Antrochoanal polyps are unilateral nasal polyps that originate from the maxillary sinus and extend into the choana, which is the space behind the nose where it connects to the throat. These polyps ...

[13] Also, the demonstration on radiograph of complete opacification of a maxillary sinus often indicates ... useful to delineate the presence of nasal polyps (often hidden from anterior viewing ...

CT imaging revealed chronic sinusitis changes of the left maxillary sinus, with reduced volume and depressed anterior wall. The patient underwent functional endoscopic sinus surgery to re-establish ...

Problems with your maxillary sinuses can cause discomfort and impact your quality of life. Luckily, certain exercises can help relieve these issues by encouraging sinus drainage and improving airflow.

AstraZeneca has failed in its bid to get US approval for its IL-5 inhibitor Fasenra as a treatment for chronic rhinosinusitis in people with nasal polyps, after the FDA rejected its marketing ...

Nasal Polyps and Polypoid Degeneration in Asthma ... In the presence of an acute bilateral maxillary and ethmoid sinusitis, an inflamed tracheal mucosa slowly developed. She was given aureomycin ...

These tests can reveal mucus blockages and any abnormal structures, such as polyps. Imaging tests: Various imaging tests can be used to make a diagnosis. For some people, sinusitis can trigger a ...

If nasal polyps are present, polypectomy may also be performed alongside septoplasty. The decision between conservative management and surgery depends on the severity of symptoms and their impact ...

Dr. Ransom is a graduate of the University of Iowa College of Medicine (1962) and was certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology in 1974. He is a Fellow of the American College of ...

Methodology: Clinical information was gathered retrospectively from 166 cases of surgically treated CRSwNP as well as 60 cases of chronic rhinosinusitis without nasal polyps (CRSsNP). A comparative ...

Nasal or sinus polyps can block mucus drainage, increasing the risk of bacterial infections. Though rare, fungal infections can also cause sinus infections, particularly in individuals with weakened ...

Recently, reports surfaced that US Vice President-elect JD Vance underwent minor sinus surgery ahead of his swearing-in ceremony. Sinus issues are common, with millions experiencing recurring ...