The Science Behind Balloon Sinuplasty
Aug 30, 2015
The fast and effective outpatient procedure known as balloon sinuplasty has won over many converts in the years since the technique first earned a nod from the FDA. Today it is fast becoming the approach of choice for sinus surgeons who want to get their patients back into a normal respiratory pattern without invasive surgery:
As the accompanying article attests, this concept is nothing new in medicine; it was born of a similar approach used in cardiovascular medicine:
Developed in 2005, the idea behind balloon sinuplasty is loosely based on the concept of balloon angioplasty used in heart surgery. During heart surgery, doctors insert a deflated 18-millimeter balloon attached to the top of a small instrument into a blocked artery. Doctors inflate the balloon, which unclogs the artery and allows for easier blood flow.
Ensuring that the body’s natural systems are draining and functioning properly is a concern that touches everyone from thoracic surgeons in Maine to orthopedic surgeons in San Diego. My Los Angeles sinus surgery office has been performing balloon sinuplasties for many years, typically with outstanding results. To make an appointment today, please contact the sinus surgery experts here.