Rhinology Surgeries in Iran

2.The procedure for rhinology in Iran

Depending on the patient’s problem and the type of surgery being performed, the exact procedure will be different. Generally, all types of procedures start with applying anesthesia which can be either local or general. Rhinology procedures might involve making an external incision on the nose or gum. It may also be performed through the nostrils by using special small telescopes and modern instruments. So, it does not result in any facial scars or change to the outside shape of the nose. Then, the affected part must be fixed or removed. The surgery may take about two hours.

4.Follow-up for Rhinology

After spending your recovery in Iran, you will spend the rest of the process in your home country. In the meantime, Floramedtour provides you with a 2-year follow-up to ensure the best results for you. The main follow-up sessions are usually made after two weeks, six weeks and then three months from the surgery. During these sessions, the doctor will examine the patient and check the recovery process. Besides, the patient has the opportunity to discuss any concerns and questions about the healing progress. Depending on the patient’s health status and complexity of the operation, some further treatment and advice may be given, for instance:

• Avoid drinking and smoking for at least 10 days
• Get back to normal life and resume most of the ordinary activities normally after 4 weeks
• You can return to work when you feel ready if you do not have a demanding job
• Avoid strenuous exercise, for the first two to three weeks after surgery
• Notice that it may take up to three months to feel the full benefits of the surgery
• Nose taping might be required for 1-3 months to help reduce swelling of the nose

How Much does Rhinology Cost?

As you might already know, Iran is a hub of nose surgeries. There are some good reasons for that. Iran gives you a mixture of best prices and most specialized and experienced surgeons. Regrading the prices, a general comparison with other countries can give you a good vision of the prices and why Iran offers the best of them. A Rhinology cost depends on the type of surgery and the place you choose to undergo it. As an example, an Endoscopic sinus surgery in the US can cost about $18,000. The same surgery can charge you around £13,600   in the UK for the treatment alone not including additional prices such as the cost of accommodation and nursing services. Iran generally offers a far better offer at a much lower price. Here in Iran, Floramedtour offers you all-inclusive Rhinology packages, covering all treatment and nursing services, starting from an incredible price of $2000. For more price comparisons for Rhinology surgeries, look at the chart below:

Why Should I Undergo Rhinology?

The main reasons to choose Rhinology include:

• Reshaping your nose
• Opening blocked airways
• Treating breathing problems
• Having a more clear and attractive voice
• Cleaning your nose of mucous, dirt, pollen, and other allergens
• Sinus treatments
• Tumor removal

Types of Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is either surgical or non-surgical. Surgical Rhinoplasty includes a range of nose treatment surgeries such as the following:

Balloon catheter dilation (balloon sinuplasty)

Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a small balloon, placed through the nose, to dilate the sinus openings. The surgery carries a very low amount of risk as it involves no cutting or removal of bones and tissues. This is also an FDA approved technology that has been in use treat CRS in adult patients since 2006.

Endoscopic sinus surgery

Endoscopic sinus surgery, sometimes called functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), is another minimally invasive procedure that uses endoscope to treat sinus problems. During the procedure, your surgeon uses a thin tube (endoscope) and tiny cutting tools to open the blocked passage and restore natural drainage in your sinuses.

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty, aka nose job is a well-known surgery that alters the shape of the nose. The surgery can be performed for both cosmetic and treatment purposes. By reshaping the nose, Rhinoplasty can open nasal airflow and restore proper drainage in the nose. Note that Rhinoplasty can be performed either by a plastic surgeon or an ENT specialist with experience in plastic surgeries.

Septoplasty

Septoplasty is a surgical procedure to straighten and correct your septum. The septum is made of bone and firm cartilage. It runs down the center of your nose and separates your two nostrils. Septoplasty can fix a deviated septum to give it a better shape and allow better airflow. For more effective results, a combination of Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty is also possible under a surgery called Rhinoseptoplasty.

Transnasal pituitary surgery

Endoscopic transnasal transphenoidal surgery is a minimally invasive procedure to remove pituitary tumor. Pituitary tumors are unusual growth of cells in the pituitary gland. Your pituitary gland is a small gland located at the base of the brain below your hypothalamus. This gland is responsible for regulating several of the other hormone gland. During the surgery, a surgicalinstrument is placed through the nostril and alongside the nasal septum to access a pituitary gland to remove the tumor. This surgical technique may also be used for tumor removal in other parts of the skull base.

Turbinate surgery

A Turbinate surgery is a procedure to treat swollen or inflamed nasal turbinates. Nasal turbinates are 3 pairs of thin bones covered by vascular tissue and a mucous membrane outside. allergies, irritation or infection can cause turbinates to get become swollen and inflamed, blocking the airway and producing an excessive amount of mucous which leads to congestion. There are several types of turbinate surgery such as Turbinectomy (removing all or part of the turbinatet tissue), Turbinoplasty (changing the position of turbinates). Radiofrequency or laser ablation is another non-surgical alternative which uses laser energy to shrink the turbinate tissue.

Adenoidectomy

Adenoid removal, or Adenoidectomy, is a surgery to remove the adenoid glands. The adenoid glands sit just behind your nose in your upper airway. Infection or allergies can make these glands swollen and thus block the airway. Here, an Adenoidectomy can take out the swollen tissue to help you breathe easier.

Nose Foreign Body Removal

Nose foreign body removal a procedure to remove foreign bodies from the nose. Most nose foreign bodies can be removed easily by the use of use of forceps, water irrigation, and suction catheter. If the body is deeper inside the nose, a surgery might be required. Nose foreign body removal surgery can be usually performed by an ENT specialist.

Maxillary artery ligation

This surgical procedure ties off the maxillary artery that supplies blood to many facial structures. Closing off this artery can help treat epistaxis or Nosebleeds.

Nasal polypectomy

Nasal polypectomy is a surgical operation to remove polyps located on the lining of the nose or sinuses. Nasal Polyps are painless noncancerous growths inside your nasal passages. They can result into conditions such a runny nose, stuffiness, and lost sense of smell.

Wide local excision

This surgery removes Nasal cavity cancers with some normal tissue around it. The aim of the surgery is to take out all cancerous cells from the nasal and paranasal cavity.

In addition to the above main types of Rhinology, there are also some other types nasal surgical options such as:

• Nasal fracture reduction (closed)
• Nasal cauterization
• Submucosal diathermy (SMD) of turbinate
• Inferior antrostomy
• Turbinectomy
• Antral wash
• Nasal fracture reduction (anterior and posterior)
• Nasal packing
• Caldwell-Luc Operation
• Sinus endoscopy
• Lateral rhinotomy
• Ligation of sphenopalatine artery
• Classical sinus surgical operations
• Transposition of the nose
• Maxillectomy
• Osteoplastic flap operations

You can also choose the following non-surgical alternatives mainly if you have minor nose conditions. These non-surgical alternatives commonly include Radiofrequency and laser treatments, as well as Chemotherapy for tumor treatments. Nasal irrigation is another useful option to wash away mucous crust, dirt, pollen, and other allergens from your nose by pressured water. Choosing the best type of treatment heavily depends on your doctor’s view and your specific condition. Therefore, feel free to discuss these issues by consulting our specialists anytime.

Preparing for Rhinology

If you plan to have a nose treatment surgery, you have to spend some weeks preparing for the coming surgery. In the meantime, there are some instruction that you must bear in mind including:

• Get the necessary lab tests
• Based on your doctor’s view, you may have to take or avoid certain medications
• Stop smoking 2-3 weeks prior to the surgery
• Avoid aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, all vitamin and herbal supplements as they may increase bleeding
• Eliminate alcohol, caffeine, and artificial sweeteners for about a week before your surgery
• You must avoid as they may increase bleeding
• Do not eat or drink for at least 10 hours before your surgery
• Prepare your medical history to hand it to your doctor

Who can Perform Rhinology?

An ENT surgeon who is specialized in different nose treatment surgeries can perform different types of Rhinology. As an example, an ENT surgeon with enough experience in plastic surgery can easily and successfully perform your Rhinoplasty. Note that it is very important that you choose the right surgeon to perform the Rhinology surgery. By booking a Rhinology package with Floramedtour, you can rest assured that we take care of finding the best and most experienced surgeons for your surgery. Just book your Rhinology package here and leave the hard work to us!