Glucocorticoid Receptor-beta Overexpression According to Nasal Polyp Severity: Immunohistochemical Study
Journal of Rhinology
; : 102-106, 2010.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:
The aims of the study were to reintroduce a surgical technique for a "mini" Caldwell-Luc operation and to determine its efficacy. MATERIALS ANDMETHODS:
A prospective study was performed in 23 patients undergoing the "mini" Caldwell-Luc operation. Improvements in clinical symptoms and endoscopic and computed tomographic (CT) findings were evaluated postoperatively over a follow-up period ranging from 6 to 21 months. All patients were surveyed for nasal symptoms (nasal obstruction, rhinorrhea, posterior nasal drip, headache, and anosmia), complications (tooth or gum pain, numbness, persistent facial pain, and facial hypo-paresthesia), and recurrence. Preoperative nasal polyps were classified by the Gaskins method, and preoperative paranasal sinusitis was graded according to the Kennedy CT staging system.RESULTS:
Symptom scores were all significantly reduced postoperatively (paired t-test, p<0.05). There were no major complications specific to this technique. Among 29 maxillary sinuses that received the "mini" Caldwell-Luc operation, seven showed recurrence (24%).CONCLUSION:
The "mini" Caldwell-Luc operation provides an alternative method of obtaining access to the maxillary antrum and is associated with minimal morbidity.Palavras-chave
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Assunto principal:
Recidiva
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Sinusite
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Dor Facial
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Pólipos Nasais
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Estudos Prospectivos
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Seguimentos
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Gengiva
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Cefaleia
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Hipestesia
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Seio Maxilar
Tipo de estudo:
Observational_studies
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Prognostic_studies
Limite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Journal of Rhinology
Ano de publicação:
2010
Tipo de documento:
Article