FESS stands for Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery. This surgery is used to eradicate sinusitis condition. Sinus is a hollow, air filled cavity. These cavities are in the skull and connected to the nasal airway by a narrow hole in the bone (ostium). Any infection caused in these cavities can lead to sinusitis.
The main function of a sinus is to produce mucus that moisturizes the internal part of the nose. This mucus creates a layer to protect the nose from pollutants, dust dirt and micro-organism. Formation of germs or other pollutants in the sinus can lead to blockage and inflammation giving rise to sinus infections.
FESS can be necessary for two main reasons like:
A sinusitis condition can be temporarily fixed using various medical treatments and therapies. One can get rid of sinusitis's symptoms for some period of time. But, some sinusitis cases cause unbearable burning sensation which is hard to manage every time it occurs. Going for a surgery can help you to get rid of it permanently. If your planning to go for a sinus surgery, our physician will tell you whether you are eligible for the surgery or not.
Sinus cancer is more common in men. Treatment options depend on how far the cancer has spread and your general health. If your medical report shows that you have sinus cancer, one of the best solution to this problem is going for a surgery. FESS is one of a kind to deal with sinus cancer problem.
Other health conditions that require FESS include: