What is Balloon Sinuplasty?
A Breakthrough in Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP) is a safe and effective sinus procedure for chronic sinusitis patients seeking relief from uncomfortable sinus pain symptoms.
Now Available in our ENT Office, Balloon Sinuplasty is:
How is Balloon Sinuplasty Safe & Less Invasive? With Balloon Sinuplasty, there is no cutting of nasal bone or tissue. More than 380,000 patients suffering from chronic sinusitis symptoms have been treated by ear, nose and throat doctors using Balloon Sinuplasty.
How do patients feel after Balloon Sinuplasty? In a study tracking patients 2 years following their Balloon Sinuplasty Sinus Surgery in the OR, most chronic sinusitis patients report clinically meaningful improvement in sinus symptoms and quality of life.(1)
How long does recovery take after Balloon Sinuplasty? While recovery time varies with each patient, recovery is typically fast. In a study of in-office balloon dilation, most patients returned to work and normal activity within 2 days.(2)
If you have been diagnosed with chronic sinusitis and are not responding well to medication, or if you have recurrent acute rhinosinusitis, you may be a candidate for sinus surgery.
This procedure is a proven, less invasive technology used by ENT doctors to treat patients with chronic and recurrent acute sinusitis.
With Balloon Sinuplasty, ENT doctors open inflamed sinuses in the same way that heart surgeons open up blocked arteries during balloon angioplasty. The procedure is less invasive than traditional sinus surgery, and effective at relieving symptoms of chronic sinusitis. Balloon Sinuplasty allows patients to return to normal activities quickly. Unlike conventional sinus surgery, it does not include removal of bone or tissue from the nose. And, Balloon Sinuplasty is now offered by some doctors in their office under local anesthesia, so that there is no need to go to an operating room or undergo general anesthesia.
Benefits of Balloon Sinuplasty In-Office
- Local Anesthesia Balloon Sinuplasty In-Office is an option for patients who decline or are ineligible for general anesthesia.
- Fast Recovery While recovery time varies with each patient, most patients who undergo the in-office procedure can return to normal activities and work within 2 days.(1)
- Comfortable Surroundings Experience the procedure in the comfort of your physician’s office rather than a hospital operating room.
- High Patient Satisfaction The majority of patients who had Balloon Sinuplasty In-Office would recommend the procedure to family and friends.(1)
Potential for Significant Cost Savings Some eligible patients may have lower out-of-pocket costs if the procedure is performed in a lower cost of care setting, such as a physician’s office.