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Relieve Sinuses Using Balloons

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Jul 22, 2013 - 4:25:34 PM



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(HealthNewsDigest.com) - Those with ongoing sinus issues know how frustrating it can be when over-the-counter medicines are not effective. Luckily, a new procedure is helping alleviate the constant annoyance of sinus pressure headaches and/or recurring sinus infections. Dr. Jordan Pritikin, a board-certified otolaryngologist based in Chicago, discusses the innovative in-office balloon sinuplasty procedure.

"The balloon sinuplasty procedure is a new and novel approach to the treatment of sinus problems. It minimizes trauma to the tissues and improves the ventilation and drainage of the sinuses," says Dr. Pritikin. "For patients with chronic sinus issues, the procedure improves airflow into and out of the sinuses, decreases mucus accumulation within the sinuses and improves the delivery of medications into the sinuses. It's a procedure with the ability to dramatically improve everyday life for chronic sinus sufferers."

To complete the procedure, Dr. Pritikin introduces a balloon catheter into the sinus and the balloon is gradually inflated in order to gently restructure the blocked area of the nasal passage. The device remodels the opening of the bone and allows it to heal in that position. This promotes aeration and drainage with minimal discomfort, almost no bleeding, and very little recovery time.

Other than a CT scan, the procedure requires no special testing or preparation and can be done in-office in about 30-45 minutes. There is no bruising or facial swelling and since the procedure only requires a small amount of local anesthetic, no one needs to accompany the patient to the procedure.

"The procedure is safe and effective. In fact, additional research found that 95% of patients treated with balloon sinuplasty experienced improvements in their sinus problems," continues Dr. Pritikin.

Patients are available to discuss their experiences with balloon sinuplasty. For more information on this topic or to schedule an interview with Dr. Jordan Pritikin, please contact me directly.

Thanks,

Claudia

About Dr. Jordan Pritikin

Dr. Jordan Pritikin is a board-certified otolaryngologist at Chicago Nasal & Sinus Center, a private medical practice devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of nasal and sinus disorders. Dr. Pritikin is a Fellow of theAmerican Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and attended Rush Medical College inChicago, where he was selected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Medical Society. Over the years, Dr. Pritikin has cultivated an interest in Rhinology, focusing his practice on diseases of the nose and sinuses, and has participated in clinical research exploring innovative therapies for chronic sinusitis. He has lectured at local and national meetings, developed informational and training videos demonstrating surgical techniques for the nose and sinuses, and has helped develop and refine instruments designed for sinus surgery. Dr. Pritikin and the Chicago Nasal & Sinus Center offer patients an unparalleled level of service, utilizing state-of-the art technology and innovative treatments while maintaining a thoughtful and caring approach. For more information visit http://www.chicagonasalsinuscenter.com/.


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