Balloon Sinuplasty
We offer an innovative new option for patients suffering from chronic sinusitis called Balloon Sinuplasty™.
Symptoms of sinusitis
Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinus lining caused by bacterial, viral and/or microbial infections as well as structural issues like blockages of the sinus opening (ostium). If the sinus opening is closed, normal mucus drainage may not occur—a condition that can lead to infection and inflammation of the sinuses. Symptoms of sinusitis can often cause extensive discomfort and include the following:
- Facial pain, pressure, congestion or fullness
- Difficulty breathing through the nose
- Discharge of yellow or green mucus from the nose
- Tooth pain
- Loss of the sense of smell or taste
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Sore throat
- Bad breath
Often these symptoms run their course in a few days, yet if sinusitis occurs frequently or lasts three months or longer, it may be considered chronic.
Balloon Sinuplasty procedure
- Minimally invasive technology that uses a balloon catheter to quickly open and expand blocked sinuses
- Because this option is less invasive than traditional sinus surgical options, patient discomfort is reduced and recovery times are shorter
- During a Balloon Sinuplasty, a physician places a small, flexible sinus balloon catheter into the nose to reach the sinuses
- The sinus balloon catheter is gradually inflated to gently restructure the previously blocked nasal passage, restoring normal sinus drainage and function
- The minimally invasive nature of this procedure reduces pain and bleeding, allowing many patients to return to normal activities more quickly
Preventing the reoccurrence of chronic sinusitis can also significantly contribute to a patient’s overall quality of life.