists have been trained to use the device, and more than 88,000 patients have had surgery using this device. Like similar dilating catheters used in other specialties to relieve obstruction, it is a minimally invasive tool for mucosal-sparing dilation of sinus ostia or sinus outflow tracts. Although studies have been completed that demonstrate feasibility, safety, and long-term patency of dilated sinuses, the evolving indications for its use remain controversial. Referring physicians and patients can expect a range of opinions on the role of these devices in the treatment of rhinosinusitis for the foreseeable future.

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Balloon Sinuplasty Versus Surgical Management of Chronic Rhinosinusitis

Stewart¹,

Vaughan²

2010

Curr Allergy Asthma Rep

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“…This device dilates PNS ostia and its adjacent structures, causing local micro-fractures, through the use of a balloon capable of withstanding high pressures. It is believed that after this dilation with the micro-fractures there is a remodeling of the treated PNS system drainage 1,8,9 . In some recently published papers, it is believed that these devices may cause benefits, when compared to conventional EES, in reducing surgery time, hospital stay and the use of other materials, such as nasal packing 1,4,10 .…”

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Sinuplastia com balão, avaliação inicial: 10 casos, resultados e seguimento

Júnior¹,

Stamm²,

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2010

Braz. j. otorhinolaryngol. (Impr.)

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Int roduction and aims: Balloon sinuplasty has been the object of recent discussions and papers. It is believed that the use of these tools can bring benefits, when compared with traditional endoscopic sinus surgery. Although there already are papers on the efficacy of this new instrument in the literature, there is no study in our country with a series of cases and follow-up of patients undergoing sinuplasty. Our study aims to review the information of 10 patients who underwent balloon sinuplasty, alone or in combination, discussing the indications, complementary therapy and follow up evaluation.Method: retrospective study.

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“…In addition to the standard endoscopic sinus surgery equipment, a C-arm fl uoroscope was utilized during the surgery to locate, cannulate and dilate the occluded sinus ostia. The 'learning curve' was not steep for cannulation and dilatation of the various sinus ostia and all sinuses could be comfortably accessed with prior adequate practice on cadaveric models [1,2]. The patient, surgical team and operating room staff wore appropriate radiological shields standardized as per the international protocols.…”

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Balloon sinuplasty — the first Indian experience

Raghunandhan

Prashanth

Natarajan

et al. 2009

Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg

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The surgical management of sinusitis was revolutionized worldwide with the advent of the rigid Hopkins rod nasal endoscopes three decades ago. The traditional Messerklinger technique, was thus propagated worldwide by Prof. Stammberger, from the University of Graz in Austria and has come into vogue as functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS). The principal aim behind this procedure was the maximal preservation of the nasal mucosal integrity, while providing optimal disease clearance. Today, the introduction of a new technological innovation called 'balloon sinuplasty', has taken the field of sinus surgery a step further. This new technology is very similar to the principles of balloon angioplasty and today, this system has added an efficient, non-invasive tool in the armamentarium of the innovative endoscopic rhinologist. This FDA approved technique, in recent times has provided excellent results in various centers across the western world. We share our first surgical experience with the introduction of this cutting-edge technology in India.

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Catheter-Based Dilation of the Sinus Ostia: Initial Safety and Feasibility Analysis in a Cadaver Model

Cited by 84 publications

References 4 publications

Balloon Sinuplasty Versus Surgical Management of Chronic Rhinosinusitis

Balloon Sinuplasty Versus Surgical Management of Chronic Rhinosinusitis

Sinuplastia com balão, avaliação inicial: 10 casos, resultados e seguimento

Balloon sinuplasty — the first Indian experience

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