Balloon catheter dilation of paranasal sinus ostia for chronic sinusitis
Guidance issued
IPG Number: IPG273
Summary
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued full guidance to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on balloon catheter dilation of paranasal sinus ostia for chronic sinusitis.
Description
Sinusitis occurs when air-filled cavities of the face (the sinuses) become inflamed. Balloon catheter dilation aims to help keep the sinus passages open and unobstructed by gently inflating a small balloon, which is introduced through the nose via a flexible tube.
OPCS4.6 Code(s):
Details
Topic area:
Ear and nose
Surgical procedures
Surgical procedures
Specialist advice sought from:
- British Association of Otorhinolaryngologists - Head and Neck Surgeons
- British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Date notified to NICE:
07 August 2007
Guidance issue date:
24 September 2008
Contact details:
Contact NICE about this project
Contact Address:
Interventional Procedures Programme
National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence
MidCity Place
71 High Holborn
London
WC1V 6NA
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This page was last updated: 07 February 2011
