Erschienen in:
01.04.2013 | SINUSITIS (ML KOWALSKI, SECTION EDITOR)
Balloon Dilation Technology: Let the Truth Be Told
verfasst von:
Peter J. Catalano
Erschienen in:
Current Allergy and Asthma Reports
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Ausgabe 2/2013
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Abstract
Balloon dilation technology (BDT), also known as balloon sinuplasty, has been in clinical use since September, 2005. Prior to BDT, surgeons performed a procedure called FESS, or functional endoscopic sinus surgery, for patients with chronic sinusitis. As is true with any new technology or procedure in medicine, a debate often ensues between early adopters and mainstream practitioners. Over the past 7 years, much has been discussed, debated, and learned about BDT. What follows is a review of the origins of the BDT: the theory, technology, indications and applications; and a review of the pertinent outcomes literature. Independent of how one feels about BDT, the evidence strongly supports its safety, efficacy, and growing popularity among patients and physicians alike.