TITLE:
Catheter in Antrochoanal Polyp: Functions Intact
AUTHORS:
Amol Hekare, Mohan Jagade, Vitthal D. Kale, Devkumar Rengaraja, Radhika Sonate, Karthik Rao
KEYWORDS:
Antrochoanal Polyp, Catheter
JOURNAL NAME:
International Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery,
Vol.6 No.5,
August
28,
2017
ABSTRACT: The general rule to follow in nasal pathology is to intervene “as extensive as required and as limited as possible”. There are various surgical methods described in the literature for the removal of Antrochoanal polyp that are refractory to medical treatment. However, these methods fail to restore and maintain the optimal physiology of the nose thus reducing the quality of life post operatively. Here in this article, we describe a relatively easy, safe and cost effective method of complete removal of the Antrochoanal polyp with the use of simple rubber catheters. It negates the need for sophisticated instruments and also helps in restoring the physiological function of the nose effectively as the nasal mucosa is left undisturbed.