Expected benefits and risks from Sinus Surgery

It is known to have expected benefits from having sinus surgery in three levels: reduction of nasal and sinus-related symptoms, positive impact on asthma symptoms and general improvement of the quality of life. When it comes to the risks of sinus surgery, our experts distinguish complications of sinus surgery into minor complications, while the opposite may be bleeding such as orbital bleeding or nasal bleeding. However, these problems occur in 2% to 3% of the patients going through sinus surgery.

This interview with Prof. Dr Peter Hellings was recorded during the 29th International Course on Endoscopic Surgery of the Paranasal Sinuses & Skull Base.