2012•Unpublished venueRequires access
The Art Of Reducing Bleeding During Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Balasubramanian Thiagarajan, Srikamakshi Kothandaraman
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Abstract
This article discusses the importance of anesthesia in endoscopic sinus surgery. Bloodless field is rather vital during endoscopic sinus surgical procedures. Advantages of having a bloodless field during sugery are: reduced incidence of complications, reduced operating time. Major aim of anesthetist in FESS should be to reduce blood pressure to such a level that bleeding is minimized. This article discusses the importance of anesthesia in endoscopic sinus surgery. Major aim of anesthetist in FESS should be to reduce blood pressure to such a level that bleeding is minimized. The other aspect of reducing bleeding during endoscopic sinus surgical procedure is preparation of nasal mucous membrane. Various steps that can be followed to reduce bleeding during endoscopic sinus surgery are: 1. Mucosal preparation 2. Hypotensive anaesthesia 3. Positioning of the patient 4. Good anatomical knowledge 5. Use of proper instruments