Study on Effect of Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery on the Symptom Profile in Patients with Chronic Rhinosinusitis

Abstract Background: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a common, debilitating inflammatory disease of the nose and paranasal sinuses lasting ≥12 weeks and impairing quality of life. Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) is recommended for patients refractory to adequate medical therapy to improve ventilation. Objectives: To evaluate changes in the symptom profile of CRS patients undergoing FESS at a tertiary care centre in Kolhapur, by comparing preoperative symptoms with postoperative outcomes up to six months. Methodology: This 18‑month hospital-based study included 50 CRS patients (allergic/infective) aged ≥12 years with symptoms ≥12 weeks and nonresponsive to ≥6 weeks of medical therapy. Exclusion criteria were age