Sinus or nasal debridement involves the removal of bone, mucosa, crust and debris following sinus surgery. Doing so helps promote healing and restore sinus function, while preventing infection from recurring.
What is crusting after sinus surgery?
Importance of Removal. Nasal crusting is caused by abnormal mucus production or excessive accumulation. The mucus is thick and does not drain normally. Large crusts may form which may interfere with breathing or emit a foul odor.
How long does it take to fully recover from sinus surgery?
You will probably be able to return to work or school in about 1 week and to your normal routine in about 3 weeks. But this varies with your job and the extent of your surgery. Most people feel normal in 1 to 2 months. You will have to visit your doctor regularly for 3 to 4 months after your surgery.
How do they scrape your sinuses?
This surgical procedure uses a lighted tube called an endoscope to look directly into the nose and sinuses. During an endoscopy, the surgeon can remove tissue, clean out the sinuses, and enlarge sinus openings for drainage.
What debridement means?
Debridement is a procedure for treating a wound in the skin. It involves thoroughly cleaning the wound and removing all hyperkeratotic (thickened skin or callus), infected, and nonviable (necrotic or dead) tissue, foreign debris, and residual material from dressings.
What comes out of your nose after sinus surgery?
You may notice some dark brown nasal discharge for several weeks after your surgery. This is old blood and mucus being cleared from the sinuses and is normal. Also, thick yellow or white drainage is common. This does not mean you have a sinus infection.
What is removed during sinus surgery?
Surgery involves enlarging the openings between the sinuses and the inside of the nose so air can get in and drainage can get out. It may involve removing infected sinus tissue, bone or polyps.
Does nasal debridement hurt?
Although the process may be slightly uncomfortable, most of our patients are able to tolerate it well. After your debridement, you will be instructed to continue rinsing with saline regularly to lubricate the mucus membranes.
When should I see a ent for a sinus infection?
Chronic sinusitis causes swelling and drainage in the nose, which can best be seen during an endoscopic examination by an ENT specialist (otolaryngologist). You should see a specialist if any of the following last 3 months or longer: Thick or discolored nasal discharge. Nasal congestion or obstruction.
