Pathology of the nose

The turbinates are structures that are found within each of the nasal cavities which are bony structures covered with hypervascular mucosa.

The nasal septum is the medial wall of each nostril. The basic components of the nasal septum are a quadrangular cartilage, perpendicular plate of ethmoid and the vomerine bone. The quadrangular lamina thickens at the upper region and is in continuity with the perpendicular plate of ethmoid making an osseo-cartilaginous continuity.

Sinusitis or rhinosinusitis is inflammation of the paranasal sinuses. It can be due to infection, allergy, or autoimmune issues.

The nasal polyposis is a disorder that occurs in 1-4% of the population. This incidence increases significantly if they are considered some groups of people with different nasal diseases.

The inverted papilloma of the paranasal sinuses (also known as papilloma papilloma Schneideriano or transitional) is a benign tumor that originates from the lateral wall of the nose and extends to the paranasal sinuses.

Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) is the mainstay in the surgical treatment of sinusitis and nasal polyps.

Endoscopic surgery for the skull base where ENT surgeon works together with a neurosurgeon, provides minimally invasive access.