The introduction of ESS (endoscopic sinus surgery) has changed and vastly improved the potential of sinus surgery. It is now possible to visualize obstruction in the natural sinus ostia and remove diseased tissue, thereby promoting restoration of normal function. A series of 300 consecutively performed cases is reviewed; results and complications are reported. Findings include a success rate of 94%, with complications in less than 1%. ESS offers a major advancement in treatment of chronic sinusitis.
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