Efficacy of Steroid Impregnated Nasal Packing on Postoperative Outcome After Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Background: Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) is a mainstay in managing chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). This study explores whether steroid-impregnated nasal packing can improve postoperative healing outcomes.Methods: A total of 66 patients undergoing bilateral FESS were randomized. One nasal cavity received Triamcinolone-soaked packing, and the other received saline. Outcomes were scored at 1 and 2 weeks.Results: The steroid side showed significantly reduced crusting (18.2%) and synechiae (12.1%) versus the control (53.0% and 31.8% respectively, p<0.01). Patient satisfaction and healing scores were also improved.Conclusion: Triamcinolone-impregnated nasal packing improves postoperative outcomes and can be safely recommended in FESS patients.
Author: Dr G. Karthik, Dr G. Gandhi, Dr. Arun Magendran
Language: English
Subfield: Otorhinolaryngology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6950071830
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