Polypectomy (nose)

Removal of polyps in the nose (which may cause obstruction of the airway at night)

Speciality ENT, Paediatrics
Urgency elective
Duration 10 to 20 min
Blood Loss minimal to 250 ml
Anaesthesia General Anaesthetic +/- Gas Induction
Procedures Throat pack
Pain mild-moderate (++)
Post-op Pain II Tablets, Suppositories
Hospital Stay Day Surgery (a few hours) to 1 day
Full Recovery 1 to 2 weeks
Additional Info May be cancelled if present or recent bronchitis, cough or chest infection. Beware: obstructive sleep apnoea.
created by Dr Taija Nicoli

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