Radical or partial maxillary sinus surgery: a dilemma today? An experimental study
Melgarejo-Moreno, P.J.; Ribera-Cortada, I.; Sarroca-Capell, E.
Rhinology 34(2): 110-113
1996
ISSN/ISBN: 0300-0729 PMID: 8876074 Document Number: 456212
To evaluate partial or radical surgical removal of the maxillary sinus mucosa, 20 New Zealand albino rabbits were used. After three months, specimens were taken for examination. Bacteriological cultures, light- and electron microscopy were performed, and mucociliary transport was studied. These experimental findings add further support to the concept of performing a conservative sinus procedure rather than a radical removal as a first procedure.