scholarly journals Treatment of Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy: A Randomized Clinical Trial

2003 ◽  
Vol 112 (8) ◽  
pp. 683-688 ◽  
Author(s):  
Desiderio Passàli ◽  
Francesco Maria Passàli ◽  
Giulio Cesare Passàli ◽  
Valerio Damiani ◽  
Luisa Bellussi
Keyword(s):  
Lateral Displacement ◽  
Surgical Techniques ◽  
Inferior Turbinate ◽  
Long Term Results ◽  
Secretory Iga ◽  
Physiological Level ◽  
First Choice ◽  
Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy ◽  
Submucosal Resection

In the past 130 years, many surgical procedures for turbinate reduction have been developed. We analyzed the long-term efficacy of 6 of these surgical techniques (turbinectomy, laser cautery, electrocautery, cryotherapy, submucosal resection, and submucosal resection with lateral displacement) over a 6-year follow-up period. We randomly divided 382 patients into 6 therapeutic groups and surgically treated them at the Department of Otorhinolaryngology of the University of Siena. After 6 years, only submucosal resection resulted in optimal long-term normalization of nasal patency and in restoration of mucociliary clearance and local secretory IgA production to a physiological level with few postoperative complications (p < .001). The addition of lateral displacement of the inferior turbinate improved the long-term results. We recommend, in spite of the greater surgical skill required, submucosal resection combined with lateral displacement as the first-choice technique for the treatment of nasal obstruction due to hypertrophy of the inferior turbinates.

scholarly journals Surgical Treatment for the Refractory Allergic Rhinitis: State of the Art

Allergies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-62
Author(s):  
Antonino Maniaci ◽  
Milena Di Luca ◽  
Ignazio La Mantia ◽  
Calogero Grillo ◽  
Caterina Maria Grillo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Surgical Techniques ◽  
Standard Technique ◽  
Inferior Turbinate ◽  
Conventional Drug ◽  
Surgical Options ◽  
Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy ◽  
Turbinate Reduction

Nasal obstruction is a frequent disorder that interferes with the daily patient’s quality of life. The key element in the pathophysiology of the disorder is the inferior turbinate hypertrophy related to multiple conditions such as allergic rhinitis (AR). Many patients are managed using conventional drug therapies such as antihistamines, decongestants, and intranasal steroid sprays, anticholinergic agents, mast cell stabilizers, and desensitizing vaccines. When traditional therapy failed to relieve AR symptoms, surgical inferior turbinate reduction (ITR) is indicated. A vast variety of surgical techniques have been reported in the literature for AR such as resectioning, coagulating, and laser procedures. We aimed to revise all surgical options in AR management. We confirm that no ideal standard technique for turbinate reduction has been developed so far regarding the multitude of different surgical procedures. Furthermore, no prospective and comparable long-term studies are present in the literature; it is challenging to recommend evidence-based surgical techniques.

scholarly journals The Role of Quantic Molecular Resonance (QMR) in the Treatment of Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy (ITH): Our Experience With Long-Term Follow-Up in Allergic and Nonallergic Rhinitis Refractory to Medical Therapy. Preliminary Results

2021 ◽  
pp. 014556132110015
Author(s):  
Filippo Ricciardiello ◽  
Davide Pisani ◽  
Pasquale Viola ◽  
Raul Pellini ◽  
Giuseppe Russo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nasal Obstruction ◽  
Inferior Turbinate ◽  
Nonallergic Rhinitis ◽  
Turbinate Hypertrophy ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy ◽  
Molecular Resonance

Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the long-term effectiveness of quantic molecular resonance (QMR) in the treatment of inferior turbinate hypertrophy (ITH) in allergic and nonallergic rhinitis refractory to medical therapy. Methods: This study enrolled 281 patients, 160 males (56.9%) and 121 females (43.1%), mean age 37.8 ± 4.1 years, range 18 to 71. Fifty-four patients have been lost to follow up and have been therefore excluded from the final analysis. Based on skin prick test results, 69 patients were considered allergic (group A) and 158 nonallergic (group B). All subjects underwent before surgery (T0) and 3 (T1), 12 (T2), 24 (T3), and 36 months (T4) after QMR treatment to: 4-phase rhinomanometric examination, nasal endoscopy evaluation, and visual analogue scale to quantify the subjective feelings about nasal obstruction. Results: Subjective and objective parameters showed statistically significant improvement in both groups. Group B parameters not changed during follow-up, while group A showed significant worsening between T1 and subsequent assessments. T4 outcome indicates a better result in nonallergic patients. Conclusions: In accordance with the literature, our preliminary data validate QMR treatment as a successful therapeutic option for nasal obstruction due to ITH. Nonallergic patients had a very good T4 outcome. Allergic patients showed a worsening trend after 1 year probably due to other causes.

Argon Plasma Surgery for Treatment of Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy: A Long-Term Follow-Up in 157 Patients

ORL ◽  
2003 ◽  
Vol 65 (4) ◽  
pp. 206-210 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. Ferri ◽  
E. Armato ◽  
S. Cavaleri ◽  
P. Capuzzo ◽  
F. Ianniello
Keyword(s):  
Argon Plasma ◽  
Inferior Turbinate ◽  
Turbinate Hypertrophy ◽  
Long Term Follow Up ◽  
Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy

scholarly journals A randomized clinical study: outcome of submucous resection of compensatory inferior turbinate during septoplasty

2011 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-57
Author(s):  
Nimet Ozalp Devseren ◽  
Mustafa Cenk Ecevit ◽  
Taner Kemal Erdag ◽  
Kerim Ceryan
Keyword(s):  
Nasal Obstruction ◽  
Surgical Techniques ◽  
Inferior Turbinate ◽  
Nasal Patency ◽  
Randomized Clinical Study ◽  
Turbinate Hypertrophy ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy ◽  
Submucous Resection

Background: Septoplasty and/or turbinate surgery are commonly used surgical techniques for the treatment of mechanical nasal obstruction. The aim of this study was to define the effectiveness of submucous resection of a hypertrophied turbinate together with simultaneous septoplasty for the treatment of nasal obstruction. Methods: Forty-two patients with septum deviation and compensatory contralateral inferior turbinate hypertrophy were recruited in this study. The inferior turbinate hypertrophy was diagnosed based on examination. The patients were randomly divided into two groups. In group A, a submucous resection was performed to treat a hypertrophied inferior turbinate, together with a septoplasty. In group B, only a septoplasty was performed. Acoustic rhinometry and rhinomanometry tests were conducted for an objective evaluation of nasal patency. A visual analog scale (VAS) was applied to the patients for the subjective evaluation of nasal obstruction complaints. Results: The application of submucous resection intended to reduce a hypertrophied inferior turbinate led to a distinctive increase in cross-sectional area of nasal patency; however, when the two groups were compared, it was statistically significant only at the post-operative sixth month. There was no difference between the results of rhinomanometry. The subjective symptom scores were better in group A than in group B between the post-operative first to sixth month. Conclusion: Submucous resection of a hypertrophied inferior turbinate is necessary for the treatment of nasal obstruction.

scholarly journals Combined Replacement of Aortic Valve and Ascending Aorta—A 70-Year Evolution of Surgical Techniques

Aorta ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Igor Vendramin ◽  
Uberto Bortolotti ◽  
Davide Nunzio De Manna ◽  
Andrea Lechiancole ◽  
Sandro Sponga ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Aortic Valve ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Aortic Valve Disease ◽  
Surgical Techniques ◽  
Ascending Aorta ◽  
Valve Disease ◽  
Long Term Results ◽  
The Past ◽  
Technical Advances

AbstractSimultaneous replacement of the ascending aorta and aortic valve has always been a challenging procedure. Introduction of composite conduits, through various ingenious procedures and their modifications, has changed the outlook of patients with aortic valve disease and ascending aorta pathology. In the past 70 years, progress of surgical techniques and prosthetic materials has allowed such patients to undergo radical procedures providing excellent early and long-term results in both young and elderly patients. This article aims to review the most important technical advances in the treatment of aortic valve disease and ascending aorta aneurysms recognizing the important contributions in this field.

Gefäßchirurgie an der Jahrtausendwende

VASA ◽  
2000 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-27 ◽  
Author(s):  
Polterauer ◽  
Nanobachvili ◽  
Fuegl ◽  
Huk
Keyword(s):  
Gene Therapy ◽  
Vascular Surgery ◽  
Intimal Hyperplasia ◽  
Surgical Techniques ◽  
Aortic Aneurysms ◽  
Long Term Results ◽  
Prosthetic Material ◽  
Vascular Medicine ◽  
The Future

Modern diagnostic modalities as well as ongoing improvement of vascular prosthetic material and surgical techniques have stimulated progress in vascular surgery. New discoveries concerning the mechanism of endothelial function, atherosclerosis, developments in gene therapy and endovascular techniques will expand the future therapeutic spectrum of vascular surgery. Endoluminal implantation of stent grafts for the treatment of aortic aneurysm may be a reasonable alternative to conventional surgery, especially in high-risk patients. Long-term results of this procedure, however, are not yet available. Stenting of internal carotid artery stenosis may be considered as an experimental method of treatment. Its feasibility, efficacy, safety and long-term results must be analyzed before the application of the method may be restricted or recommended. Endoluminal irradiation (brachytherapy) reduces intimal hyperplasia/restenosis and can improve the long-term results of percutaneous transluminal angioplasty. Anti-atherosclerotic and anti-aggregatory therapy (with statins, estrogens, antibiotics, nitric oxide precursor/donors, glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor inhibitors) will play an important role in the prevention of ischemic diseases and improve the results of surgical/interventional treatment by reducing intimal hyperplasia and restenosis. Gene therapy opens new vistas in vascular medicine. Angiogenetic factors can be used for the treatment of patients with distal occlusion of the peripheral arteries. Gene transfer may be useful in the conservative treatment of progressive aortic aneurysms. A more unified vision toward vascular medicine might be the key for research and development in the future.

Cartilage-sparing otoplasty: a review with long-term results

1997 ◽  
Vol 111 (5) ◽  
pp. 424-430 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. D. Vuyk
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Technique ◽  
Head And Neck ◽  
Surgical Techniques ◽  
Neck Region ◽  
Psychological Aspects ◽  
Long Term Results ◽  
Congenital Deformity ◽  
Head And Neck Region ◽  
Prominent Ears

AbstractProminent ears are the most frequent congenital deformity in the head and neck region. Anatomy of normal and prominent ears as well as the psychological aspects of prominent ears are reviewed. Two types of surgical technique are described with emphasis on the cartilage-sparing technique.A sound pre-operative analysis, focusing on all partsof the deformity, and surgical techniques which are gradually applied to these deformities should result in pleasing, permanent changes for the vast majority of patients. In our opinion, a combination of cartilage-sparing techniques augmented with cartilage-weakeningprocedures give predictable long-term results with a natural appearing ear and concomitant few, easily treated complications.

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