What type of anesthesia is used?

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) is typically performed under General anesthesia. Your anaesthetist will review your health history, medications, and allergies before the procedure to ensure safety.

What is the recovery time?

Most patients recover within 2–4 weeks, though this varies by individual health, age, and compliance with physiotherapy. Light activities can usually resume within a few weeks; full recovery takes longer.

What are the risks of Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)?

As with any surgical procedure, risks include bleeding, infection, anaesthesia reactions, and rare complications such as injury to adjacent structures. Your surgeon will discuss your personal risk profile during the consent process.

What is the success rate of Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)?

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) has a documented success rate of 88% when performed by qualified surgeons at accredited hospitals. Outcomes depend on the patient's overall health, disease severity, and adherence to post-operative care.

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Q: Who needs Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)?

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) is recommended when non-surgical treatments have failed, when the condition significantly affects quality of life, or when imaging confirms the need for intervention. Your ENT surgeon will assess your suitability after a detailed consultation.

ENT · ENT Surgery

1–2 hours

Duration

1 day

Hospital Stay

2–4 weeks

Recovery

₹50,000+

Cost

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📖About Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)

Minimally invasive endoscopic procedure to open blocked sinus passages, remove polyps, and improve sinus drainage in patients with chronic sinusitis or recurrent sinus infections.

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