Advanced Technology for Treating Chronic Sinus Infections Offered
November 17, 2011
Sonora,
CA
A clinically proven, minimally invasive technology for treating chronic sinus inflammation is available at Greenley Oaks Ear, Nose and Throat, a service of Sonora Regional Medical Center. The Balloon Sinuplasty system uses a small catheter and balloon to quickly open and expand blocked sinuses.
The physicians at Greenley Oaks ENT are the first physicians in our area to offer this technology. James Reese, MD, and Daniel DuBose, MD, have already helped dozens of patients overcome their painful sinuses with Balloon Sinuplasty. “The nice thing about this procedure is that there is less trauma for the patient with no incisions or tissue removal,” says Dr. Reese. “Many patients recover in just a few days.”
Sinusitis is one of the most common chronic health problems in the U.S., afflicting 37 million Americans each year. Patients suffer headaches, congestion, fatigue and other symptoms. This condition significantly impacts an individual’s physical, functional, and emotional quality of life.
Historically, sinusitis patients were limited to two treatment options: medical therapy such as antibiotics and topical nasal steroids, or conventional sinus surgery such as Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS). Medical therapy can help alleviate symptoms in as many as 80% of patients but is inadequate for the rest. For them, sinus surgery is often the best option. However, FESS is a conventional surgery that requires bone and tissue removal in order to open up blocked sinus passageways.
Now there is an alternative solution with Balloon Sinuplasty. A small, flexible balloon catheter is placed through a nostril into the blocked sinus passageway. The balloon is then inflated to gently restructure and open the sinus passageway, restoring normal sinus drainage and function.
Sinusitis patients who are considering their options can learn more about the Balloon Sinuplasty™ technology by Acclarent by contacting Greenley Oaks ENT at 209-536-3680 or by visiting www.balloonsinuplasty.com.
